Hometown:
Fort Dodge, Iowa

Education:
1984, Associates degree, Iowa Central Community College, Fort Dodge, Iowa.
1987, Bachelor of Arts in Education, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa.
1987, Certified by the National Athletic Trainers Association as an Athletic Trainer.
1993, Certified by the National Strength and Conditioning Association as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist.
2000, Completed McKenzie Method of Spine Evaluation, Part A and B.
2001, Certified in MedX cervical and lumbar protocol
2001, Certified in SwimEx aquatic therapy protocol

Professional Experience:
1982-1984, Ford Dodge Athletic Club, Fort Dodge, IA, Manager.
1986-1987, ISU Cyclone Athletics, Collegiate Wrestling Program, Intern.
1987-1989, Spring Branch Memorial High School, Houston, TX, Physical Education Teacher, Athletic Trainer.
1989-1991, Longview Regional Hospital Sports Medicine Center, Longview, TX, Certified Athletic Trainer.
1991-1994, Longview Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine, Longview, TX, Certified Athletic Trainer.
1994 - Present , Physical Therapy Specialists Clinic, Certified Athletic Trainer, Director of Sports Medicine Services.

Professional Affiliations:
1987 - present, National Athletic Trainers Association
1993 - present, National Strength and Conditioning Association
1999 - present, Missouri Athletic Trainers Association

Hobbies:
Hunting, fishing, fitness activities

eMail: vbeam@ptsconline.com