Kierstn Stolhandske, DC
Dr. Kierstn Stolhandske is Taproot's Lead Clinician. She grew up as a multi-sport athlete where she relied on Doctors of Chiropractic to keep her injury-free and ready for her next event. After working in the fitness industry, coaching, and in child development she knew that she needed to do more for her community. She found her calling after holding her infant nephew as he was being adjusted for the first time. Feeling the relaxation and relief in his body after a gentle adjustment, she knew chiropractic aligned with her desire to help others.
Dr. Kierstn graduated from Texas Chiropractic College with her Doctorate and the desire to move back and serve her hometown of Bulverde. Being a Bracken Christian School Alumni, Dr. Kierstn is familiar with the rugged nature of the hill country lifestyle. Dr. Kierstn is Webster Technique, Dry Needling, and Bioenergetic Testing Certified. She is also educated in many soft tissue techniques including, myofacial decompression (cupping), and functional taping. She is a member of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association.
In her free time Dr. Kierstn enjoys rearranging her house, playing volleyball, hiking, road trips, and is always accompanied on her adventures by her fiancé, daughter, son, and their Mini Aussie.
Hannah Cork, DC
Dr. Hannah Cork is an Associate Chiropractor at Taproot and is originally from the UK. It was while working as front desk staff for a chiropractor in a multidisciplinary clinic that her passion for holistic healthcare was ignited. She was inspired and encouraged by the lead clinician to go and train as a chiropractor herself. This lead to a 10 year working relationship in which they served their local community together as friends and colleagues.
Dr. Hannah graduated from the McTimoney College of Chiropractic in Oxfordshire, UK and practiced in wellness clinics in the English countryside on the edge of the Cotswolds. She is knowledgeable in functional taping, laser therapy and soft tissue techniques. Dr. Hannah is also certified in Epley Maneuver used for dizziness and vertigo and Dry Needling.
Dr. Hannah enjoys seeing all types of patients, but her passion lies in helping those with hypermobility and connective tissue disorders. Her primary method of adjusting is the McTimoney technique, a gentle whole body approach popular with all types of patients but especially lending itself to those who may be a little more sensitive. She has taken part in the EDS ECHO programs for both adults and pediatrics.
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Dr. Hannah is currently the only licensed McTimoney chiropractor in the US.
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In her free time Dr. Hannah enjoys road trips and spending quality time with her Texan husband and their three cats. After living together in the UK for many years, they made the huge decision to relocate to San Antonio in early 2024 and are now busy building their lives here, enjoying all the wonderful things Texas has to offer.
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Currently, Dr. Hannah is only in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
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Nesemio Santiago, D.C.
Dr. Nesemio Santiago, known to his patients as Dr. Ness, is an Associate Chiropractor at Taproot. His path to chiropractic began with his love for long-distance cycling and an active lifestyle. Years of road biking and workouts brought both joy and physical strain, and after a serious motor vehicle accident left him with herniated discs in his neck and lower back, he turned to chiropractic care. The care he received not only restored his mobility but also allowed him to keep doing the things he loved, inspiring him to dedicate his career to helping others find the same healing and resilience.
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Dr. Ness earned his Bachelor of Science in Human Biology and Doctorate of Chiropractic from Life University. He also studied nursing at Gwinnett Technical College and pursued training in teaching and technical education for high school students through Alamo Colleges. Committed to lifelong learning, he continues to expand his knowledge through advanced continuing education.
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Dr. Ness is experienced in a wide variety of techniques including full-spine adjustments, Thompson Drop Technique, Graston Technique, soft tissue therapy, Arthrostim, and Dry Needling. Dr. Ness enjoys caring for patients of all ages, from children to seniors, and has a special passion for helping athletes and active individuals recover, restore mobility, and stay strong for the long term.
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In his free time, Dr. Ness enjoys biking, hiking, and outdoor adventures with his family. He maintains a consistent fitness routine and loves to travel internationally, exploring new places and cultures whenever he can.
Angie Becerra, DC
Dr. Angie Becerra is Taproot's Founder and Clinic Director. She felt a calling to become a chiropractor after being faced with a number of health problems in her early twenties. She was frustrated with the allopathic medical system not having the answers she needed so she turned to a Doctor of Chiropractic. Through vitalistic chiropractic care she was able to get off all her medications and live a normal, active, healthy lifestyle.
Dr. Angie graduated with her doctorate from Parker University where she focused her studies to best serve families and athletes. She also holds bachelor degrees in Anatomy and Physiology and Health and Wellness. She is a member of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association and is Webster Technique, Dry Needling, and Bioenergetic Testing Certified. Dr. Angie is knowledgeable in soft tissue techniques, dry needling, cupping, and functional taping that are beneficial to athletes (both young and young at heart), pregnant women, and people with repetitive stress injuries. She is licensed in both Texas and Colorado.
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Dr. Angie is currently retired from practice due to a shoulder injury. She still spends most of her time running Taproot, training doctors, implementing new wellness services to the practice. Dr. Angie also coaches other wellness-based practices through Heart and Hustle Business Coaching.
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In her free time, Dr. Angie enjoys running, working out, fishing, kayaking, and watching sports with her family.
Our Team
Around the office you'll get to know these smiling faces!​​
​​​Keith Freeman is Taproot's Operations and Marketing Assistant.
Keith supports daily operations and marketing at Taproot, helping ensure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. He brings 20+ years of experience in leadership, customer service, and team coordination, along with a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Maine.
Outside the clinic, Keith enjoys life with his wife and kids, staying active in the community, and finding new ways to support Taproot’s mission.
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Jasmine, Josie, and Haedyn are Taproot's Patient Care Advocates.
Our Care Advocates not only answer phones and schedule, they are also well trained in active rehab, passive rehab, decompression, laser, Bioenergetics Testing, and posture brace fittings. They will occasionally represent us at community events.
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Jeff, is our Managing Partner. He helps Dr. Angie run and manage the business. He also steps in when we need help with anything building repair, business, or community related.​ Audie, Dr. Angie and Jeff's daughter, is our intern/CA in training. She will gladly schedule you, sanitize tables, or chat with you about puppies/swim/school. Since she is young and is still learning the ins-and-outs of her position and has a very limited role in rehab.
​Occasionally you'll see our husbands around the office. Sometimes they're in for their own care, but many times they're helping us fix things we've broken!​
