Spotlight: Elizabeth Jenson, Doctor of Physical Therapy We are excited to welcome Dr. Elizabeth Jenson, the new Director of Rehab Services, to the Alomere Health family. Having grown up in Edina, Minnesota, Dr. Jenson started her education at Gustavus Adolphus College and com- pleted her graduate degree at the University of the Pacific, California. Her education included Neuro Pediatric work at Mayo Clinic (Rochester, MN), serving veterans at the Navy Medical Center (Balboa, CA), and flying to Vietnam on a medical mission trip to provide free care and education. While at Casa Colina Hospital in Southern California, she led the Concussion program which served a wide range of patients, from professional athletes to the elderly. Her passion is developing programs to best serve the community, and has lectured nationally about Post-Concussion Syndrome. When asked what goals she has for the rehab department, Dr. Jenson is quick to respond, "I want to be someone who opens doors for our community and team. We will expand structured programs in Con- cussion, Oncology, Parkinson's, Pediatrics, Pelvic Health, Stroke, and Trauma. Our community doesn't even know we can do all of this! And all of this special- ized care is right here, because driving hours for care is really a disservice to our patients." "It's demoralizing to have someone care for you because you no longer can. I have so many epic stories of people battling and winning. For instance, we helped an amputee Marine walk over difficult terrain and step into a fishing boat-his favorite hobby -all by himself. If you help a child hear, speak, or run again, or a grandparent recover from a stroke. it's inspiring!" Now married with two, identical twin girls, Elizabeth and her husband wanted to put down roots closer to where they grew up. But finding an organi- zation that would support her ambitious career and life goals was be a challenge. Her search included all of Minnesota and the major health systems. Her favorite? Alomere Health. She continues to point out that Physical Therapy really leads to emotional wellness, "The reason we therapists love our job is that fundamentally, we help people get their lives back." She has a soft heart for veteran care, "As a second generation Vietnamese-American, I was born here, but my parents came over during the Vietnam War. I wouldn't be here without there service." "I'm in love with this community. People here are humble, really smart and innovative. Yet they slow down enough to really get to know you. The difference as com- pared with LA, New York, or even Minneapolis, is palpable," says Dr. Jenson. Starting her career at Allina Health, Elizabeth spent 8 years working in their Neuro-Ortho department. She helped develop their Concussion, Falls Preven- tion, Mental Health Fitness, Parkinson's, and Stroke Fitness programs. ALOMERE Alomere Health is an equal opportunity employer. HEALTH It's better here. Alomere Health · Alexandria Clinic Osakis Clinic Lakes E.N.T. Heartland Orthopedic Specialists Spotlight: Elizabeth Jenson, Doctor of Physical Therapy We are excited to welcome Dr. Elizabeth Jenson, the new Director of Rehab Services, to the Alomere Health family. Having grown up in Edina, Minnesota, Dr. Jenson started her education at Gustavus Adolphus College and com- pleted her graduate degree at the University of the Pacific, California. Her education included Neuro Pediatric work at Mayo Clinic (Rochester, MN), serving veterans at the Navy Medical Center (Balboa, CA), and flying to Vietnam on a medical mission trip to provide free care and education. While at Casa Colina Hospital in Southern California, she led the Concussion program which served a wide range of patients, from professional athletes to the elderly. Her passion is developing programs to best serve the community, and has lectured nationally about Post-Concussion Syndrome. When asked what goals she has for the rehab department, Dr. Jenson is quick to respond, "I want to be someone who opens doors for our community and team. We will expand structured programs in Con- cussion, Oncology, Parkinson's, Pediatrics, Pelvic Health, Stroke, and Trauma. Our community doesn't even know we can do all of this! And all of this special- ized care is right here, because driving hours for care is really a disservice to our patients." "It's demoralizing to have someone care for you because you no longer can. I have so many epic stories of people battling and winning. For instance, we helped an amputee Marine walk over difficult terrain and step into a fishing boat-his favorite hobby -all by himself. If you help a child hear, speak, or run again, or a grandparent recover from a stroke. it's inspiring!" Now married with two, identical twin girls, Elizabeth and her husband wanted to put down roots closer to where they grew up. But finding an organi- zation that would support her ambitious career and life goals was be a challenge. Her search included all of Minnesota and the major health systems. Her favorite? Alomere Health. She continues to point out that Physical Therapy really leads to emotional wellness, "The reason we therapists love our job is that fundamentally, we help people get their lives back." She has a soft heart for veteran care, "As a second generation Vietnamese-American, I was born here, but my parents came over during the Vietnam War. I wouldn't be here without there service." "I'm in love with this community. People here are humble, really smart and innovative. Yet they slow down enough to really get to know you. The difference as com- pared with LA, New York, or even Minneapolis, is palpable," says Dr. Jenson. Starting her career at Allina Health, Elizabeth spent 8 years working in their Neuro-Ortho department. She helped develop their Concussion, Falls Preven- tion, Mental Health Fitness, Parkinson's, and Stroke Fitness programs. ALOMERE Alomere Health is an equal opportunity employer. HEALTH It's better here. Alomere Health · Alexandria Clinic Osakis Clinic Lakes E.N.T. Heartland Orthopedic Specialists