Flourish Medical + Wellness

Jackie is the founder and owner of Flourish Medical + Wellness and is a board-certified family nurse practitioner with over 15 years of experience in medicine. She graduated with honors from the University of Nebraska Medical center and completed her internship at a rural clinic in David City, Nebraska. With a family practice background, Jackie has experience in treating most medical conditions from sinus infections to autoimmune disorders. However, her special interests include wellness, preventative medicine, women’s and men’s health, hormone therapy, and mental health.

Tad is a board-certified physician assistant with over 14 years of experience in medicine. He graduated from the University of Nebraska Medical Center in 2010 with highest honors. Since graduating, Tad has worked in general orthopedics with his scope of practice including orthopedic pediatric care, orthopedic urgent care, clinical medicine, trauma care, inpatient care, medical expert consultation, and surgery. Tad also has special interests in men’s and women’s health, wellness and healthy living, healthy aging, sports and athletic performance, strength training, nutrition, and hormone therapy.

Morgan is a board-certified physician assistant with three years of experience in acute care and outpatient medicine. She graduated from Southern California University of Health Sciences and has since worked in the emergency department and urgent care. Over time, she has developed a deep passion for preventative and functional medicine, focusing on holistic approaches to health. Morgan’s special interests include metabolic health, autoimmune conditions, hormone health, overall wellness, and disease prevention. Outside of work, Morgan enjoys living an active lifestyle, whether that’s spending time outdoors walking her two dogs, playing volleyball and pickleball, or weight training. She’s also an avid plant enthusiast, tending to her large collection of houseplants.

Alexis is a board-certified physician assistant with over 15 years of experience in patient care. She spent much of her career helping individuals navigate chronic pain and now brings that same depth of compassion and dedication to foundational medicine. Alexis is passionate about treating the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—and believes that healing begins when patients feel seen, heard, and truly supported. Her clinical interests include hormone health, graceful aging, food as medicine, and the powerful role of movement and mindfulness in overall wellbeing. She loves working collaboratively with patients to uncover root causes and guide them toward lasting, meaningful change. Outside of the clinic, you’ll often find Alexis practicing yoga, exploring the outdoors, or enjoying nourishing meals with her family.

Patrice is a board-certified nurse practitioner in adult/geriatrics primary care. She has over ten year’s experience in medicine. Patrice graduated from St. Catherine University for her BSN and for her master’s in nursing. She’s spent the last ten years of her practice caring for elderly patients in various rehab facilities. Patrice’s interests in medicine are in preventative care, weight loss, sleep health, and hormone health. During her free time, she enjoys working out and spending time with her family. She has two little girls and a dog that keep her very busy!

Heather is a registered nurse with a varied background focused in adult critical and coronary care for most of her career. She was born and raised in Canada and received her BSN in Nursing from Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia. An opportunity arose through her husband’s work which would take their family to Minnesota. After years as a stay-at-home mom, Heather obtained her RN license to practice in Minnesota. She has most recently worked in the Prior Lake school district as a school nurse, but her passion is working with adults as they transition through midlife and all the changes that occur at that stage.

Laura is a registered nurse with an eagerness to continue to grow her knowledge of holistic health and wellness. She holds an ADN from Normandale Community College. Laura has been caring for patients in home healthcare and assisted living for over 12 years. ​During her free time, she enjoys working out, camping, spending time with her husband, three kids, and extended family and friends.

Michelle is a Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience. She holds an ADN from the Minneapolis College. Most of her career has been spent in pediatrics, the emergency room, and most recently Endocrinology. She is excited to learn and grow here at Flourish.

She has five kids that keep her busy doing “All the things, All the time”! If she does manage to find a free minute, she loves to travel!​

Amanda AAS (CMA), BS (HCM), graduated in 2004 from MN school of Health Sciences. When Amanda wasn’t working or going to school, she was a stay-at-home mom to her 4 children. Over the years she has enjoyed working in the medical field in a variety of specialties and will continue her education in nursing management. In Amanda’s spare time she loves spending time with family and friends. She also loves to go on adventures and enjoys everything outdoors: camping and traveling.

Michelle was born and raised in Bakersfield, California. She moved to Minnesota in the summer of 1997, and is a mom to three boys. With a health career spanning over two decades, Michelle has amassed a wealth of knowledge and experience in the wellness industry. Her professional journey has been marked by a steadfast commitment to helping others achieve optimal health and well-being. ​In her free time, Michelle finds joy in heading up north to go “glamping” with friends and family. She loves to cook, and enjoys watching movies.

Rachael has an associate degree in marketing, working most of her career in the merchandising and imports fields. Her love of children transitioned her career to working in the Shakopee school district at an elementary school for six years. Rachael’s interest in understanding how we can all age gracefully and feel good doing it, is what brought her to Flourish! In her free time, Rachael enjoys spending time with her family, watching her two girls play soccer, and spending time outdoors. She enjoys volunteering her time coaching recreational soccer for 1st graders and traveling for missionary work in Jamaica and Kenya. 

Jenna was born and raised in Minnesota and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Crown College. After school, she worked for many years at a local non-profit pregnancy center as an Office and Program Manager. She went on to gain experience in marketing and operations while working for a small business in the Twin Cities. Jenna is passionate about the holistic approach to health and wellness. In her free time, she enjoys being “auntie” to the kiddos in her life, swimming in the lake, hiking in the mountains, and traveling to see friends.

Karley discovered Flourish Medical + Wellness while researching root-cause healthcare options for her family and immediately connected with the clinic’s mission. She’s passionate about helping people live well, eat well, and feel their best—inside and out. With a background in Dietetics and experience in customer-focused retail, Karley brings both care and connection to her role as Patient Services Representative. She has a special interest in fueling healthy habits with local foods. Outside of work, she’s a wife and mom of three who loves travel, sunshine, and group fitness classes.

Janelle is a wife + mom who’s passionate about health + wellness. Her journey with Flourish began in May 2024 and has been transformative as she focused on healing her body from the inside out. She’s excited to be part of the Flourish team to help others on their wellness journey! Outside of work, family is everything to Janelle. She enjoys spending time outdoors and keeping busy with her son’s sports adventures. Janelle enjoys experimenting with healthy recipes inspired by one of her favorite chefs on social media. (If you ever need ideas for nutritious, delicious meals, feel free to ask Janelle when you see her.)