It matters WHO you get your care from.
It can make all the DIFFERENCE in the world.
We believe nothing is impossible!
Mike Uhrlaub, PT, Director, CEO
Mike believes, “In life its not how hard you can hit, but how much you can get hit and keep moving forward.” Mike is the founder of Flex Physical Therapy which was opened in February 2006.
He graduated from University Nebraska Medical Center with a physical therapy degree in 1997. Mike earned the US Army Commendation Medal for service as a Calvary medic during the Battle of 73 Easting in Operation Desert Storm. Mike is a former USA power lifting judge and competitive power lifter. Mike was nationally ranked in the top 25 in 1997 and 1998 (275 and 308 pound weight class).
The patients and staff both make working for Flex Therapy enjoyable. His can do, nothing is impossible approach is what has gotten Mike this far in life and what patients love most about him. Mike enjoys bringing out the best in his patients.
Outside of work Mike enjoys spending time with his wife, Shawna, and kids Kaia and Garrett. He enjoys working out and spending time outside fishing, hiking, skiing and watching football.
Paige Lager, DPT
Paige started with Flex Physical Therapy in May of 2017 as a tech. Helping the other therapists in the clinic and learning the ropes at Flex. She got to know everyone and really enjoyed the atmosphere and how well everyone worked so well together. So when she passed her boards in July 2017, it made it very easy to accept the Physical Therapist position when it was offered.
Paige was born and raised in Mo. Valley, where she played softball since she was 5 years old. Paige started pitching lessons when she was 7 years old and continued to pitch through her college years. Paige went to Dana College in Blair until it closed and transferred to Mount Mercy in Cedar Rapids. She received her physical therapy degree from University of St. Mary in Leavenworth, Kansas in May of 2017.
The reason Paige wanted to be a PT was because of the care she received after my 4 knee surgeries. Paige saw how they helped people get back to doing fun things and they see you go from being hurt to being mobile again! She wanted to be that person that helped someone go from hurt to feeling awesome!
Paige’s hobbies outside of work include camping with my family (total of 76) in Okoboji, listening to classic rock, binge watching any James Bond movie or That 70’s show. She looks forward to meeting you and helping you move forward each day.
Brennan McNitt, PT
Brennan started with Flex in May of 2018. He has been a life long athlete and enjoys playing soccer competitively during his free time. His goal as a physical therapist is to make sure his patients enhance their movement to promote a healthy and active lifestyle. While therapy can be difficult on some days Brennan believes that his humor can help patients find the best reward, of being able to move better at the end of each session.
Brennan’s words to live by “Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are. ” – John Wooden
Paul Hoppman, DPT
Paul started with Flex in September of 2020 as a Physical Therapist at the Maple Creek clinic. Paul enjoys getting people back to doing what they love to do and providing them the tools and knowledge along the way to continue improving their quality of life even after completing therapy.
Prior to starting PT school Paul worked as a personal trainer and health coach working with all ages. He also spent some time as a therapy tech which solidified his decision of becoming a PT.
Paul received a B.S and M.S in Exercise Science from the University of South Alabama. He graduated from UNMC in 2020 with his DPT. Paul is also certified through the NSCA as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.
Outside of work Paul enjoys spending time with his family. He also enjoys working out, playing disc golf, and wood working when he gets the chance.
Monica Thompson, PTA
Monica started with Flex in February of 2019 as a Physical Therapist Assistant. She enjoys collaborating with her co-workers in caring for our patients to help them feel better, get stronger, move better, and reach their goals.
Monica received her Associates of Applied Science as a Physical Therapist Assistant from riverside College of Health Careers in Virginia. She has worked as a PTA in outpatient and skilled nursing settings. Monica also worked as a group exercise instructor and wellness coach for several years.
Outside of work Monica enjoys hanging out with her family, watching sports and reality TV, as well as reading and working out. Her favorite quote is “Never give up and take one day at a time.”
Maysen Lake, PTA
Maysen started with Flex in November of 2019 as a Physical Therapist Assistant. She works primarily as a Physical Therapist Assistant but also helps with teching and the front desk at our Council Bluffs clinics. She loves knowing that she is making a difference in someone's life whether it is to go back to playing sports or to hold their grandchild without pain again.
Maysen received her Associates in Science of Physical Therapist Assistant from Nebraska Methodist College. She has worked a variety of jobs throughout college including clinical rotations in an outpatient clinic, hospital rotations, and aquatic therapy.
Outside of work Maysen enjoys hanging out with her husband and going fly fishing, hiking, taking trips, and playing board games at home. Her favorite quote is “If more of us valued food and cheer and song above hoarded gold, it would be a merrier world." - J.R.R. Tolkien
Angela Duggan, Office Manager & LPN
Angela started with Flex in October 2018. She is the Office Manager at the Maple Creek Clinic in Omaha, NE. Angela enjoys helping our patients to become stronger, conquer pain, and recover from an injury. Simply put, she enjoys seeing our patients feel better!!
Angela was born and raised right here in Omaha, NE. She graduated from Westside High School, Class of 1996. She obtained her Nursing Assistant Certification from Clarkson College in 2003 and LPN from College of Saint Mary in 2010.
Angela’s career in healthcare began in 2003, where she had the great privilege to work in Hospice for 7 amazing years! During her time there, she went back to school for nursing and was able to work directly with the patients and also in the office with insurance companies to ensure her patients got the best care available. It was during this time that she realized she enjoyed both aspects and wanted a position that allowed her to provide a well-rounded experience for patients. This is what led her to Flex Physical Therapy, and I get to do just that!
Outside of work she enjoys cooking, baking, and any activity that allows her to spend time with her family & friends.
Favorite Quote: "Family is not an Important thing, it is Everything!" - Michael J. Fox
Jodi Herr, Office Manager
Jodi started with Flex in 2018. She is the Office Manager of the Valley View and Broadway clinics in Council Bluffs. Her favorite thing about working at Flex is working with the staff and meeting all the new people that come through our doors.
Jodi has worked in healthcare in some capacity for the last 14+ years.
Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her husband and 2 kids. They enjoy going to the pool, the zoo, and running around the neighborhood. They are very involved in sports. Jodi also loves to read.
Favorite Quote: "Adapt and Overcome"
Jennie Lippert, Lead Receptionist
Jennie started with Flex in August of 2020 as the Lead Receptionist at the Valley View clinic in Council Bluffs. Jennie’s favorite thing about working at Flex is she loves the people and the fast-paced environment, there's always something to do. Everyone from the patients to the staff are so friendly and fun to work with.
Outside of work Jennie loves to hang out with her family. They like to go hiking, kick around a soccer ball, toss the football, watch movies, and play games. Jennie also likes to read.
Favorite Quote: "Happiness can be found in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light."-Albus Dumbledore
Erina Garcia,
Marketing & Administrative Assistant
Erina started with Flex in January of 2020 as the Marketing and Administrative Assistant. She enjoys the small company atmosphere, the staff, and the variety of work she is able to do.
Erina has her Bachelors in Marketing Management and a Masters in Marketing with a concentration in Project Management. She has experience working in Account Management and Compliance but really enjoys working with smaller companies.
Outside of work she enjoys spending time with friends and family, wood working, music, and working out with her wife.
Favorite Quote: Everyone is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid. – Albert Einstein
