In addition to our Medical and diagnostic testing capabilities, we also provide many physical therapy treatment services for our patients, including: vestibular rehabilitation, balance therapy, concussion therapy, traumatic brain injury (TBI) therapy, musculoskeletal, and general muscle strengthening and reconditioning for our patients.
Our physical therapy team is highly trained for the evaluation and treatment of dizzines, vertigo, balance disorders, and mild TBI’s. Most of our team have certifications from the very prestigious Susan Herdman Vestibular Rehab program as well Impact concussion management.
Joseph Wilson, DPT - Rehabilitation Program Director
Joe began his journey with vestibular rehabilitation during a clinical rotation at NDBC. After graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Joe was hired at NDBC to work full time. Joe particularly likes the personalized approach vestibular rehab gives to each patient. Every person has different life goals and activities they enjoy and want to return to.
Joe was drawn to NDBC because of its collaborative care model that ensures patients are getting the best care possible under different medical providers. NDBC also provides ample resources for continuing education to learn more about the patients we treat. Joe enjoys spending time outside, including hiking, running, and golfing. You can find Joe cheering on the Packers on Sundays in the fall and winter.
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Dallas White, DPT - Lead Physical Therapist
Dallas joined NDBC after previously working in outpatient orthopedic and skilled nursing settings. He enjoys working with patients of all ages to help them achieve their goals and enjoys working with the multidisciplinary team at NDBC. Outside of work, Dallas enjoys running, hiking, and traveling.
Dallas is the Lead Physical therapist at NDBC, doing a great job of guiding his teams to exceptional training and patient care at NDBC.
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Alex Bangasser, DPT - Staff Physical Therapist
Alex is a Minnesota native who joined NBDC after previously working in outpatient orthopedics, skilled nursing and home care settings. She was drawn to NDBC because of the ability to work closely as a team with the medical providers, occupational therapists, audiologists and her fellow physical therapy staff to provide comprehensive patient-centered care.
She enjoys developing a connection with her patients to provide individualized treatment that promotes optimal function. Alex enjoys spending time with her family and her dog, Sully.
Bonnie Becker, PT, DPT - Staff Physical Therapist
Bonnie’s interest in vestibular rehabilitation was sparked early on in her clinical training, treating patients suffering from BPPV. Prior to joining the NDBC team, Bonnie gained experience treating patients of all ages in a variety of settings including the hospital, skilled nursing, and home care. She enjoys the rewarding experience of improving a patient’s dizziness and imbalance so that they can safely return to the activities they love.
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Linda Chai, DPT - Staff Physical Therapist
Linda joined NDBC after previously working in skilled nursing settings. She became interested in vestibular rehab after learning about it in school and after treating vestibular patients in her clinical rotations. Linda wanted to join NDBC to help patients improve their dizziness and balance in order to return to do what they love safely.
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Kathryn Engelman, PTA - Staff Physical Therapy Assistant
Katie enjoys working with patients and thinking outside the box in creating individualized treatment plans that help return patients to their previous active lifestyle. She feels education is an important part of recovery and that NDBC’s comprehensive approach provides the patient with the best path to recovery.
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Gracen Eveslage, PT, DPT - Staff Physical Therapist
Gracen is originally from central MN who is joining NDBC after graduating from Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. She has previous rotation experience in acute care, neuro inpatient rehab, orthopedics, and wound care. She was drawn to NDBC because of the multidisciplinary approach that puts patients’ needs first.
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Carlee Martin, PT, DPT - Staff Physical Therapist
Carlee became a part of NDBC following her experience in outpatient orthopedic and skilled nursing settings. Her passion for her profession was initially sparked by her involvement in soccer, where she encountered injuries and worked closely with physical therapists to rehab these injuries. During her time in physical therapy school, Carlee discovered her area of interest through hospital-based and outpatient neurologic rotations where she got to learn more about vestibular and balance rehabilitation. It was during these rotations that she witnessed the impact of her work in helping individuals regain their independence and achieve their personal goals.
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Andrea Mierau, DPT - Staff Physical Therapist
Andrea has been working in vestibular rehabilitation for most of her career and has a particular interest in working with patients who have vestibular migraine and concussion management. She is involved in the APTA’s vestibular special interest group as part of the Abstract of the Week Committee and has participated in a podcast utilized for training.
Andrea enjoys educating patients and family about their specific diagnosis, about the vestibular system and the complex balance system and how therapy can help them return to their active lifestyle. When she is not working, Andrea enjoys spending time with her family, two kids, being outdoors, and traveling.
