Education & Certifications

Physical Therapy Assistant

B.A. Health and Physical Education

Onsite Injury Prevention Specialist

PTA

I graduated from Luther College with a degree in Health and Physical Education and worked in fitness clubs for several years. I later returned to school and completed Kirkwood Community College’s Physical Therapist Assistant program in 2012. Since then, I have worked in outpatient orthopedic clinics where I performed post-operative rehab, work comp rehab, work conditioning and post-employment testing. At Balanced Fitness & Health, I’ll continue to apply these skills in injury prevention programs and as I treat injured workers and others who are in pain.

I enjoy every aspect of being a Physical Therapist Assistant, especially forming relationships and the problem solving and education that goes with each visit. It’s fulfilling to work towards a common goal with each individual, getting them back to the level of function they need for pain-free work and home activities.