Maria Kapral, PT

About

Gender

Female

Biography

I am Maria Kapral, PT, DPT, and as a physical therapist I specialize in pelvic health physical therapy, pelvic pain conditions and gender-affirming pelvic healthcare at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. My practice focuses on individualized, trauma-informed care that helps patients feel supported, empowered and actively involved in their wellness journeys.

I became a physical therapist because of my own experiences navigating the healthcare system. Those experiences shaped my commitment to creating a comfortable, inclusive and productive environment where patients can address sensitive concerns, build confidence and take charge of their health. I provide care for a wide range of pelvic health conditions and have a special interest in gender-affirming pelvic health physical therapy and the treatment of pelvic pain. My approach is grounded in trauma-informed principles that recognize each patient’s unique experiences and goals.

In addition to patient care, I am committed to advancing pelvic health education and mentorship. I serve as program director for the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Pelvic & Women’s Health Physical Therapy Residency Program, and I mentor clinicians caring for advanced patient populations. These roles challenge me to continue expanding my own knowledge and skills while helping develop the next generation of pelvic health specialists.

I also serve as co-chair of the Community Engagement Subcommittee of the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Gender Affirming Care Committee and lead the Gender-Affirming Care Program within the pelvic health team. Through these leadership roles, I work to improve access to inclusive, evidence-based care and foster collaboration across disciplines.

My professional highlights include getting board certification in pelvic and women’s health physical therapy, certification as a lymphedema therapist, getting recognition as an APTA-credentialed clinical instructor and making contributions to national consensus statements and clinical guidance related to pelvic floor rehabilitation and gender-affirming care.

Highlights

• Licensed PT since 2019
• Certified Lymphedema Therapist
• APTA Credentialed Clinical Instructor (Level 1)

Conditions and expertise

• Gender-Affirming Care
• Manual Therapy
• Neurogenic Bladder
• Neurogenic Bowel
• Pelvic Pain
• Physical Therapy
• Post-Partum
• Women's Health

Credentials