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Our dedicated allergy nurse can get you in and out for an allergy shot appointment through our student allergy clinic.
Jim Nespor, PT, ATC

“I really enjoy being able to work in the college setting and with college-aged students. My favorite thing about working in Ames and at Iowa State University is the people and patients I get to work with every day.”
Jim Nespor, PT, ATC, grew up in Fairbury, Nebraska, just southwest of Lincoln. Jim was drawn to Thielen Student Health Center by the thought of helping healthy, motivated students return to a variety of everyday activities including work and intramural sports.
Jim came to Iowa State after holding a similar position at Purdue University. His expertise and familiarity with students shows in his approach to student health. He strives to give each patient a physical therapy program tailored specific to them and their injury so they recover as quickly and fully as possible.
Jim and his wife live in Ames with their son and daughter. In his spare time you can find Jim watching Cyclone sports, working out or riding his bike. He especially likes to tinker with cars.
Specialty
Physical Therapy
Areas of Expertise
Orthopedics, Sports injuries, Post-surgery rehab, Graston Certification, Dry Needling Certification
Education
University of Nebraska, Lincoln, NE
BS Athletic Training
University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
MS Athletic Training
University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM
MS Physical Therapy
Credentials
Physical Therapy/Athletic Trainer
Internships
Kansas City Chiefs Athletic Trainer
Olympics (1996) – Boxing Venue Physical Therapist
United States Olympic Committee
US Anti Doping Agency- Drug Tester
Personal Interests
Exercise
Cycling
Car restoration