Brainerd Baxter Deerwood Crosby, MN Chiropractor, Doctor of Chiropractic

These are the people you’ll see when you visit us in person. Each is dedicated to your healthy lifestyle.

	Dr. Ryan Hokanson, Doctor of Chiropractic Dr. Ryan Hokanson is a native of northern Minnesota. He attended Roseau High School and received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Minnesota Duluth. He then graduated in 2000 from Northwestern College of Chiropractic in Bloomington, Minnesota.
	Dr. Hokanson was an associate doctor at Advanced Medical of Twin Cities before relocating to the Brainerd Lakes Area. He owned and operated Hokanson Chiropractic and Injury Center in Brainerd before joining HealthFirst Chiropractic in 2004 as Clinic Director of the Brainerd location. In 2006, Dr. Hokanson purchased HealthFirst Chiropractic of Brainerd and changed its name to Select Life Chiropractic.
	Hunting, fishing, outdoor activities, as well as a strong school system and small town atmosphere drew Dr. Hokanson and his wife, Patsy, to the Brainerd area. An avid sports fan, Dr. Hokanson enjoys watching and playing sports, especially hockey. He has experience as a youth hockey coach and also as an on-site chiropractor at sporting events.
	Dr. Hokanson enjoys treating patients of all ages, from seniors to infants. He was drawn to chiropractic after having his own chiropractic “miracle” and loves having the chance to help others without the use of drugs or surgery.

Kelly Umbreit, Certified Massage Therapist
Kelly grew up in southern Minnesota and graduated from Minnesota State University where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education. She continued her education at Rasmussen College and became certified in Massage Therapy.

Kelly chose to pursue massage therapy when she saw how tension, stress and pain adversely impacted her mother’s life. Kelly enjoys being a Massage Therapist because it gives her the opportunity to serve the community by promoting health and wellness. She is trained in Swedish, Deep Tissue, Trigger Point, Reflexology and Pregnancy massage techniques. Kelly lives in rural Brainerd and enjoys boating, fishing, playing sports and spending time with friends and family.

Stacie Bokinskie, Office Manager
As Office Manager, Stacie is responsible for all patient relations, which include scheduling, insurance verification, billing procedures and assisting with therapy. Stacie is a graduate of the University of Minnesota – Duluth with a Bachelor's Degree in Communications and Sociology. She has also received her Master's Degree in Communications from Bethel College. She and her husband, Corey, enjoy spending time outdoors in the beautiful Brainerd Lakes Area.

Julie Meister, Office Manager/Chiropractic Assistant
Julie is responsible for scheduling, billing and assisting the doctor with patient therapies. Julie is a graduate from the University of Minnesota Duluth with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Graphic Design and Photography. A native of the Brainerd Lakes Area, she enjoys playing softball, skiing and spending time with her husband, Ben and their two Labrador retrievers, Belle and Dixie. Prior to joining Select Life Chiropractic, Julie was the coordinator for the In-Fisherman Professional Walleye Trail.