I was born and raised in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. My parents instilled an excellent work ethic in me and taught me many physical and life skills. At a young age, I discovered that I enjoyed working with my hands and eventually became a young woods worker.
Through several high school experiences, I was exposed to a career in physical therapy. I earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training from Carthage College in Kenosha, Wisconsin, and my Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from Washington University in St. Louis. During physical therapy school, one of my buddies who lived in Colorado exposed me to the beauty and adventures of the Rocky Mountains.
Once I was in the mountains, I knew I couldn’t leave them. I needed to move West. After physical therapy school, I initially lived in Oregon next to the Blue Mountains but needed more rugged terrain and adventure. In 1998 I moved to Whitefish, Montana, and started a physical therapy practice, which has morphed into a rehab facility to include, physical, occupational, and speech therapy and a 24-hour athletic gym. I have developed a team of professionals who can provide high-quality care returning patients back to their desired functional level.
My personal satisfaction is to develop a plan with the patient to make improvements in their body that allow them to enjoy life to the fullest. While change does come from exercise, I often find that it is through precise changes in their daily postures and activities that results in the biggest changes.
