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MY STORY
MY STORY:
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When I was younger, I really struggled with what I wanted to be when I grew up. I thought about being a veterinarian, but I didn’t want to put dogs down. I decided on chiropractic school because my chiropractor growing up literally changed my life. He gave me the gift of pain relief and the gift of movement. I wasn’t just another appointment when I saw him. He knew about my family, our dogs, our favorite sports teams, and recent events in our lives. I wanted to be that kind of person for others.
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I decided to apply to Logan College of Chiropractic in St. Louis, MO for Graduate School. Logan had a concurrent Master’s program in Sports Science and Rehabilitation, and if chosen, I could work with the Division 1 athletes at University of Missouri. I applied. I waited. I got in! I learned as much as I could, worked with as many athletes as I could including the Mizzou athletes, crushed my boards, got my doctorate and my master’s.
I was now a Doctor of Chiropractic!
MY PHILOSOPHY:
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I work hard towards becoming a great doctor every day. I believe the difference between a good doctor and a great doctor is that a great doctor recognizes that learning doesn’t stop just because you have a degree. Since graduation, I obtained my Certified Chiropractic Sports Practitioner certification. (Only seven other chiropractors in our state, and one other in Fargo, have these credentials!) In addition to my Sports Practitioner certification, I finished a 100-hour program to become certified in acupuncture. I became a certified L-2 CrossFit trainer. I attended and continue to attend seminars for the best soft tissue and rehab work available. I am currently working toward a diplomate in orthopedics. I strive to constantly be learning.
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I also believe a great doctor cares what YOUR goals are. A great doctor takes the time to listen to you and all your concerns. My office is not high volume, and it never will be for very intentional reasons. I want to take the time to listen to you at every visit and assess your progress. I don’t believe in cookie-cutter care plans or a one-size-fits-all approach. You are a unique individual, and you deserve a provider who understands you and your life.
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I believe that if a provider tells you that you won't ever do a movement again, they are revealing their limitations and not yours. I believe that we were made to move. I believe in the power of functional training. I believe in active and not passive care. If my patient is actively investing in their recovery, I believe I can help most clients in less than eight visits. I believe in coordination of care with the medical community, and if I can’t help you, I will find you someone who can. I believe in giving my patients as many tools as possible to stay out of my office, and the knowledge to know when it is time to come see me.
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My passion is helping you move better, feel better, and live better.
