Dr. Steve was born and raised in western North Dakota, graduating with honors from Scranton High School in 1979. After completing his undergraduate coursework at Bismarck State College and the University of Minnesota, he received his doctorate degree from Northwestern College of Chiropractic in Bloomington MN.

Dr. Steve practiced in the Twin Cities for two years at one of the first spinal rehab clinics in the nation, combining exercise programs and chiropractic care. He also completed advanced training in acupuncture and auto/whiplash injury care.

Dr. Steve moved back home to North Dakota in 1988 and enjoys providing safe, effective chiropractic care for patients of all ages, from infancy to elderly. An athlete in high school and in college, Dr. Steve is passionate about working with athletes. He strives to treat sports injuries, maintain peak athletic performance, and works to prevent future injuries.

Dr. Steve enjoys community service and has been involved with United Way for many years and serving as president in 2014. He's also served on the BSC Alumni Association Board and has been president of the Bismarck Basketball Boosters, and a member of the Ski Patrol. Dr. Steve and his wife Deb enjoy attending sporting events of all kinds. In his free time he enjoys coaching, hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family.