Because Not All Practices Are the Same
Doctor Owned ✦ Corporate Free
CorpFree is a dual-sided platform that connects patients seeking independent healthcare with verified, doctor-owned practices. Through our educational hub on the benefits of privatized care versus corporate chains, patients can search our location-based provider directory to find practices like yours.
Join as a CorpFree Certified provider and be among the first featured.
How CorpFree Helps Independent Practices Thrive
Purpose-built for doctor-owned practices, CorpFree helps you attract patients who value truly independent care.
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Stand Out in a Crowded Market
Hover to learn more →Stand Out in a Crowded MarketStand out from corporate chains and DSOs. The CorpFree Certified badge shows you're 100% doctor-owned and independent.
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Increased New Patient Flow
Hover to learn more →Increased New Patient FlowPatients searching "independent orthodontist near me," "non-corporate vet," and "doctor-owned dentist" are matched with your CorpFree listing so you can capture that demand.
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Attract High-Intent Patients
Hover to learn more →Attract High-Intent PatientsReach patients who specifically want non-corporate, doctor-owned care. They're more loyal, value relationships, and are less price-sensitive.
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Predictable, Affordable Marketing
Hover to learn more →Predictable, Affordable MarketingPay one simple annual fee—no per-lead or booking charges—and get consistent visibility without pay-per-click volatility.
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Enhanced Perceived Value
Hover to learn more →Enhanced Perceived ValueThe CorpFree badge signals higher standards of independence and care, giving you stronger pricing power and premium positioning.
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Stronger Patient Relationships
Hover to learn more →Stronger Patient RelationshipsAttract patients who align with your philosophy of personalized, patient-first care instead of transactional corporate experiences.
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Community & Reputational Boost
Hover to learn more →Community & Reputational BoostPosition yourself as a leader in the movement to preserve independent healthcare. Patients appreciate and reward practices that stay locally owned.
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Staff Recruitment & Retention
Hover to learn more →Staff Recruitment & RetentionMany team members prefer doctor-owned practices. CorpFree certification signals a better work culture with less corporate pressure.
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Future-Proof Your Practice
Hover to learn more →Future-Proof Your PracticeJoin a growing national network of independent providers. As CorpFree expands, certified practices will gain access to shared resources and collective negotiating power.
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Trusted Marketing Tool
Hover to learn more →Trusted Marketing ToolUse the official CorpFree Certified Badge on your website, signage, Google listing, social media, and marketing materials — instantly building credibility and trust.
*Does not apply to discounted annual memberships.
What Happens Next
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Apply to be a Founding Member
Fill out our application to apply to become a Founding Member.
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Get Invited to Join
Keep an eye on your inbox for an invitation to join. Our Founding Members will go live August 20, 2026.
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Set Up Your Listing
Once your membership starts, we collect your practice details, verify your independence, and publish your directory listing—your welcome package is on its way!
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Go Live on CorpFree
Once approved, your practice will be included in the directory for patients to discover when we launch in August.
Apply Now
CorpFree is a new directory connecting patients with doctor-owned practices — not corporate chains. Join the waitlist to be among the first featured.
Important Timeline
- Applications reviewed on a rolling basis starting mid-May
- Beta onboarding and verification begins mid-to-late July
- Official directory listing + billing begins August 20, 2026
- You will not be charged or officially listed until August 20, 2026
Meet the Founders
Dr. David Walker & Dr. Rebecca Walker
Rebecca E. Walker, DVM, M.Ed.
Co-Founder, CorpFree
Education
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine, 2017
- Master of Education (M.Ed.) in School Counseling, Virginia Commonwealth University, 2010
- BS in Psychology, Longwood University, 2006
Professional Experience
- Associate Veterinarian, Small Animal Practices (Maryland, North Dakota, Tennessee), 2017–2024
- Office Manager, Dakota Orthodontics, North Dakota, 2021–2024
- Full-time Homeschool Educator for three children, 2024–2026
David Walker
Co-Founder, CorpFree
Bio coming soon.
The idea for CorpFree grew directly out of our personal experiences with corporate ownership in our fields. We saw how it affected clinical autonomy, patient relationships, and the overall quality and cost of care. This led us to create a platform that makes it easy for patients and pet owners to identify truly doctor-owned practices, understand the many advantages of private ownership over corporate models, and find care they can trust. At the same time, we wanted to equip independent practice owners with marketing support so they can grow and succeed while remaining fully private.
FAQs
What is CorpFree?
We serve as an educational hub that helps patients understand why independent, doctor-owned care is so valuable compared to corporate practices. We bring together dental and veterinary practices (and all their specialties), with other medical fields coming soon — all in one convenient, trustworthy place!
We also run national marketing campaigns to connect motivated patients with independent providers like yours, and we provide customized marketing tools to help your clinic stand out and grow.
Who can join CorpFree?
What happens after I apply to become a Founding Member?
Is there a cost to be listed?
Simple & Transparent Pricing
→ Waived for Founding Members and participating buying group members.
Founding Member Rate
Limited to first 250 practicesLock in this special rate for your first 12 months.
- $199 Onboarding Fee waived
- Founding Member emblem added to directory listing
| Annual | |
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| First Location | $399 / year |
| Each Additional Location* | +$50 / year |
| One On-boarding Fee | $0 |
Standard Certified Rate
After Founding spots are filled| Annual | |
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| First Location | $499 / year |
| Each Additional Location* | +$100 / year |
| One On-boarding Fee | $99 |
Our Partnership with Mari's List
As an exclusive benefit for CorpFree members, Mari's List will waive its $300 onboarding fee. Additional details can be found in your information packet.
What's Included in CorpFree Membership
A significant portion of every membership dollar goes directly back into patient acquisition and marketing. We are committed to actively driving high-intent patients who are specifically looking for independent, doctor-owned practices.
Every Membership Includes
- Official CorpFree Certified badge for your website, signage & marketing kit
- Full visibility in the CorpFree directory + patient search
- No per-lead or per-booking fees
- Annual re-certification support
* Multi-Location Limit: Maximum of 3 locations per owner doctor.
Founding Member pricing ends August 31, 2026 or when the 250 spots are filled.