Our Story
Arete Health exists to transform outpatient physical therapy by aligning capital, care, and character. We were founded to preserve the heart of private practice—while giving it the tools to scale ethically, efficiently, and without losing its soul.
Born from both the clinic and the C-suite, Arete Health was built by leaders who’ve scaled real businesses and delivered hands-on care. We’ve walked in the shoes of practice owners, and we know firsthand how legacy can be lost when the wrong partner steps in.
That’s why we built The Arete Way: a model that puts clinicians first, protects what matters, and drives long-term impact through operational strength, ethical strategy, and aligned ownership. We don’t flip practices—we elevate them.
Our CEO
Eric M. DeYoung
Chief Executive Officer
Eric leads with a belief that true excellence comes from empowering people and building partnerships that drive growth and impact.
Our CEO
Our Strategic Partners
Finance & Accounting
Our trusted finance and accounting partners, ensuring disciplined stewardship and scalable growth.
Growth & Learning
Our partner in clinician education, professional development, and ongoing learning pathways.
Clinical Documentation & Revenue
Supporting best-in-class clinical documentation and revenue cycle management to maximize efficiency and outcomes.
Equity Partners
Backing our mission with strategic capital, fueling growth and expanding our impact.
The Arete Ethos
The word Arete comes from ancient Greece, meaning “excellence in every endeavor.” But it wasn’t just about skill—it was about character.
To live with Arete is to strive to do the right thing, the right way, for the right reasons—even when no one is watching. That commitment is at the core of everything we do, from strategic growth initiatives to patient care, leadership development, and partnership decisions.
At Arete Health, our name is our operating system: excellence with virtue, strategy with integrity, and growth with purpose.
Us in Numbers
11+
Clinics – Southeast & Mid-Atlantic presence
100%
teammate retention post-acquisition
100%
of de novo directors offered equity and profit sharing
50,000+
patients served annually
Built On Trust
Backed by MBF Healthcare Partners, Arete Health is trusted by practice owners, clinicians, and healthcare leaders across the U.S. who are seeking something different from traditional roll-ups. We don’t just buy—we partner, protect, and build for the long term.