Erich Ottervanger

Meet Erich Ottervanger

Clinic manager, PT, DPT

Erich is from West Des Moines and currently resides in Clive. Erich received his undergraduate degree from Loras College in 2007 and received his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Des Moines University in 2010. Outside of work he enjoys spending time with his family & playing golf and pickleball.

Why did you become a Therapist?

My favorite part about being a physical therapist is joining my patients and walking through their plan of care with them side by side. We get to spend a great amount of time and get to know our patients well and what motivates them. It is so enjoyable and rewarding to also see my patients meet their goals and have great success stories.

"The staff and clinicians are all very good. They answered all my questions, time spent with me was excellent and everyone showed great compassion."

"Everything is top notch! The expertise of the PTs and their caring attitude is exemplary. All the support staff are great!"

"I was very pleased with all of my care - pre op & post op. You did a wonderful job preparing me for surgery and getting me healed after."

"Excellent doesn't give the staff enough credit to how hard they work for their patient. All of the staff works very hard to give you extra help as each person needs."