Our Team

Chiropractor

Dr. Dustin grew up in the small and charming town of Nevada, Iowa. He went on to receive his undergraduate degree in Health and Wellness from Purdue Global University. During his high school and college years, he was introduced to chiropractic and the profound impact it had on his health and the health of others. He always knew he wanted to pursue a career that allowed him to serve and empower others, and quickly realized that chiropractic offered a powerful path to help people restore their health naturally and live at a higher level.

Dr. Dustin went on to earn his Doctorate of Chiropractic from Life Chiropractic College West, where he developed a deep passion for Integrated and Regenerative Chiropractic Care. While in chiropractic school, he studied the body’s incredible ability to self-heal and the critical role the nervous system plays in overall function, performance, and recovery. During his time at Life, he pursued advanced training outside of the required curriculum through the Knee Chest Upper Cervical Revolution, equipping him with highly specialized techniques to help patients dealing with migraines, anxiety, chronic stress, and neurological imbalance. He also gained extensive experience adjusting extremities, allowing him to better serve athletes and active individuals throughout the community.

Today, Dr. Dustin is passionate about combining advanced chiropractic techniques with cutting-edge regenerative therapies to help patients avoid unnecessary medications and surgery whenever possible. The Connect Chiropractic is among a small percentage of chiropractic clinics utilizing SoftWave Technology to support tissue repair, healing, and regeneration. The office also offers Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Therapy for conditions such as disc herniations, sciatica, and chronic neck and low back pain, alongside customized Gut Health and Functional Wellness Programs designed to support autoimmune conditions, inflammation, energy, metabolism, and healthy weight loss.

Dr. Dustin’s mission is to help patients not only get out of pain, but truly optimize their health, movement, energy, and quality of life through a comprehensive, neurologically focused, and regenerative approach to healthcare.

Outside of the office, you can find Dr. Dustin enjoying time with family and friends, staying active, hiking, traveling with his wife Tiffany, and continuing to expand his education in performance, wellness, and regenerative healthcare.

Office Manager

I’m Jessica, your friendly and dedicated receptionist at The Connect Chiropractic. Originally from sunny Mesa, Arizona, I moved to Iowa for college and graduated from Faith Baptist Bible College with my bachelor’s degree. Helping others has always been my passion, and I love being part of a team where I get to witness lives change through chiropractic care every single day. After spending the last six years in Ankeny, I recently moved to Ames, and I’m excited to get involved in this wonderful community. Whether you’re calling in or walking through our doors, I’m here to make sure your experience is welcoming, positive, and filled with encouragement on your wellness journey. 

Patient Relations Coordinator

I’m Lindsey, your dedicated Chiropractic Assistant at The Connect Chiropractic. I am originally from a suburb of Chicago, but I came to Iowa for college. I went to Iowa State University and graduated with a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. Even after college, I wanted to stay in Ames because of its wonderful community. I have always known I wanted to help people and being a part of this team helps me accomplish that. As your Chiropractic Assistant, I am here to support you on your journey and recognize your accomplishments. 

Chiropractic Assistant

Tyler grew up in the Boone area and now proudly calls Ames home. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Iowa State University and has always had a passion for helping others. Before joining our chiropractic team, he worked as a teacher’s aide supporting children with behavioral disorders, where he discovered how rewarding it is to encourage, motivate, and support people as they work toward their goals. As a Therapy Assistant, Tyler enjoys building meaningful relationships with patients and helping them on their journey to better health. He believes that staying active is essential to overall wellness and lives by the philosophy, “Just move your body.” Whether he’s running, lifting weights, or finding new ways to stay active, Tyler enjoys leading by example and encouraging others to make movement part of their daily lives. When he’s not at the clinic, Tyler enjoys spending time with his energetic rescue black Lab, Miles, exploring the outdoors, and embracing an active lifestyle. He is committed to making every patient feel welcome, supported, and empowered as they work toward improved health and wellness.

Chiropractic Assistant

Hi, I'm Andy! I'm a certified chiropractic assistant with specialized training in SoftWave Therapy and spinal decompression. When you come in for SoftWave Therapy at The Connect Chiropractic, I'll be the one guiding you through your treatment and making sure you're comfortable every step of the way. I'm currently completing my undergraduate education and plan to attend Palmer College of Chiropractic in 2028. My passion for chiropractic comes from wanting to help people stay active, reduce pain, and get back to doing what they love. I look forward to being part of your journey to better health. 

Receptionist

I'm V, your receptionist at The Connect Chiropractic. I graduated from Iowa Central Community College with an Associate's degree in Hospitality Management and am currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration through the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. I have always had a passion for helping others, and being part of this team allows me to do that every day. As the first person to welcome you into our office, I strive to create a friendly, positive experience and help make your visit as smooth and comfortable as possible.