Ryan is excellent in understanding how the body works. He works to decrease your pain and get you moving. His instructions are easy to follow and he wants the best for his patients.

May 28, 2025

I’ve worked with Ryan on other health issues, and he’s the best physical therapist. He listens and explains reasons for various exercises. I feel very confident with his care.

March 26, 2025

Ryan listens and does his best to figure out the root cause of your symptoms. He is the best PT in Ames and is the most kindest. I highly recommend seeing Ryan because he will help you greatly with mobility issues and wants you to be successful and feel better.

February 25, 2025

Ryan was wonderful. He was thorough and explained things as we went. He gave positive feedback. I really liked and trusted his knowledge. Thank you Ryan.

January 2, 2025

Very professional, knowledgeable, helpful

November 18, 2024

He was very patient and thorough. He explained what he was going to do before the treatment, and he also explained why.

August 20, 2024

Ryan is very knowledgeable as well as personable. He works proficiently while explaining what and why he is doing. A+

August 8, 2024

Ryan is amazing, very dedicated, answers any questions, has great patience and listens very well

July 16, 2024

Appreciative of the thorough attention and effort provided. Highly informative, helpful. Clear explanations. Answered all my questions.

May 22, 2024

Timely, professional, informative, spoke in understandable terms

April 11, 2024

He was extremely kind and made me feel welcome

April 1, 2024

Ryan was very thorough in helping me to diagnose my pain problems and giving me some exercises to do at home.

February 29, 2024

Ryan explained everything he was going to do prior to attempting. Checked frequently on my pain level and made sure I understood what we were hoping to achieve with my treatment.

February 7, 2024

Very thorough in his approach and “doable” recommendations to improve strength and eliminate pain.

January 4, 2024

Seemed like a very good analysis of what I need to do to improve my walking ability. I was greatly encouraged by my experience with him.

December 13, 2023

Ryan is an excellent therapist. I have been seeing him for almost 2 years from my shoulder surgeries. He is the best at what he does. Taking the time and care to help each person through their pain. I will continue to refer anyone I know that needs care to him and the McFarland West staff!

November 13, 2023

Took the time to examine & do various tests trying to find out where my pain is coming from exactly. Explained everything to me as well.

November 9, 2023

Ryan is very thorough in his explanations and examinations. I trust his advice, it has worked in the past, and I will continue to request him for any future physical therapy.

October 31, 2023

Ryan is amazing. He takes the time to listen, ask questions and get to know his patients. The ways he has helped me in my recovery from shoulder surgery are too many to list. I could not ask for a better partner in my recovery journey. I would not be where I am today without him and his patience and expertise. I would recommend him over and over and if I ever need PT again, I will not see anyone else.

October 4, 2023

Ryan provides quality physical therapy. He is very personable and motivating. He has been great at explaining the why behind different movements and strength building activities during my rehab.

September 12, 2023

He generally cares about your progress

July 31, 2023

About

Medical Interests

ACL injury prevention and rehabilitation
Overhead athlete rehabilitation
Hip surgical rehabilitation
Hip/Knee/Shoulder replacement rehabilitation

Joined McFarland Clinic

July 2012

Languages Spoken

English

Education & Professional Certification

Certifications

Certified Manual Therapist

Education

Des Moines University - Doctor of Physical Therapy, May 2012

Professional Societies

American Physical Therapy Association
Iowa Physical Therapy Association
American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy

Professional & Personal Interests

Hobbies and Personal Interests

Enjoy going to Iowa State Football games with wife and 2 kids.