Owner/Head Instructor
Dr. Heidi Bockhold DC
Education:
• Life University in Marietta,
Bachelor of Science in Biology
• Regents College in New York,
Doctor of Chiropractic
Experience:
• Over 16 years in Animal Chiropractic Care
• Over 16 years in Teaching Human
and Animal Chiropractic
Instructor
Dr. Patty Glover DVM
Education:
• South Dakota State University,
Bachelor of Science in Animal Science
• University of Minnesota School of Veterinary Medicine, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Experience:
• Great Lakes Equine Wellness Center,
Associate Veterinarian
• Bay Meadow Equine, Co-Owner
Instructor
Dr. Lisa Busko DVM
Education:
• Colorado State University,
Bachelor of Science in Economics
• Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biological Sciences,
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Experience:
• Crystal Coast Veterinary Services
• North Mecklenburg Animal Hospital
Instructor
Dr. Matt Fehr DVM
Education:
• Emporia State University
• Kansas State University,
College Of Veterinary Medicine
Experience:
• Animal Medical Center
Instructor
Dr. Travis Gratton DVM
Education:
• Kansas State University,
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
• Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Experience:
• University Bird and Small Animal Clinic,
Associate Veterinarian
• Advanced training in laser surgery
and small animal ultrasonography
Instructor
Dr. Jean Thompson DC
Education:
• Susquehanna University,
Bachelor of Science Biology
• Logan College of Chiropractic,
Doctor of Chiropractic
Experience:
• Thompson Chiropractic & Wellness Center, LLC, Doctor of Chiropractic
• Chiropractic Coverage Doctor,
Doctor of Chiropractic
Instructor
Dr. Pat Holl DC
Education:
• Rutger’s University, Bachelor of Arts,
Psychology With Honors
• Los Angeles College of Chiropractic,
Doctor of Chiropractic
Experience:
• Yellowstone Naturopathic Clinic,
Staff Chiropractor
• Wilshire Orthopedic and Rehabilitation Medical Center, Chiropractic Physician
Instructor
Dr. Gregg Coker DC
Education:
• Palmer University,
Bachelor of Science
• Palmer University,
Doctorate of Chiropractic, Cum Laude
Experience:
• Coker Chiropractic,
Licensed Chiropractor
• Animal Chiropractic,
Licensed Animal Chiropractor
Instructor
Dr. Bruce Indek DC
Education:
• Syracuse University,
Bachelor of Science in Biology
• National College of Chiropractic,
Doctor of Chiropractic
Experience:
• Established Private Practice of Chiropractic
• Boston Marathon, Chiropractic Coordinator
Instructor
Dr. Kara Vittitow DVM
Education:
• The Ohio State University,
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Experience:
• Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital,
Associate Ambulatory Veterinarian
• Van Balen Equine Associates,
Associate Veterinarian
Instructor
Dr. Betsy Blair DC
Education:
• Colorado State University,
Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy
• Cleveland Chiropractic College,
Doctorate of Chiropractic
Experience:
• Chiropractic Wellness Center,
Chiropractic Patient Care
• Therapy Works,
Registered Occupational Therapist
Instructor
Dr. Nikki Zeller DVM
Education:
• Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biological Sciences – Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
• Colorado State University – Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
Experience:
• Pura Vida Veterinary Services, LLC – Owner
• Options for Animals College of Animal Chiropractic – Instructor
Instructor
Dr. Sara Jerman DC
Education:
• Logan College of Chiropractic,
Bachelor’s Degree in Life Science
• Logan College of Chiropractic,
Doctor of Chiropractic
Experience:
• Animals in Motion Chiropractic, LLC, Owner/Chiropractor
• Bartels Pet Hospital
Instructor
Dr. Angie Nielsen DVM
Education:
• Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
• Iowa State University, Bachelor of Science in Animal Science/Dairy Science
Experience:
• Sunrise Hill Veterinary Hospital, Associate Veterinarian
• Nielsen Veterinary Service & Consulting, Owner
• Options For Animals College of Animal Chiropractic, Instructor
Instructor
Dr. Aaron Peterson DC
Education:
• St. Olaf College,
Bachelor of Science
• Northwestern Health Sciences University,
Doctor of Chiropractic
Experience:
• Samara Wellness, Founder
• UCSF, Lead Instructor
Instructor
Dr. Marie Bartling DVM
Education:
• Colorado State University,
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
• Colorado State University,
Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine
Experience:
• Medical Acupuncture course for veterinarians at Colorado State University, Instructor
Instructor
Dr. Tracy Rainwater DC
Education:
• California State University Fresno,
Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology
• Palmer College of Chiropractic West,
Doctor of Chiropractic
Experience:
• Private practice specializing in animal chiropractic
Instructor
Nicole Hjelle DVM
Education:
• University of Minnesota,
Bachelor of Science Degree
• Saint George’s University,
Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine
Experience:
• Associate Veterinarian,
South 71 Veterinary Clinic
Instructor
Margaret (Maggie) Loomer DVM
Education:
• University of California, Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, Davis, CA
• University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA
Experience:
• Veterinary Associate
Durango Equine Veterinary Clinic
Instructor
DeAnn Adams, D.C., BSHB, BBA, BSW, AA
Education:
• Northwestern College of Chiropractic, Bloomington, MN
• Concordia College, Moorhead, MN
Experience:
• Private Practice
Sole Proprietor of Paradox Chiropractic PA, Little Falls, MN
Instructor
Dr. Luke J. Staab
Education:
• 2012, certified in animal chiropractic by the International Veterinary Chiropractic Association
• 2012, received Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Logan College of Chiropractic, Chesterfield, Missouri
Experience:
• Self Employed – Human Chiropractor
Instructor
Dr. Kim Krivit
Education:
• 1992 College of Veterinary Medicine- University of Minnesota
• 1988 University of Minnesota – Bachelors of Science Animal Science
Certification:
• 2016 International Veterinary Acupuncture Society
• 2014 International Veterinary Chiropractic Association
Instructor
Dr. Jamie Lynn Peyton
Education:
• September 1996-March 2000 – Auburn University, Auburn, AL
• August 2000-May 2004 – University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine, Gainesville, FL
Degrees:
• Bachelor of Science, Zoology
• Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine
• Diplomate American College Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care
Instructor
Dr. Susan Roecker DC
Education:
• 2017 – Options for Animals College of Chiropractic
• 2011 – Logan College of Chiropactic
Membership:
• International Veterinary Chiropractic Association
• Missouri Chiropractic Professional Association
• Maryland Heights Chamber of Commerce
• Activator Methods membership
Instructor
Dr. Jennifer M. Akers
Education:
• 2009 – Kansas State University – Master of Public Health
• 2001 – Iowa State University – Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Honors and Awards:
• 2015 Faculty Scholarship Award, Options for Animals
• 2014 Faculty Scholarship Award, Chi Institute
• 2014 Vet Tech Colleges 15 Top Vet Dental Professors
Instructor
Dr. Tina Carrari DC
Education:
• 2015 – Options for Animals, Wellsville, Kansas – Certified in Animal Chiropractic by IVCA
• 2004 – Life Chiropractic College West, Hayward, California – Student of the Year
Work Experience:
• Instructor, Wellsville, Kansas – Options for Animals, 2016-present
• Chiropractor, Wellsville, Kansas – Private Practice, 2015-present
Instructor
Dr. Laura Hellman
Education:
• North Carolina State University – Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences
• North Carolina State University – Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Work Experience:
• Banfield Pet Hospital
• Integrative Animal Care
UK Instructor / UK Programme Lead
Dr. Zoë Freedman DC
Education:
• Anglo European College of Chiropractic, England
Experience:
• Over 12 years in Chiropractic Care
• Over a decade in higher education
UK Instructor
Dr. John Fossey DC
Education:
• University of Wales
• Anglo European College of Chiropractic, England
Experience:
• Over 20 years in Physiotherapy & Chiropractic Care
• Over 10 years in mixed practice
UK Instructor
Dr. Sam Kingdon DC
Education:
• Welsh Institute of Chiropractic, Wales
Experience:
• Over 13 years in Chiropractic Care
UK Instructor
Dr. Ken Skinner DVM
Education:
• Edinburgh University Veterinary School
Experience:
• Over 25 years in veterinary medicine
• Over 10 years in Animal Chiropractic