The Omnis Rehabilitation Story
Founded in 2024, Omnis Rehabilitation is dedicated to addressing inequities in access to rehabilitation medicine. The organization was established by Liza Meiksins, a physical therapist with more than 15 years of experience serving patients across the Chicagoland area. Through her clinical work, Dr. Meiksins observed significant disparities in access to medically necessary, and often lifesaving, rehabilitation services—particularly among individuals who are uninsured or who have exhausted their insurance benefits.
For many patients, the cost of out-of-pocket rehabilitation care is prohibitive, ranging from approximately $1,000 for a short course of treatment (3–5 visits) to over $100,000 for extended, complex care. As a result, countless individuals are left without viable options for recovery following injury or illness. Omnis Rehabilitation was created to address this critical gap by delivering high-quality, clinically expert care that is financially accessible, geographically reachable, and culturally responsive.
Liza Meiksins PT, DPT
Founder & Executive Director
Liza Meiksins, PT, DPT, is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who graduated from Northwestern University in 2010. Over the past 15 years, she has built an extensive career in rehabilitation and acute care settings across the Chicagoland area. She is a board-certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy, a Certified Brain Injury Specialist, and a Certified Lymphedema Therapist.
In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Meiksins is an active educator and speaker. She teaches continuing education courses nationwide through Summit Education and has presented at multiple national rehabilitation conferences. Her leadership extends to advocacy and policy at the national level through her involvement with the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy, where she currently serves as Chair of the Practice Committee and as Ethics Liaison to the American Physical Therapy Association.
In 2024, Dr. Meiksins founded Omnis Rehabilitation to address inequities in access to rehabilitation services. Under her leadership, the organization has expanded to provide physical, occupational, and speech therapy services, with plans to incorporate mental health support and care navigation.
Dr. Meiksins was honored with the 2024 Kabiller Humanitarian Award from Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in recognition of her work with Omnis Rehabilitation and her broader impact on the community. She resides in Highland Park, Illinois, where she is an active member of the community alongside her husband and two sons.