Jordan Smith

DPT

Jordan Smith is originally from Manchester, Iowa and currently lives in Charles City, Iowa. Jordan studied  Kinesiology and Health and received his undergraduate degree from Iowa State University in 2016. From there, he received his Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Iowa in 2018. Jordan enjoys spending time with his wife, Laurie and friends, preferably outside or at a local brewery. Jordan serves as a  volunteer wrestling coach at the high school level and helps run the Charles City Mat Club. Doing so has allowed him to get to know the families of the community, which he highly enjoys.  

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Jared Lichman

DPT, ATC

Jared Lichman was raised in Mason City, Iowa where he currently resides. He attended Central College where he graduated with a degree in Athletic Training in 2018. Most recently he attended the University of Iowa where he earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2020. In his free time, Jared loves to stay active, cheer on the Hawkeyes, and spend time with family and friends. 

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Natalie Hable

DPT

Natalie grew up in Omaha, NE and currently resides in New Hampton, Iowa. She obtained her Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science in 2019 from Saint Louis University where she then received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2021. In her spare time, she loves game nights, pickleball and spending time on the water wakeboarding, wake surfing, tubing, or kayaking.

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Kurt Walderbach

PT, SCS, ATC

Kurt Walderbach was born and raised in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In 1978 he moved to Mason City, Iowa where he has lived and has been an active member of the community in several ways. Kurt began his education at North Iowa Area Community College and went on to obtain his undergraduate degree in general science from the University of Iowa. He then attended and graduated from the University of Iowa with a master’s degree in physical therapy in 1986. Kurt has been involved in the profession and has been an officer at the state and national level and has also served on the state board. He has also been a  certified sports specialist by the APTA since 1992.  

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Garrett Olson

DPT

Garrett grew up in Northwood, Iowa and currently resides in Mason City. He studied Kinesiology and Health at Iowa State University, graduation in 2017. From there he spend the next three years at University of Iowa obtaining in Doctorate in Physical Therapy. In his free time, Garrett enjoys keeping up with the latest moves and television shows, exercising, and supporting local restaurants, coffee shops, and breweries.   Why did you become a PT? "I am a movement enthusiast, enjoy helping others, and wanted to dedicate myself toward improving people's pain and function. Being a physical therapist gives me a chance to combine these aspirations and have fun while doing it."

Lynzy Lentz

DPT, ATC

Lynzy grew up in Rock Falls and Nora Springs, Iowa and currently resides in Huxley, Iowa. She is a graduate from Iowa State University with a BS in Kinesiology and Athletic Training. She achieved her Doctorate of Physical Therapy at Des Moines University in 2018. Lynzy prioritizes patient focused, individualized care that challenges her patients and builds on achieving their goals. She has spent her career working with patients ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics with extensive experience in post-surgical rehabilitation and sports injuries. As an athlete herself, Lynzy is passionate about helping athletes of all ages reach their full potential through both recovery and preventative measures. She brings a fresh perspective to exercise and rehabilitation and is excited to share it with her patients. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her two children and husband, doing CrossFit and traveling. With a love for being outside, spending time with her family on their acreage is also a favorite past time. She is most looking forward to working with and helping members of her Huxley community and surrounding areas.   Why did you become a PT? "I decided to become a PT after years of attending my father's prosthetist appointments and growing up learning to problem solve with my father to maximize his movement, efficiency with daily tasks and reducing pain. I was an athlete myself and always interested in human movement, anatomy and physiology. I love health and wellness, and overall enjoy being able to help people improve their function by reducing their pain, improving strength and making habits that improve their quality of life."

Nils Berggren

PTA

Nils Berggren grew up and currently resides in Mason City, Iowa. Nils completed his education at  Kirkwood Community College where he received his degree in Physical Therapist Assistant in 2015. He is also Y-Balance Test Certified through FMS. Outside of work, Nils enjoys watching all sports and participates in both adult hockey and football. He also enjoys camping, fishing, hiking, traveling and spending time with his wife, Katrina, and two dogs, Ellie and Cooper.  

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Amy Coenen

PTA

Amy Coenen is from Omaha, Nebraska and currently lives in Charles City, Iowa. Amy began her education at Iowa State University where she graduated in 2017 with a degree in Exercise Science. She then attended Clarkson College in Omaha where she obtained her degree in Physical Therapist Assistant in 2018. Amy enjoys staying active outdoors and spending time with family and friends. As a new resident of Charles City, she is looking forward to future community involvement.  

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Sean Parris

PTA

Sean grew up in West Des Moines and currently resides in Cedar Falls, Iowa. He attended Hawkeye Community College and obtained an Associates of Applied Science degree in Physical Therapy Assistant in 2020 and is currently working on his certification for personal training. Sean enjoys spending time outside with his girlfriend and their dog. He also enjoys watching sports and staying active by running and exercising.

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Hannah Staudt

Practice Manager

Hannah grew up in Catlin, Illinois and currently resides in Charles City. She received her Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management from Illinois State University. In her free time, she likes to spend time with her husband, Adam and dog Oliver. She enjoys spending time outside on the farm with the animals or in the garden.

Abbie Wiggins

Front Office Coordinator

Abbie grew up on an acreage south of Mason City and still lives around the Mason City area. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her kids, family and friends. She loves outside activities like gardening and also cooking.

Patsy Luker

Front Office Coordinator

Patsy grew up in Charles City, Iowa and currently lives in Clear Lake. She graduated from Charles City High School and went on the receive a clerical degree from NIACC. Patsy enjoys spending time with her husband, Todd, reading, and playing with her to dogs Sully and Tessa.