Meet Dr. Chris
The journey that led me to chiropractic…
Dr. Chris was inspired to become a chiropractor after years of watching his mom suffer with migraine headaches. She would have to stay in a dark room for hours to days at a time and the household of 4 rowdy boys would have to try to “be quiet”. After exhausting efforts with medical care, she decided to see a chiropractor. Finally, she got relief from her headaches and the change was fantastic. He was so impressed from the results chiropractic care gave her and wanted to be able to help other people in the way his mom received help.
Chiropractic Education and Training
Dr. Chris attended Iowa State University for undergraduate studies, and went on to receive his Bachelor of Science and D.C. (Doctor of Chiropractic) degrees from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. Palmer is the fountainhead of Chiropractic and was established in 1897.
While at Palmer, Dr. Chris participated in a clinic abroad program where he provided humanitarian chiropractic care and service to the people of Manaus, Brazil. He has completed extra elective coursework in Activator Method, Pettibon and extremity adjusting techniques. Dr. Chris sees many people with extremity complaints and gets great results.
Since moving to Watertown in 2002, Dr. Chris has served the community through several organizations including:
- The Optimist Club
- Business Network International, Chapter President
- Boy Scouts of America, Cubmaster for 11 years
- Cubmaster of the Year in 2011 & 2013
- Cub Scout Family of the Year 2016
- Cub Scout Spirit Award 2018
- Asst. Cubmaster of the Year 2019
- Hosted two international students through the 4H and IFYE exchange programs
- South Dakota Chiropractor’s Association Board Member
Family Life
Dr. Chris and his wife, Kim, are originally from Iowa. They had visited Watertown regularly and loved the community. They moved to Watertown in November of 2002. They have four wonderful boys, Devin, Ethan, Aidan & Rylan.
When not at Oien Family Chiropractic Clinic, you can find Dr. Chris spending time with his family, woodworking, taking photographs, golfing and traveling.
Dr. Chris loves caring for his patients and is eager to meet new ones. Contact us today to book an appointment!