About Us
DR. JANYNE AKER
Dr. JaNyne Aker graduated with her chiropractic degree from Northwestern College of Chiropractic in 1998. Prior to studying at chiropractic school, she obtained an associate degree at North Dakota State College of Science. Dr. Aker established Aker Chiropractic in 2001.
She discovered the benefits of chiropractic care at an early age dealing with sports injuries and other health issues. Her passion for chiropractic developed through all these experiences. She knew that she wanted to help others experience these benefits as well.
Dr. Aker lives in West Fargo and is married to her husband Kevin. They have three children, Austin, Alex, and Karli. She enjoys being with her family, gardening, scrapbooking, and golfing.
DR. HEIDI WESTERN
Dr. Heidi Western graduated with her chiropractic degree from Northwestern Health Sciences University in 2012. Prior to obtaining her chiropractic degree, she obtained her bachelor's degree from North Dakota State University in 2009. Dr. Heidi joined Aker Chiropractic in 2013 after interning at the practice. Dr. Heidi has a passion for treating children and pregnant women and did further training through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. She is also certified in the Webster Technique for treating pregnant women.
Dr. Heidi lives in Fargo with her husband Matt and 2 daughters, Sophie and Ellie. She likes to golf with her husband and go on walks to parks with her girls. She enjoys running and staying fit in her free time as well. She tries to be very conscious of the foods she puts into her body to maintain her health and enjoys growing her own vegetable garden.
MARY VOLK
Mary is our Office Specialist. She draws on her experiences of being a stay-at-home mom of 4 as well as working in classroom and office settings to keep our office running smoothly. One of her favorite parts of her job is patient interaction and trying to put a smile on everyone’s face even when they are in pain. She joined Aker Chiropractic in 2008.
Mary lives in Moorhead with her husband David. She enjoys spending time with family, baking, working in her flower gardens, playing cards/games, putting puzzles together, but most recently is enjoying life as a grandparent!