Owner/Head Instructor
Dr. Heidi Bockhold DC
• Phone: 678.207.6675
• Email: drheidi@optionsforanimals.com
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
• Phone: 920-737-9605
• Email: pgdvm@aol.com
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
• Phone: 704-902-5742
• Email: buskolisa@yahoo.com
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
• Phone: 620-792-7266
• Email: bigfehr@yahoo.com
Education:
• Emporia State University
• Kansas State University,
College Of Veterinary Medicine
Experience:
• Animal Medical Center
Instructor
Dr. Travis Gratton DVM
• Phone: 785-478-3492
• Email: tjgrattondvm@gmail.com
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
• Phone: 443-538-5313
• Email: drjet8@comcast.net
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
• Phone: 406-672-9116
• Email: drpholl@gmail.com
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. Bruce Indek DC
• Phone: 781-383-0961
• Email: indekchiropractic@gmail.com
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
• Phone: 859-940-9541
• Email: animalsinmotionky@gmail.com
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
• Phone: 816-509-8770
• Email: bblair4@juno.com
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
• Phone: 303-525-4144
• Email: docz@puravidavets.com
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
• Phone: 440-655-5195
• Email: aoc.docsj@gmail.com
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
• Phone: 402-322-1197
• Email: ajnielsen97@gmail.com
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
• Phone: 651-470-0826
• Email: arnpeterson@gmail.com
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
• Phone: 720-308-3115
• Email: mariebartling@yahoo.com
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
• Phone: 408-431-0525
• Email: dr.rainwatersdc@hotmail.com
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
• Phone: (320) 905-0264
• Email: hjedoc1@gmail.com
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
• Phone: 804-690-6424
• Email: MaggieLoomer@gmail.com
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
• Phone: 320-632-6757
• Email: deann@paradoxchiropractic.com
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 DC
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 DVM
• Phone: (910)858-2525
• Email: kim.krivit@gmail.com
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 DVM
• Phone: 530-405-6053
• Email: jlpeyton@ucdavis.edu
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
• Phone: 816-383-1225
• Email: susan200276@hotmail.com
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 DVM
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
• Phone: (626) 429-1572
• Email: tcarrari@gmail.com
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 DVM
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