Meet The Staff

Dr. Burtenshaw is the founder of Pioneer Sports & Pain Center.  He is from Southern Utah where he enjoyed an active lifestyle. He received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. While there he had the opportunity to work under Dr. Dave Juehring, DC, DACRB, CSCS who was a member of the 1994 and 1998 US Olympic Bobsled teams and a coach and team leader for the U.S. Olympic Bobsled team in the 2002 Olympics in Salt Lake City, Utah.  Dr. Juehring is also the resident director of the Palmer Clinics Chiropractic Rehabilitation and Sports Injury Department where Dr. Burtenshaw received further training in rehabilitation during a one year internship.  Read More...

Dr. Elliott grew up in Idaho Falls, Idaho enjoying good family, friends, sports and his community. Life experiences and opportunities led him to seek out a health care profession where he could be surrounded by those things mentioned above. He and his wife are excited to be in and raise their baby daughter in the treasure valley, an area they've been looking forward to live in for years. Read More...

Cara received her undergraduate degree in Applied Health and Science in her hometown in MT and then pursued graduate work at Pacific University in Oregon where she earned both her Master's and Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy.

Meet Ashley Hall, a passionate, certified Family Nurse Practitioner with deep roots in Idaho. Born and raised in this beautiful state, Ashley has always been committed to serving her community. She embarked on her journey in healthcare by earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Idaho State University in 2010, laying a strong foundation for her career. As a registered nurse, Ashley worked in the emergency department, pediatric primary care, and urgent care. Driven by her dedication to providing comprehensive care, Ashely pursued further education and obtained her Master's of Nursing from Maryville University in 2023. Equipped with advanced knowledge and skills, she is committed to delivering the highest quality healthcare to her patients. Ashley has a keen interest in regenerative medicine, recognizing its potential to transform lives by prompting healing and restoring function. Additionally, she is deeply invested in functional and lifestyle medicine, understanding the profound impact of lifestyle choices on health and well-being. Beyond her professional endeavors, Ashley finds joy in spending time with her two daughters, trying new restaurants, and exploring the great outdoors through hiking and camping adventures. She also indulges in the finer things in life, such as wine tasting and traveling, enriching her experiences and perspectives. With her compassionate approach to care and diverse interests, Ashley is dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of her patients, empowering them to lead healthier and happier lives.