Doctor of Chiropractic and co-founder with a long record of patient-centered care, community health education, and collaborative practice. Combines thorough history-taking, orthopedic and neurological testing, chiropractic treatment, therapeutic exercise, lifestyle counseling, and clear patient instruction to support recovery, prevention, and informed decision-making.
Work History
Co-founder and Volunteer
19 Years 9 Months
FOUNDATION for HEALTH and WELLNESS | 01.2007 - Current
Developed and delivered community health and wellness presentations for schools and organizations, engaging diverse audiences to promote health awareness.
Translated professional health information into practical recommendations, enhancing understanding and accessibility for general audiences.
Founder & Meditation Instructor
20 Years 9 Months
PURE MEDITATION | 01.2006 - Current
Founded and developed an instructional program that provided comprehensive meditation education and practical techniques for diverse audiences.
Delivered engaging educational instruction tailored to individuals and groups, fostering understanding and practice of meditation.
Organized and led workshops that significantly enhanced participant learning and engagement in meditation practices. and group learning experiences.
• Collected health histories and completed physical exams to assess musculoskeletal, neurological, and functional status.
• Evaluated neuromusculoskeletal system and spine using chiropractic, orthopedic, and neurological exam procedures.
• Developed clinical impressions and chiropractic diagnoses from patient history, exam findings, and available diagnostic information.
• Performed chiropractic adjustments and spinal manipulation to address joint dysfunction, mobility limits, and musculoskeletal symptoms.
• Applied Activator Methods technique and other appropriate chiropractic techniques based on patient presentation.
• Reviewed and interpreted diagnostic radiological reports during clinical evaluation of spinal and musculoskeletal conditions.
• Developed and communicated individualized treatment plans that included clinical goals and follow-up recommendations to enhance patient understanding and engagement.
• Provided therapeutic exercise, stretching, strengthening, posture, and ergonomic guidance aligned with clinical presentation.
• Advised patients on nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress management, lifestyle factors, and other health concerns.
• Maintained accurate patient case histories and complete clinical documentation.
• Monitored patient responses to care and adjusted treatment recommendations to optimize clinical outcomes.
• Referred patients to medical specialists and other healthcare professionals when additional evaluation, diagnosis, or co-management was needed.
• Clarified clinical information to empower patients in understanding treatment options and their role in recovery.
Fourth grade classroom teacher
3 Years 10 Months
Orono Independent School District | Orono, Minnesota | 08.1988 - 06.1992
Prior professional experience as a classroom teacher (4th grade).
Cultivated expertise in instruction, communication, individualized learning, classroom management, mentoring, and behavioral observation to enhance student engagement and foster a positive learning environment.
Achieved tenured position, reflecting commitment to educational excellence and consistent support for student growth and achievement.
Child Care Counselor
1 Year 8 Months
St. Joseph's Home for Children - Catholic Charities | Minneapolis, Minnesota | 01.1985 - 09.1986
Supervised, guided, educated, and supported children in shelter, educational, and therapeutic settings to promote their well-being and development.
Education
Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.)
NORTHWESTERN COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC | Bloomington, Minnesota | 04-1996
Bachelor of Science - ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
University of Minnesota | Minneapolis, MN | 06-1988
Academic preparation in teaching methodology, child development, instructional design, and communication.
Bachelor of Arts - PSYCHOLOGY
College of St. Thomas | St. Paul, MN | 12-1982
Academic preparation in human behavior, communication, development, and interpersonal relationships.
Dean's List: 1993-1996 [7 terms]
Alumni Scholarship Award Recipient, 1994
Graduated cum laude
Skills
Chiropractic Treatment: Spinal Manipulation
Examination
Physical Examination
Patient history management
Neuromusculoskeletal Evaluation
Orthopedic Testing
Neurological Testing
Radiographic evaluation
Radiographic interpretation
Clinical Decision-Making
Individualized Treatment Planning
Treatment Planning
Outcome Monitoring
Referral management
Therapeutic Exercise
Manual Therapy
Soft-Tissue Therapy
Extremity Adjustments
Activator Methods
Health assessment
Clinical Documentation
Patient education
Nutrition
Lifestyle Counseling
Stress Management
Posture & Ergonomics
Health Promotion
Personal Information
Title: Doctor of Chiropractic | Chiropractic Physician | Musculoskeletal & Neuromusculoskeletal Care