Dr. Gary Kompothecras

Widely known as “Dr. Gary,” is a pioneering medical industry and real estate entrepreneur, and a dedicated advocate for autism awareness, its causes, and prevention over several decades. As the founder of 1-800-ASK-GARY, one of the first multi-disciplinary medical clinics in the United States established in 1996, Dr. Gary revolutionized healthcare access for auto accident victims by streamlining efficient, cost-effective treatments. His business acumen transformed a single clinic into a nationwide network, Physician’s Group, LLC, based in Sarasota, Florida, where he serves as owner and CEO. Dr. Gary’s professional success extends to media production, including his role as producer on the MTV reality show “Siesta Key,” which showcased his family and community. This widely acclaimed reality series, premiering in 2017 and running for five seasons, became one of MTV’s record-setting notable hits, contributing to heightened visibility for the Sarasota area.

According to economic data from Visit Sarasota County, tourism in Sarasota County experienced substantial growth during and after the show’s five-year run, with the total economic impact rising from approximately $2.8 billion in fiscal year 2016 to over $4 billion. Florida-based Chamber of Commerce and economic development leaders have all strongly suggested it played a significant role in spiking tourism to new record-setting levels, relocation, and commercial development, with tourism visitor numbers increasing from about 2.6 million in 2017 to over 3.2 million by 2023, generating an estimated cumulative economic uplift in the hundreds of millions of dollars through enhanced branding and media exposure.

Dr. Gary’s deepest commitment lies in combating autism, a cause profoundly personal due to his two children, Bronson and Sarah Alice, who live with the condition. Diagnosed as toddlers, their experiences ignited his lifelong mission to expose and halt what he believes are preventable causes of autism, including links to childhood vaccination schedules. Despite facing significant public scrutiny, slanderous attempts to discredit his views, and controversies surrounding his advocacy—such as lobbying for legislation to limit thimerosal in vaccines and challenging established medical consensus—Dr. Gary’s dedication has prevailed.

He has channeled his entrepreneurial spirit into advocacy, funding initiatives like screenings of the film “VAXXED: From Cover-Up to Catastrophe” to raise awareness and partner with experts to drive policy changes and public education. Leveraging his vast resources—from financial investments to influential networks—Dr. Gary has become a philanthropist championing autism research, causes, awareness, and support for affected families. Choosing this path over personal leisure, Dr. Gary has dedicated his life and his pocketbook to ensuring no family endures the challenges he has faced, positioning himself as a relentless force in the fight to stop autism and restore hope for future generations. Vaccine Veritas represents the culmination of his decades of relentless efforts, serving as a unified platform to once and for all prevent autism through systemic reform and justice for affected children and families.