Dave Buursma

Physical Therapist, DPT, FAFS

DPT – Doctor of Physical Therapy
FAFS – Fellow of Applied Functional Science

Dave Buursma is a licensed physical therapist at our Grandville location. He graduated from Grand Valley State University where he earned a Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2009 after receiving his Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Journalism from Calvin University in 2004.

His true passion is connecting with patients on a personal level in an effort to develop goals that are meaningful and impactful to their daily lives. Dave enjoys uncovering what motivates each individual so that they can work together through the recovery process. He brings over a decade and a half of outpatient orthopedics experience and enjoys working with clients of all ages and ability levels. Dave has a special interest in working with athletes to ensure a successful return to sport.

In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 young kids, running, hiking, traveling to explore new places, and coaching his kids’ soccer teams.