Dr. Nathan Broghammer was born in Cedar Rapids and raised in the nearby town of Coggon. His interest in chiropractic sparked after suffering a severe low back injury while learning to barefoot water ski. The injury prevented Dr. Broghammer from walking or bending without experiencing intense, sharp pain. The day after the accident he went to a chiropractor and received instant pain relief from his first chiropractic adjustment. Dr. Broghammer continued treatment and within a week he had almost completely recovered and could move without pain.
Dr. Broghammer received his Doctorate of Chiropractic from the prestigious Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa in 2008. He graduated with honors and learned the latest in spinal adjusting techniques, patient diagnosis, and physiotherapy. The Doctor of Chiropractic program requires over 300 credit hours and 4,500 class room hours to be completed over the course of three and one third years. Since graduating Palmer Dr. Broghammer has continued his education to become a DOT Certified Medical Examiner. With this designation is is able to provides DOT physical examinations as wall as drug testing for individuals and businesses in the area that utilize a commercial drivers license
Prior to attending Palmer College of Chiropractic Dr. Broghammer earned his bachelor’s degree in biology from Simpson College in Indianola, Iowa. He was extremely involved with campus activities including Residence Life Staff, Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity, and the Simpson Wrestling Team. Dr. Broghammer earned Academic All-American honors in 2004 and 2005 as a member of the Storm Wrestling Team. Dr. Broghammer received his high school education at North-Linn High School in Troy Mills, Iowa.
Currently Dr. Broghammer resides in Marion with his wife Rachel and two children, Owen and Quinn. In his time outside the office you may find Dr. Broghammer working out at Crossfit 151 or enjoying time on the water boating or waters skiing.
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