meet our team

Dr. Caroline holds a certificate of proficiency in pediatric and family chiropractic, state certification in nutrition, is NRT certified through Ulan Nutrition Systems and has taken continuing education courses in pediatrics, pregnancy, diagnostic imaging, disease prevention and wellness, and advanced adjusting technique. She has 14 years of experience with patients of all ages, newborn to elderly, and has developed an excellent reputation based on referrals and resulting in Hope, Answers, and Help!

Dr. Caroline utilizes primarily the Gonstead technique along with a neurological-focused examination process that helps identify the neuro stressors and areas responsible for the struggles each patient experiences. She believes in holistic health of which neurological health through chiropractic care is an important part.

In her free time, Dr. Caroline enjoys playing volleyball, golf and spending time outdoors with her husband, Jason, and children, Brinley, Annalise, and Wyatt.

She looks forward to meeting you and helping you achieve your health and wellness goals!

Dr. Caroline Ruppert is originally from Tiffin, Iowa. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in exercise science from the University of South Carolina in 2006. In 2010 Dr. Caroline graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa with her Doctor of Chiropractic degree. During her time at Palmer College of Chiropractic, she was a Gross Anatomy tutor, Neuromuscular System teaching assistant, as well as a Clinician's assistant in the Palmer Clinics.

While attending Palmer College Dr. Caroline took the unique opportunity to travel to India with a group of fellow students. The trip included donating free clothing to the less fortunate and giving free chiropractic treatments to less privileged areas that did not have access to health care.

In February 2012, she began volunteering for the annual Peak Potential Outreach health care service trip to provide general health screenings, blood sugar tests, as well as chiropractic adjustments to the under-served and underprivileged school systems of third world countries. During the 5 days, on average the group treats about 600 patients with complaints ranging from sports injuries and headaches, to stomach pain and advanced neurological disorders. In May 2013 she was named Board of Director for Peak Potential Outreach. Peak Potential Outreach has partnered with the Shriner's Hospital in Hawaii, making it possible for some of the children they serve to be able to receive much needed surgeries. Dr. Ruppert intends to continue raising money for this organization and donating her time and services for future trips.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

• Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science-University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina
• Doctor of Chiropractic-Palmer College of Chiropractic, Davenport Iowa
• Certificate of Proficiency in Pediatric & Family Chiropractic

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:

• The Pediatric Experience | pxdocs.com
• International Chiropractors Pediatrics Association | icpa4kids.com
• Gonstead Clinical Studies Society | gonstead.com
• Chiropractic Society of Wisconsin | chiropracticsocietywi.org
• Peak Potential Outreach - peakpotentialoutreach.org
  • Named Board of Director in May 2013.
• Cottage Grove Chamber of Commerce

ADVANCED TRAINING:

• Certificate of Proficiency in Pediatric & Family Chiropractic
• Webster Technique
• Nutrition Certification
• Pediatrics and Pregnancy
• Gonstead Methodologies and Technique
• Diagnostic Imaging