Elise Spronk joined Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy 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).

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 and her husband Scott live in Pella with their two sons and five fish.

FUN FACTS ABOUT ELISE:

• Hobbies: Shopping, home decorating projects, and traveling to see extended family members
• Something on her bucket list: Antique across the country with a U-Haul with her mom and sister-in-law
• Celebrity she hopes will come to Kinetic Edge: Joe Mauer

Dustin Briggs is the Health and Injury Management and Prevention Coordinator at Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy. At Kinetic Edge, Dustin helps with athletic training coordination, pre-work screens, 3M onsite injury management, and medical fitness program. His mission for working at Kinetic Edge is to provide thoughtful evidence-based and movement-based care for clients in the workplace and in the area high schools.

Dustin earned his master’s degree in athletic training from the University of Kentucky after earning his bachelors in athletic training from the University of Northern Iowa. He is also the Iowa Athletic Trainers’ Society president and ambulance director for New Sharon, Iowa. This lifelong learner and advocate of the profession has also served as a college instructor for seven years. Dustin and his wife Alisha have two kids and two dogs and live in New Sharon.

FUN FACTS ABOUT DUSTIN:

• If he were an animal, he’d be a: Beaver because they have lots of skills and like to be busy
• Favorite movie: Star Wars or any Avengers/Marvel movie
• Favorite band: O.A.R., Mumford & Sons, and Beach Boys

Ashley Beekman serves as the athletic trainer for Pella Christian High School on behalf of Kinetic Edge and assists with occupational therapy clients. Ashley also administers pre-work screens and drug screens and works with clients in the medical fitness program. Her mission is to provide servant-hearted care for those who have health care needs.

This Fulton, Illinois native moved to Pella to attend Central College where she received her Bachelor’s degree in athletic training. She went on to earn her Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant degree from Indian Hills before joining the Kinetic Edge team in 2014. Ashley lives in Pella with her husband, Spencer, and their two corgi dogs, Wrigley and Remi.

FUN FACTS ABOUT ASHLEY:

• Celebrity she hopes will come to Kinetic Edge: Carrie Underwood so we could become great friends and then she could sing at my wedding.
• Something on her bucket list: Learn sign language
• Hobbies: Running, hunting, fishing, DIY projects, watching movies, sports

Lisa Vos serves as the office assistant for the Pella office. Lisa answers the phones, welcomes clients into the office, helps with insurance questions, does scheduling, and pitches in with whatever else is needed! Her mission is to make our clients feel comfortable and confident, knowing we’ll do our best work for them.

Lisa earned her bachelor’s degree in social work from Dordt College. She and her husband Matt live in Pella with their son, daughter, cat, and dog.

FUN FACTS ABOUT LISA:

• If she were stranded on an island, she’d bring: Blanket, her husband (he’d keep her grounded and surviving), and a cast iron Dutch oven
• Something unique about her: When she sneezes, she sneezes in fives!
• Favorite movie: Sound of Music

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

Travis Ethen works as an occupational therapy assistant for Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy. He strives to help everyone he work with attain their potential greatness. It’s his mission to make everyone smile, if not laugh.

Travis resides in Pella with his wife and daughter. He earned his Occupational Therapy Asisstant Degree from Indian Hills Community College.

FUN FACTS ABOUT TRAVIS:

• Food he’d eat for the rest of his life: Sushi
• His favorite movie: The Incredibles
• Hobbies: Woodworking and hiking

John Lenderink works as a physical therapist at Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy’s Pella location. John joins the Kinetic Edge team with a wide variety of experience gained in a hospital-based outpatient clinic in Aurora, Colorado.  He is dedicated to building relationships with people to help them resume the activities they love.

John is particularly interested in the athletic population. He is participating in ongoing study which compares the impact of dynamic warm-ups to static stretching. In his free time, John enjoys playing sports, hiking, biking, watching movies, and spending time with his family.

John earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from A.T. Still University and his Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Dordt College. John and his wife Lindsay and their daughter, Naomi, are excited about living in Pella.

FUN FACTS ABOUT JOHN:

• Food he’d eat for the rest of his life: Beef
• Something on his bucket list: Own a classic car
• His favorite movie: Hoosiers

Whitney Steingard serves as a physical therapist for Kinetic Edge. Her mission is to help each of her patients achieve their personal goals through optimization of movement in a positive, educational, and fun environment. She has a passion for pediatric physical therapy and spent a year working in an outpatient pediatric setting in Omaha.

Whitney graduated from Bethel College in Kansas with a degree in Athletic Training and then went on to earn her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. In her free time, Whitney enjoys playing volleyball, riding bike, watching movies, and taking naps. Whitney lives in Oskaloosa and is engaged to be married to Mike Vander Veen in November 2017.

FUN FACTS ABOUT WHITNEY:

• Actress she’d pick to play her life: Anne Hathaway
• Her favorite movie: The Avengers and Pocahontas
• Food she’d eat for the rest of her life: Cheeseburgers

As a physical therapist, Todd Schemper enjoys problem solving the cause of a pain or injury to help patients find the best solution for recovery and prevention. Todd is also the COO for Kinetic Edge, as well as a partner in the company and the Des Moines clinic manager. 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 patient education, manual therapy, and specific exercise to address the needs of his clients.

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 College. Todd is also an Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist and a certified Astym provider. Todd resides in Des Moines with his wife Denise and their three kids.

FUN FACTS ABOUT TODD:

• Something on his bucket list: He is working on competing in a running race or triathlon in all 50 states and is currently about half way there.
• Actor he’d pick to play his life: Mark Wahlberg
• Hobbies: Running, cycling, and being active with his wife and kids

Abi is the office assistant for the Des Moines clinic. Abi answers the phones, welcomes clients into the office, helps with insurance questions, does scheduling, and pitches in with whatever else is needed! She loves being a part of Kinetic Edge because they impact people’s lives for the better every single day. Her mission is to create a friendly and welcoming atmosphere as soon as a person walks in the door.

Abi graduated from Watburg College with a degree in fitness management. Abi is a triplet originally from Iowa Falls but now resides in Des Moines.

FUN FACTS ABOUT ABI:

• Place she most wants to visit: Greece
• Something on her bucket list: Go to see the Olympics
• Favorite TV show: Grey’s Anatomy or Parenthood

James is a physical therapist assistant for Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy. His mission is to serve his patients by providing the highest level of service to promote physical well-being.

James earned his Associate’s Degree from Mercy College in Des Moines. Prior to entering the medical field, James worked as a fitness manager, overseeing personal training at two locations in the Des Moines metro. James lives in Des Moines with his daughter Reagan and their dog Greta, a German wire-haired pointer.

FUN FACTS ABOUT JAMES:

• His favorite band: Red Hot Chili Peppers
• Something on his bucket list: Visit New Zealand
• Food he’d eat for the rest of his life: Pizza

Kaity Hall serves as a physical therapist for Kinetic Edge. Her mission is to serve clients by looking at them as a whole and providing functional treatments, in addition to promoting overall health and wellness. She has a passion for functional treatment and regularly uses a Gary Gray functional movement analysis and treatment approach.

Kaity graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a degree in Athletic Training and then went on to earn her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Des Moines University. She has previous experience working as a physical therapist and athletic trainer in Waukee. In her free time, Kaity enjoys being outdoors, going to the Farmer’s Market, cooking, and exercising. Kaity and her husband, Austin, live in Urbandale.

FUN FACTS ABOUT KAITY:

• Something on her bucket list: Vacation in Australia
• Celebrity she hopes will do therapy at Kinetic Edge: Aly Raisman
• Food she’d eat for the rest of her life: Mexican food

Carol Kelderman 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), women’s 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 live in Oskaloosa with their three kids and chocolate lab.

FUN FACTS ABOUT CAROL:

• Celebrity she hopes will do therapy at Kinetic Edge: Peyton Manning because he’s a great athlete, smart business man, and 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 three marathons and one Olympic distance triathlon.)

Cory Horstmann enjoys being a physical therapist at Kinetic Edge because he can bring hope to people who may have lost their way. Cory loves developing relationships and encouraging people to take control of their conditions. Cory’s mission is to help people get back to doing what they love.

Cory earned his doctorate in physical therapy from Des Moines University after earning his bachelor’s degree from Wartburg College. Cory grew up in Pleasantville but now resides in Oskaloosa.

FUN FACTS ABOUT CORY:

• Food he’d eat for the rest of his life: Tasty Tacos
• Celebrity he hopes will do therapy at Kinetic Edge: Will Ferrell because there’d never be a dull moment!
• Favorite movie: Rocky I and II

Elise Spronk joined Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy 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).

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 and her husband Scott live in Pella with their two sons and five fish.

FUN FACTS ABOUT ELISE:

• Hobbies: Shopping, home decorating projects, and traveling to see extended family members
• Something on her bucket list: Antique across the country with a U-Haul with her mom and sister-in-law
• Celebrity she hopes will come to Kinetic Edge: Joe Mauer

Heather is a physical therapist assistant and athletic trainer for Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy. Her mission is to make people well body, mind, and spirit.

Heather is a 2003 graduate of Central College’s athletic training program, a 2005 graduate of the University of Kansas with a master’s degree in clinical exercise science, and a 2010 graduate of Indian Hills Community College’s physical therapist assistant program. Heather and her husband Eric live in Oskaloosa with their two kids and two dogs.

FUN FACTS ABOUT HEATHER:

• Favorite movie: American Sniper, Twilight series, Hunger Games
• Actress she’d pick to play her life: Jennifer Lawrence
• Something on her bucket list: Sky dive

Ashley Beekman serves as the athletic trainer for Pella Christian High School on behalf of Kinetic Edge and assists with occupational therapy clients. Ashley also administers pre-work screens and drug screens and works with clients in the medical fitness program. Her mission is to provide servant-hearted care for those who have health care needs.

This Fulton, Illinois native moved to Pella to attend Central College where she received her Bachelor’s degree in athletic training. She went on to earn her Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant degree from Indian Hills before joining the Kinetic Edge team in 2014. Ashley lives in Pella with her husband, Spencer, and their two corgi dogs, Wrigley and Remi.

FUN FACTS ABOUT ASHLEY:

• Celebrity she hopes will come to Kinetic Edge: Carrie Underwood so we could become great friends and then she could sing at my wedding.
• Something on her bucket list: Learn sign language
• Hobbies: Running, hunting, fishing, DIY projects, watching movies, sports

Marjie Rinehart is the office assistant for the Oskaloosa clinic. Marjie answers the phones, welcomes clients into the office, helps with insurance questions, does scheduling, and pitches in with whatever else is needed! Her mission at Kinetic Edge is to make everyone’s experience the best possible.

Marjie earned her degree for medical assisting from Marshalltown Community College. She and her husband Jim have one daughter, two grandsons, and a dog.

FUN FACTS ABOUT MARJIE:

• Food she’d eat for the rest of her life: Chicken
• Something on her bucket list: Go to Rome to see the Pope
• Favorite movie: St. Vincent

At Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy, Laura works as an athletic trainer. Her mission is to provide athletes, coaches, parents, and the community of Oskaloosa with the best athletic training services possible. Laura has served the student-athletes at Pella Christian and Oskaloosa High Schools, is an avid CrossFitter, and a new mom.

Laura graduated from the University of St. Francis in Joliet, IL, where she was a member of the women’s soccer team, with a B.S. in Biology. She then went to Saint Louis University where she attained her Masters of Athletic Training in 2011. She lives in Oskaloosa with her husband, Clayton, who is on the football coaching staff at William Penn University, their daughter, Grace, and their chocolate lab named Leonia.

FUN FACTS ABOUT LAURA:

• Actress she’d pick to play her life: Tina Fey
• Something on her bucket list: Learn to work on cars
• Her favorite band: The Beatles

Derrick Simms works as a physical therapist at Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy’s Oskaloosa location. Prior to his time at Kinetic Edge, Derrick worked as a physical therapist assistant for seven years in a variety of settings including inpatient, outpatient, home health, job site, and skilled nursing facilities. These experiences caused him to focus his skills and knowledge on his passion: outpatient physical therapy. It’s his mission to provide each of his clients with knowledgeable and quality care through empowerment and education.

Derrick earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from St. Ambrose University. He lives in Oskaloosa with his wife Megan and their two sons.

FUN FACTS ABOUT DERRICK:

• Food he’d eat for the rest of his life: Ice Cream
• Something on his bucket list: Attend the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon
• Actor he’d pick to play his life: Will Smith, because he can play either a serious or comedic role.

Devin works as an athletic trainer for Kinetic Edge. It’s her mission to prevent, treat, and rehabilitate athletic injuries as best possible.

Devin graduated from Coe College with a degree in Athletic Training and is currently in the PTA program at Indian Hills. Devin is originally from West Branch.

FUN FACTS ABOUT DEVIN:

• Actress she’d pick to play her life: Jennifer Aniston
• Her hobby: Barrel racing with her horse, Doc
• Her favorite movie: It’s a tie between 8 seconds, sweet home Alabama, or Friday night lights

Whitney Steingard serves as a physical therapist for Kinetic Edge. Her mission is to help each of her patients achieve their personal goals through optimization of movement in a positive, educational, and fun environment. She has a passion for pediatric physical therapy and spent a year working in an outpatient pediatric setting in Omaha.

Whitney graduated from Bethel College in Kansas with a degree in Athletic Training and then went on to earn her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. In her free time, Whitney enjoys playing volleyball, riding bike, watching movies, and taking naps. Whitney lives in Oskaloosa and is engaged to be married to Mike Vander Veen in November 2017.

FUN FACTS ABOUT WHITNEY:

• Actress she’d pick to play her life: Anne Hathaway
• Her favorite movie: The Avengers and Pocahontas
• Food she’d eat for the rest of her life: Cheeseburgers

Dustin Sloan serves as a physical therapist assistant for Kinetic Edge. His mission is to educate and help people learn how to consciously recognize and understand their own bodies as well as get them back to the pursuits that they enjoy. He has a passion for integrating manual therapy techniques, exercise and/or education into treatment that will help patients get back to the things they love to do.

Dustin earned his degree for Physical Therapy Assistant from Whatcom Community College in Bellingham, Washington. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies from Central College in Pella. Dustin and his wife, Renae, will be moving soon. In his free time, he enjoys running, going to the gym, hiking, camping, travelling, and drinking an excellent cup of cold brew coffee.

FUN FACTS ABOUT DUSTIN:

• Actor he’d pick to play his life: Neil Patrick Harris
• His favorite color: Forest Green
• Food he’d eat for the rest of his life: Kimchi Quinoa Bowl

Matt Scotton serves as a physical therapist and athletic trainer for Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy, as well as the clinic manager for Kinetic Edge in 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 capacity by competing in a series of five endurance races at 10,000 feet altitude in Leadville, CO in 2011 and 2012 becoming a Leadman each year. Fewer than 250 people have accomplished this, and fewer than 20 have been crazy enough to do it twice.

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 and Hannah.

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 great respect and many life-experiences with three generations of players in the greatest game the world has ever known.

Lauren Saehler works as a physical therapist at Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy’s Newton location. It’s her mission to positively impact the lives of others by improving their function and quality of life.

Lauren earned her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Iowa and her Graduate degree as a Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Iowa.

FUN FACTS ABOUT LAUREN:

• Her hobbies: Running and biking
• Something on his bucket list: Skydiving
• Her favorite movie: Remember the Titans

Amanda Enochs loves working for Kinetic Edge because she has the opportunity to provide a variety of services to many different types of people. In addition to athletic training event coverage, Amanda helps with the medical fitness program, administers drug and alcohol screens, does pre-work screens, and assists with administrative tasks. Amanda’s mission is to provide many opportunities for people who want to make a change in their lives.

Amanda graduated from Simpson College where she majored in athletic training with a minor in exercise science. Amanda is a certified functional movement screen provider, is a DOT certified drug screen collector, and has her coaching authorization for Iowa high school softball. Amanda lives in Des Moines with her husky dog and cat.

FUN FACTS ABOUT AMANDA:

• If she were stranded on an island, she’d bring: Cell phone, cell phone charger, and internet
• Her favorite season of the year: BASEBALL
• Something on her bucket list: Attend game seven of the World Series where the Indians win in the bottom of the ninth inning on a base hit with two strikes, two outs, and the winning run on second base.

Susan Metz serves as the office assistant for the Newton office. Susan greets clients, answers the phone, helps with scheduling, verifies insurance benefits, enters client data, and pitches in with whatever else is needed! Susan enjoys helping others and love that this position allows her to interact with others while helping them.

Susan earned her Associate of Science Degree from DMACC. She and her husband Del live in Newton. They have two adult children who live in Des Moines and also have a black lab and two cats.

FUN FACTS ABOUT SUSAN:

• If she could pick one celebrity to do therapy at Kinetic Edge, she’d pick: Tim Allen because I think he’d be a hoot to work with!
• Food she’d eat for the rest of her life: Pizza
• Hobbies: I enjoy cooking, baking, and eating which is probably why I love being a Pampered Chef consultant too!

Erica Guinane works as an athletic trainer for Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy. Erica serves primarily at Colfax-Mingo High School with coverage of their athletic training room and various sporting events.

Erica graduated from the Central College with a degree in Athletic Training. She and her husband Matt live in Pella.

Jared Gerber works as a physical therapist at Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy’s Newton location. Jared’s mission is to empower people to live a healthy life where they are able to work towards and achieve their goals.

Jared earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Iowa and his Bachelor’s degree in Allied Health from Cedarville University in Ohio.

FUN FACTS ABOUT JARED:

• Actor he’d pick to play his life: John Krasinski
• Something on his bucket list: Run a marathon or go to watch the Olympics
• His hobbies: playing tennis, watching The Price is Right, cheering on the Hawkeyes, running, and quoting The Office

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 move and function better.

Tim graduated from Central College with a degree in Exercise Science before earning his masters of science in physical therapy from Des Moines University. Tim and his wife Laura live in Ames with their four children.

FUN FACTS ABOUT TIM:

• Celebrity he hopes will do therapy at Kinetic Edge: Michael Jordan
• Favorite band: Third Day
• Hobbies: Golf, watching sports, fishing, and spending time with his family

Rachel serves as an athletic trainer in our Ames physical therapy clinic and also handles the administrative tasks for our clinic. In addition, Rachel helps run our Medical Fitness Program. Rachel’s mission is to help and encourage people on their path to physical well-being.

Rachel earned her Bachelor’s degree in athletic training from the University of Northern Iowa. She spent over seven years working as an athletic trainer to area schools with McFarland Clinic. Rachel and her husband Ben reside in Ames with their two daughters, Reese and Kendall.

FUN FACTS ABOUT RACHEL:

• Food she’d eat for the rest of her life: Chips and salsa
• Her favorite movie: Harry Potter
• Actress she’d pick to play her life: Amy Jo Johnson, the original pink power ranger because she’s been told many times she looks like her!

James is a physical therapist assistant for Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy. His mission is to serve his patients by providing the highest level of service to promote physical well-being.

James earned his Associate’s Degree from Mercy College in Des Moines. Prior to entering the medical field, James worked as a fitness manager, overseeing personal training at two locations in the Des Moines metro. James lives in Des Moines with his daughter Reagan and their dog Greta, a German wire-haired pointer.

FUN FACTS ABOUT JAMES:

• His favorite band: Red Hot Chili Peppers
• Something on his bucket list: Visit New Zealand
• Food he’d eat for the rest of his life: Pizza

Casey Negrete serves as a physical therapist for Kinetic Edge. His mission is to use his knowledge of human anatomy and physical rehabilitation, along with available resources, to help each patient meet their goals in an effective and efficient manner.

Casey earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the Trine University in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from Iowa State University. Casey and his wife, Maggie, and their dog, Roxi, will be moving to Ankeny. In his free time, he enjoys Spending time with family, playing with his dog, golfing, playing basketball, watching sports, and cheering for the Cyclones.

FUN FACTS ABOUT CASEY:

• Actor he’d pick to play his life: Andy Samberg
• His favorite movie: Forrest Gump
• Something on his bucket list: Helicopter tour in Hawaii

Troy Vander Molen is the CEO and CFO of Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy. He works closely with each location to help develop their clinic 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 needs. In addition, he serves as an adjunct faculty for WorkWell Systems, Inc. to perform training for therapists throughout the country in their unique work injury management and prevention solutions. 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 their three 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?

As a physical therapist, Todd Schemper enjoys problem solving the cause of a pain or injury to help patients find the best solution for recovery and prevention. Todd is also the COO for Kinetic Edge, as well as a partner in the company and the Des Moines clinic manager. 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 patient education, manual therapy, and specific exercise to address the needs of his clients.

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 College. Todd is also an Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist and a certified Astym provider. Todd resides in Des Moines with his wife Denise and their three kids.

FUN FACTS ABOUT TODD:

• Something on his bucket list: He is working on competing in a running race or triathlon in all 50 states and is currently about half way there.
• Actor he’d pick to play his life: Mark Wahlberg
• Hobbies: Running, cycling, and being active with his wife and kids

Renae Oppenhuizen is the office and billing manager and assistant financial officer at Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy. Renae understands that the financial portion of healthcare can be confusing and stressful, which is why it’s her mission to provide accurate and timely billing for our customers. If you have questions or concerns about your account, she’s the person you want to talk to!

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

Lindsey is the marketing specialist for Kinetic Edge. She created the Kinetic Edge logo and keeps the creative juices flowing around here. Lindsey’s mission is to readily communicate the hope, health, and happiness that the Kinetic Edge team restores daily in the lives of people across the Midwest. She also strives to make information easily accessible so people can make an educated decision about their health needs.

Lindsey graduated from Northwestern College in Orange City with a degree in Public Relations. Lindsey works primarily out of our corporate headquarters in Pella and lives in Pella with her husband Tyler and cat Kodak.

FUN FACTS ABOUT LINDSEY:

• If she were an ice cream flavor, she’d be: The Tonight Dough – What’s not to love about Jimmy Fallon, chocolate, caramel, and cookie dough?
• Hobbies: DIY projects, playing piano, freelance design and photography, and spending time with family and friends
• Favorite band: Rend Collective

Kimmy Van Zee is our assistant office manager at Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy. She works alongside Renae Oppenhuizen doing the many back office tasks that keep our clinics running as smoothly as possible. It’s her mission to help provide clients with the best care possible throughout their entire experience at Kinetic Edge. From the first time you call in to schedule an appointment to your last visit, Kimmy works to find the best ways to serve you and meet your needs.

Kimmy earned her degree in sociology and business administration from Central College and has been a part of the Kinetic Edge team since 2016. Kimmy works out of our corporate headquarters in Pella. She lives in Pella with her daughter Maddy and their kitten Charlie.

FUN FACTS ABOUT KIMMY:

• Her favorite season of the year: Summer – Sprint Car racing season!
• Food she’d eat for the rest of her life: Pizza
• Her favorite band: Lady Antebellum – Kimmy’s been to all of their concerts in Des Moines so far!

Kayla Landhuis is originally from Dallas, Texas and is our customer care coordinator. She exists to enhance each clients experience by answering questions about things like insurance or the therapist’s plan of care. Kayla also helps with some marketing and administrative tasks for Kinetic Edge. Kayla loves our clients and works hard to make each person’s experience a positive one.

Kayla earned her bachelor’s in history from Iowa State and was formerly the office assistant in our Ames clinic. Kayla and her husband Zach live in Roland with their daughter Virginia and puggle.

FUN FACTS ABOUT KAYLA:

• Something on her bucket list: Own a pet cow
• Actress she’d pick to play her life: Isla Fisher
• Celebrity she hopes will do therapy at Kinetic Edge: Julie Andrews because she’s fabulous and it would basically be like having the queen at your clinic

Emily Norton is the Marketing Strategist and Analyst for Kinetic Edge.  Her mission is to help communicate to the community what options they have for health and happiness in mind, body, and spirit. She loves coming up with fun, new ideas for Kinetic Edge to use in order to reach the different surrounding communities.

Emily graduated from Drake University in Des Moines with a degree in Marketing. Emily lives in Des Moines and is working out of the Pella corporate headquarters.

FUN FACTS ABOUT EMILY:

• Actress she’d pick to play her life: Jennifer Lawrence
• Something on his bucket list: She would like to visit all 50 states.
• Food she’d eat for the rest of her life: Pizza