ATC – Certified Athletic Trainer
Dianna Kisner is the Director of Sports Medicine for Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy and the Head Athletic Trainer at South Christian High School. Dianna has been at South Christian since 2006, prior to that she worked at Godwin Heights High school, Davenport University, and Unity Christian High school. A Grand Valley State University Graduate and lifelong learner, she has her Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training and is certified in Sportsmetrics, Functional Movement Screens, Dry Needling, and has completed 100 hours of training in the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy.
As the Sports Medicine Director, she is responsible for the placement of Athletic Trainers within schools as well as fostering the growth of the sports medicine program at Hulst Jepsen. She has a passion for her profession, fellow Athletic Trainers, and students’ health. Her favorite part of her job is being on the front lines to help immediately when the kids are injured and seeing them return to competition.
In her free time, she enjoys early morning runs with her sister and hanging with her three children, Gabe, Kali, and Trey. She can be found most days spectating a game for her students or her own kids with a big smile on her face.
Grand Valley State University 2002
I had therapy (elsewhere) and I never really thought it helped. At Hulst Jepsen, I had a much better experience. The people that work there are warm and caring. They kept track of my progress and pushed me to get better. I can do so much more without pain! Thank you all!
Jim B.