Anya Polehna graduated from Iowa State University in 2006 with a Bachelor’s of Science in psychology. She then attended the University of Iowa and graduated in 2008 with a doctoral degree in physical therapy.

She started her career working at St. Luke’s Hospital in various units from orthopedic to intensive care and inpatient rehabilitation. Since then she has transitioned her focus to outpatient based physical therapy. She has been working in an outpatient clinic setting since 2011, specializing in women’s health since 2013. She has furthered her education enrolling in specialized courses through the Herman and Wallace Institute to expand her knowledge on pelvic health evaluation and treatment. Her treatment philosophy involves embracing a whole body approach to address various conditions. She integrates the use of manual techniques, activity modification, and exercise to help patients reach their individual goals.

In her free time she loves spending time with her husband and two children. She also enjoys spending time outside, running, biking, gardening, and reading.