Physical Therapist
Family
Maren grew up in Lino Lakes, MN with her parents and one younger brother. After graduate school, she traveled for work for one year then moved to Underwood, MN. She has one yellow lab and one black lab that joins her on all of her adventures.
Education/Certifications• B.S. in Kinesiology
• Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy
Professional Interests
• Maren is interested in working in rural areas with people of all ages and abilities.
Personal Interests
• Maren’s hobbies include kayaking, hiking, fishing, snowboarding, and snowmobiling.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Family
Kyle was born in Coon Rapids, MN and raised in the Brainerd Lakes area.
Education/Certifications
• A.A.S. in Physical Therapist Assistant, Chippewa Valley Technical College
• B.A. in Athletic Training, Minnesota State University - Moorhead
• APTA Member
Professional Interests
• Orthopedic rehabilitation, sports related injuries
Personal Interests
• Hunting, fishing, exercising, watching Minnesota sports teams
Speech Therapist
Family
Hanna was raised in Garfield, MN and went to high school in Brandon, MN. She is married and has two younger brothers.
Education/Certifications
• B.S. in Speech Language Hearing Sciences
• M.S. in Speech Language Pathology
• LOUD, SpeakOut!, and VitalStim certified
Professional Interests
• Hanna most enjoy working with Dysphagia and working with dysphagia and voice related to
Parkinson's disease.
Personal Interests
• Being outdoors, lake skiing, and enjoying a book
Occupational Therapist
Family
Melissa grew up in St. Cloud, MN. She lives in Osakis, MN, with her husband Adam and their five children.
Education/Certifications
• M.S. in Occupational Therapy, UND
• Certified Lymphedema Therapist
• AOTA Member
Professional Interests
• Geriatrics, orthopedics, lymphedema, urinary incontinence, wheelchair positioning
Personal Interests
• Sewing, crafts, fishing, archery, baking birth-day cakes, mountain biking, church activities including teaching Children’s Church, spending time with family, gardening, and raising Boer Goats