Leadership Team

Carol Kelderman, PT, DPT

CFO
Partner
Clinic Manager
Doctor of Physical Therapy

Carol Kelderman is the CFO of Kinetic Edge, manages the Oskaloosa clinic, is a partner in the company, and works as a physical therapist. Carol’s mission is to help find the root cause of a client’s complaint to help them restore function and reach new heights.

Carol graduated with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Creighton University after completing her undergraduate work in exercise science and psychology at The University of Iowa. Carol has extensive experience in orthopedics (including sports and post-surgical rehab), pelvic health, and neurological rehab and is also a certified Astym provider. She is an adjunct associate faculty member at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine. Carol and her husband, Jeff, have three grown children. They live in Oskaloosa with their dog, Bo.

FUN FACTS ABOUT CAROL:

• Celebrity she hopes will do therapy at Kinetic Edge: Peyton Manning because he was a great athlete, smart business man, and seems like he’d be highly motivated. If he’s anything like his commercials, he’d be lots of fun.
• Favorite season: Summer or early fall
• Something on her bucket list: Tour Europe and complete more marathons and triathlons. She’s already done four marathons and one Olympic distance triathlon.

Troy Vander Molen, PT, DPT

CEO
Partner
Doctor of Physical Therapy

Troy Vander Molen is the CEO of Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy. He works closely with each clinic manager to help grow the clinics and build relationships. He also consults with a large variety of industries and organizations to help them develop unique solutions to their distinct work injury management and prevention needs. Troy’s mission at Kinetic Edge is to restore hope and health to individuals and organizations by helping them move better, feel better, and function better.

Troy graduated from Dordt College in Sioux Center, Iowa with a B.S. in Exercise Science in 1994 before attending the University of Iowa’s Physical Therapy Education program where he earned his Master’s of Physical Therapy in 1996. He completed his transitional Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) through Evidence in Motion’s (Louisville, KY) Executive Program in Private Practice Management program in 2013. Troy lives in Pella with his wife Steph, and they have three adult children.

FUN FACTS ABOUT TROY:

• Favorite movie: Field of Dreams (come on, Iowa is heaven) and Shawshank Redemption
• If he were stranded on an island, he’d bring: Bible, baseball glove/ball, and lots of matches
• Celebrity he hopes will do therapy at Kinetic Edge: Martin Luther King, Jr. – “I realize that he is no longer living, but a man can dream, right?”

Todd Schemper, PT, DPT

COO
Partner
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist

Todd is a board-certified specialist in orthopedic physical therapy. As a physical therapist, he enjoys assisting clients with their movement goals by problem solving the cause of limitations and helping clients find the best solution for recovery and prevention.

Todd is the COO for Kinetic Edge, as well as a partner in the company. His mission is to serve those who entrust their therapy needs to him by focusing on treating the whole person since the source of a problem is often not where the complaint is. He enjoys using education, manual therapy, and specific exercise to address the needs of his clients. His areas of practice focus are sports rehab, work injuries, and functional capacity evaluations.

Todd earned his master’s and doctorate in physical therapy from Des Moines University after earning a bachelor’s degree in psychology and exercise science from Dordt University. Todd is also an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, a certified Astym provider and is certified in dry needling. His community involvement includes: Break the Cycle 5K All Day charity event to fight human trafficking, F3 men’s fitness group, and Special Needs Dad’s group at Valley Church. Todd resides in West Des Moines with his wife, Denise, and their three children.

FUN FACTS ABOUT TODD:

• Something on his bucket list: He is working on competing in an endurance event in all 50 states and is currently half way there.
• Hobbies: Rucking, outdoor fitness, running, cycling, hiking and being active with his wife and kids

Melissa Hansen, PT, DPT

Partner
Clinic Manager
Doctor of Physical Therapy

Melissa Hansen serves as a physical therapist for Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy, as well as the Pella clinic manager and a partner in the company. She is also certified in dry needling. Her mission is to serve patients and clients well while treating the entire patient.

Melissa earned her masters and doctorate in physical therapy from St. Ambrose University after receiving her bachelor’s in exercise science from the University of Iowa. Melissa lives in Pella with her husband, Ted, and two sons.

FUN FACTS ABOUT MELISSA:

• Favorite movie: Grease
• Something on her bucket list: Visit Australia
• Actress she’d pick to play her life: Drew Barrymore

Matt Scotton, PT, DPT, LAT, ATC, CSCS

Partner
Clinic Owner
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Athletic Trainer
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist

Matt Scotton serves as a physical therapist and athletic trainer, as well as owner of Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy Newton and Colfax clinics, and clinic manager for Newton. He is also a certified strength and conditioning specialist. His mission is to improve the health and quality of life of as many people as possible.

Matt loves to explore nature and human performance. He’s explored his own physical abilities by competing in ultra-distance endurance bicycle and running races in the Midwest, Colorado, and Alaska since 2009. He’s a 2-time Leadman and a 2-time 70.3-mile Ironman who loves to help people achieve big goals.

Matt earned his Bachelor’s degree from Central College, his Master’s from the University of Iowa, and his Doctorate from Des Moines University. Matt and his wife, Sandy, live in Newton and have two daughters; Kora (a Physical Therapist at Kinetic Edge – Ames) and Hannah (a first grade teacher in Newton).

FUN FACTS ABOUT MATT:

• Food he’d eat for the rest of his life: Beef
• Something on his bucket list: Run on every continent
• Celebrity he hopes will do therapy at Kinetic Edge: George Brett. He was my childhood hero, the greatest player on my favorite team, and a great story-teller with a passion for the greatest game the world has ever known.

Tim Vander Wilt, PT

Clinic Manager

Physical Therapist

Tim Vander Wilt serves as a physical therapist for Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy, as well as the Ames clinic manager. He is also certified in dry needling. His mission at Kinetic Edge is to help people to return to the things they love without difficulty.

Tim graduated from Central College with a degree in Exercise Science before earning his master’s of science in physical therapy from Des Moines University. Tim and his wife, Laura, live in Ames with their family.

FUN FACTS ABOUT TIM:

• Celebrity he hopes will do therapy at Kinetic Edge: Michael Jordan
• Favorite Music: Classic or 90’s Alternative Rock
• Hobbies: Golf, watching sports, fishing, and spending time with his family

Renae Oppenhuizen

Assistant Financial Officer

Renae Oppenhuizen is the Assistant Financial Officer at Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy. Renae focuses on the financial aspects of Kinetic Edge, managing our accounts payable and all things payroll, along with preparing monthly financial reports for our management team.

Renae earned her degree in business management from the University of Northern Iowa and has been a part of the Kinetic Edge team since 2003. Renae works out of our corporate headquarters in Pella. She also resides in Pella with her husband, Kent, and daughter, Lauren.

FUN FACTS ABOUT RENAE:

• Actress she’d pick to play her life: Reese Witherspoon
• Food she’d eat for the rest of her life: Pizza
• Three words she’d pick to describe herself: Dependable, dedicated, and detail-oriented

Ro Westra

Office & Billing Manager

Ro Westra is the office & billing Manager at Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy, where she supports the insurance, authorization, and billing teams to provide support for clients and help deliver a positive, client-focused experience.

With a background in elementary education, Ro spent many years teaching before transitioning into healthcare in 2015. She enjoys working closely with the Kinetic Edge team and applies her communication and organizational skills to support both clients and staff.

Ro lives in Pella with her husband, Curt, and their Aussiedoodle, Bear. She enjoys walking, baking, concerts, and traveling. 

FUN FACTS ABOUT RO:

• Dream Vacation: Traveling through Italy
• Bucket List Item: Attend a concert at Red Rocks
• Hidden Talent: Former member of a singing group

Elise Menning, MS, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist
Partner

Elise Menning joined Kinetic Edge in 2006. She is an occupational therapist who specializes in pediatrics and hand therapy, and is a partner of the company. Her mission at Kinetic Edge is to provide hope and help to her clients through therapy sessions that are meaningful and fun (especially for the kids), and improve their overall function.

Elise earned her master’s degree in occupational therapy from the University of South Dakota in 1997. She is also certified by Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy as a Lymphedema Specialist. Elise lives in Pella with her two sons.

FUN FACTS ABOUT ELISE:

• Hobbies: Shopping, home decorating projects, and traveling to see extended family members
• Something on her bucket list: Visit national parks in a RV, even though she’s rarely camped in her life

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Matt Scotton, PT, DPT, LAT, ATC, CSCS

Partner
Clinic Owner
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Athletic Trainer
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist

Matt Scotton serves as a physical therapist and athletic trainer for Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy, as well as owner and clinic manager for Kinetic Edge – Newton & Colfax. He is also a certified strength and conditioning specialist. His mission is to improve the health and quality of life of as many people as possible.

Matt loves to explore nature and human performance. He’s explored his own physical abilities by competing in ultra-distance endurance bicycle and running races in the Midwest, Colorado, and Alaska since 2009. He’s a 2-time Leadman and a 2-time 70.3-mile Ironman who loves to help people achieve big goals.

Matt earned his Bachelor’s degree from Central College, his Master’s from the University of Iowa, and his Doctorate from Des Moines University. Matt and his wife, Sandy, live in Newton and have two daughters; Kora (a Physical Therapist at Kinetic Edge – Ames) and Hannah (a first grade teacher in Newton).

FUN FACTS ABOUT MATT:

• Food he’d eat for the rest of his life: Beef
• Something on his bucket list: Run on every continent
• Celebrity he hopes will do therapy at Kinetic Edge: George Brett. He was my childhood hero, the greatest player on my favorite team, and a great story-teller with a passion for the greatest game the world has ever known.