Dr. Jill Hermen is a Doctor of Chiropractic with a diverse background in athletics, rehabilitation, and patient-centered care. Born in South Korea and adopted at the age of two, she was raised in Fargo, North Dakota, where she completed her primary and secondary education and attended North Dakota State University. She later moved to Bloomington, Minnesota, to pursue her Doctor of Chiropractic degree at Northwestern College of Chiropractic, graduating in 1997.

Dr. Hermen has a lifelong passion for movement and athletics. She was actively involved in soccer, volleyball, and cheerleading before discovering Tae Kwon Do at age 16. Her dedication to the sport led her from early success in forms competition to elite-level sparring. At age 25, she earned a place on the U.S. National Taekwondo Team and represented the United States at the World Championships in St. Petersburg, Russia, where she won a bronze medal in sparring.

In addition to her competitive achievements, Dr. Hermen has worked as a personal fitness trainer and aerobics instructor, helping individuals build strength, balance, and overall wellness. Today, she continues to pursue an active lifestyle, enjoying hot yoga, cycling, hiking, and kite surfing.

Dr. Hermen has practiced chiropractic care in California and Minnesota for nearly three decades. In February 2026, she relocated to Hood River, Oregon, where she is excited to serve her new community.

Her approach to care is deeply informed by both professional expertise and personal experience. Having sustained multiple injuries from car accidents and sports, Dr. Hermen understands firsthand the importance of comprehensive, compassionate treatment. She tailors her care to meet each patient’s needs, incorporating manual muscle therapy, massage, therapeutic ultrasound, electrical stimulation (with heat or ice), and MLS Class IV laser therapy. These therapies are designed to relax and prepare the body for chiropractic adjustments, promoting optimal healing and function.

Dr. Hermen is particularly passionate about working with athletes and individuals recovering from car accidents and sports injuries. She is committed to helping her patients move freely, recover fully, and thrive in their daily lives.