Physical Therapists Archives - CNOS

Maggie Andriano

Dylan — Tue, 27 Jun 2023 13:41:41 +0000

Maggie graduated from The University of Northern Iowa with a degree in Athletic Training. Following her tenure at UNI, she then went on to complete schooling from Briar Cliff University in Sioux City for her Physical Therapy degree in 2021. Maggie then pursued a job in home health and nursing home settings for over 2 years. She joined CNOS in 2023, working as a Physical Therapist at our Moville Clinic.

Outside of work, Maggie enjoys going to the dog park and walking with her 2 dogs, Xena and Dandelion.

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Tiffany Becker

Jerry — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 18:24:59 +0000

Tiffany started working for CNOS as a sophomore while attending Morningside University working as a tech in both the physical therapy and MRI departments. After completing her Doctorate degree at the University of South Dakota, Tiffany worked at Regency Care Center in South Sioux City for about a year. She also worked PRN for Le Mars Physical Therapy in Le Mars, IA helping with their aquatic therapy program. After a year, CNOS offered her the position of Rehab Director at the Dunes Surgical Hospital where she has been since 2012. Tiffany loves working with post-surgical patients to ensure a successful recovery to regain their quality of life again.

Tiffany specializes in post-operative orthopedic and neurologic rehabilitation. She also teaches a pre-operative “Joint Camp” class weekly to educate total knee and hip replacement patients and their care givers how to prepare and recover from surgery.

Tiffany stays very busy running 3 kids around to all of their activities. She enjoys coaching youth sports, especially Elite Cheer teams and gymnastics at VIP Gymnastics, Ninja, and Cheer. She also enjoys anything outdoors; running, biking, swimming, mowing, and especially her flowers!

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Dennis Bickett

Jerry — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 18:25:28 +0000

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Kip Chesmore

Jerry — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 18:24:59 +0000

Kip Joined the CNOS Dakota Dunes Rehabilitation department in 2006 where he developed their post-operative Spine Care Program. He has practiced in multiple therapy settings including: hospital, nursing home, surgical centers, home healthcare and outpatient orthopedics. Kip has been invited to lecture at numerous Orthopedic and Neuro Symposiums. He currently focuses on outpatient orthopedics and spine care at the Dakota Dunes Clinic. Kip has continued his learning experience by completing several continuing education courses each year. He has attended all of the classes offered for the McKenzie Method, several vestibular courses, as well as countless orthopedic rehabilitation courses.

Kip retired as a Lieutenant Colonel from the South Dakota Army National Guard in 2010 after serving 30 years. He enjoys spending time with his family and friends. He has twins (Jack and Genesis). He loves riding his motorcycle, traveling, as well as watching Husker and Pittsburgh Steeler football.

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Stephanie Conley

Jerry — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 18:24:59 +0000

Stephanie began her career as a PTA in 2015. She started as a Physical Therapy Tech at CNOS while finishing school and then began to work as a Physical Therapy Assistant after graduation and passing her boards. Stephanie has experience in outpatient orthopedic care as well as post-surgical treatment at the Dunes Surgical Hospital in Dakota Dunes, South Dakota.

Stephanie enjoys outdoor activities with her husband and dogs including hiking and kayaking. She also enjoys traveling to new places to experience new cultures and food. You can find Stephanie diving into a good book in her free time!

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Carol Copeland

Jerry — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 18:24:59 +0000

Carol began her career as an entry level Physical Therapist working in outpatient, aquatic therapy, home health physical therapy and at a skilled physical therapy facility in a rural community. She was able to develop a women’s health program as well. The majority of Carol’s career has been with CNOS beginning in 2004. Carol brought her knowledge of women’s health to CNOS and developed a program. She has been fortunate enough to work closely with physicians in the Siouxland community to grow this program for the area. Carol is currently working at the CNOS Moville Clinic and loves the rural setting and relationships she has developed with not only the community, but the local health care providers as well. The majority of Carol’s clients are orthopedic and sports medicine patients, however providing physical therapy services in a rural area affords her the opportunity to see a variety of diagnoses, including geriatrics and neurological vestibular.

Carol’s main focus of practice is orthopedic care for all ages. Sports medicine emphasis is key in the rural areas, as CNOS serves several area schools for sports injuries. She also provides women’s health services for a large area surrounding Siouxland. Carol is Graston Technique Trained to help improve a variety of muscular skeletal dysfunctions in her patients.

Carol is married with two boys. She loves spending her free time with her family and watching them compete in their sport. Carol has a passion for exercise and enjoys working on home improvement projects with her husband.

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Michele Curry

Jerry — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 18:24:59 +0000

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Jennifer Davis

Jerry — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 18:25:04 +0000

Jennifer started working at CNOS in November of 2003. She treats all types of musculoskeletal conditions with a special interest in sports medicine and post-surgical orthopaedics.

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Elijah Dirkx

Dylan — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 15:34:25 +0000

Elijah is passionate about patient education, biomechanics, and injury prevention. He takes great pride in facilitating recovery and empowering patients to return to the activities that bring them joy. Elijah will be working mostly with our worker’s compensation and occupational medicine populations.

Elijah graduated from Morningside University in 2021 and earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Des Moines University in 2025. He has a strong background in post-operative and sports physical therapy, with experience across hospital, outpatient, and industrial settings.

Outside of the clinic, Elijah is active in his church and enjoys coaching wrestling, watching the Green Bay Packers, and spending time outdoors–especially hiking with this wife, Morgan, and their dog, Chuck.

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Mike Donahoo

Sarah — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 14:36:38 +0000

Mike graduated from WITCC’s PTA program and joined CNOS in 2024. Mike has an extensive background in martial arts and combat sports, having spent 30 years competing, teaching, and coaching. He is also a strength and conditioning coach and personal trainer. Mike enjoys treating all musculoskeletal conditions with a special interest in sports medicine.

During his free time Mike enjoys traveling with his wife and dog, hiking, and training.

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