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Dr. Angie Monthei-Meylor, D.C.
Chiropractor
Dr. Angie Monthei-Meylor is the owner and founder of Complete Wellness Chiropractic. She grew up in Iowa and received her undergraduate degree in Biology at Simpson College. While growing up, Dr. Angie began getting daily headaches around the age of 13, her mom took her to their family chiropractor. After a couple of adjustments her headaches were gone! Dr. Angie pursued chiropractic with a passion to help people live their lives free from pain.
Dr. Angie graduated from Parker College of Chiropractic in Dallas, TX. She is a member of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA), Iowa Chiropractic Society, Pinnacle Chiropractic System, and is Zone Technique Mastermind Certified. She is continually learning and travels to different seminars, both technical and philosophical, to allow her to better serve her patients.
Dr. Angie loves to spend her extra time with her family that includes her husband, Rex, and her 3 kids, Lucy, Dorothy, and Monty. She loves to be outside with her animals, riding horses, and spending time with friends.
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Dr. Angie graduated from Parker College of Chiropractic in Dallas, TX. She is a member of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA), Iowa Chiropractic Society, Pinnacle Chiropractic System, and is Zone Technique Mastermind Certified. She is continually learning and travels to different seminars, both technical and philosophical, to allow her to better serve her patients.
Dr. Angie loves to spend her extra time with her family that includes her husband, Rex, and her 3 kids, Lucy, Dorothy, and Monty. She loves to be outside with her animals, riding horses, and spending time with friends.
Dr. Allison Carlson, D.C.
Chiropractor
Dr. Allison Carlson joined Complete Wellness Chiropractic in May of 2024. She is a seasoned chiropractor with almost 20 years of experience, dedicated to serving and empowering communities through holistic health practices. With a profound passion for wellness and a commitment to excellence, Dr. Allison has become a trusted figure in the field, known for her compassionate care and unwavering dedication to improving lives.
Beyond the clinic walls, Dr. Allison extends her expertise as an educator, sharing insights and knowledge with fellow practitioners. As a respected faculty member of the International Chiropractic Association (ICA), Dr. Allison teaches on topics ranging from sports injury prevention, functional neurology, concussion diagnosis and treatment, and pediatric chiropractic care. Her contributions not only shape the future of chiropractic medicine but also empower others to make informed decisions about their health and well-being.
Family lies at the heart of Dr. Allison’s life and values. She has been married to her husband, Jason, for 20 years. They have 4 wonderful children: Glenn, Molly, Isaac, and Frank. In her free time, Dr. Allison can be found coaching her daughter’s tournament softball team, cheering on her sons at soccer matches, or hiking the beautiful trails of Iowa.
Dr. Allison indulges in a diverse range of hobbies, from avid running, cycling and triathlons to the art of baking. These pursuits not only serve as outlets for her energy and creativity but also reflect her deep appreciation for the joys of life.
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Beyond the clinic walls, Dr. Allison extends her expertise as an educator, sharing insights and knowledge with fellow practitioners. As a respected faculty member of the International Chiropractic Association (ICA), Dr. Allison teaches on topics ranging from sports injury prevention, functional neurology, concussion diagnosis and treatment, and pediatric chiropractic care. Her contributions not only shape the future of chiropractic medicine but also empower others to make informed decisions about their health and well-being.
Family lies at the heart of Dr. Allison’s life and values. She has been married to her husband, Jason, for 20 years. They have 4 wonderful children: Glenn, Molly, Isaac, and Frank. In her free time, Dr. Allison can be found coaching her daughter’s tournament softball team, cheering on her sons at soccer matches, or hiking the beautiful trails of Iowa.
Dr. Allison indulges in a diverse range of hobbies, from avid running, cycling and triathlons to the art of baking. These pursuits not only serve as outlets for her energy and creativity but also reflect her deep appreciation for the joys of life.
Our Team
Christy
Office Manager & Chiropractic Assistant
Christy is the Office Manager and Chiropractic Assistant at Complete Wellness since 2020. She has actually known Dr. Angie since 2014, when they were both pregnant with their first babies. They became fast friends and, as luck would have it, their babies were born one day apart!
Before joining Complete Wellness, she earned her Masters of Science degree at the University of Iowa. She also holds a Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga Teacher certification and is Level 2 Reiki Certified.
Christy has always enjoyed learning about holistic healthcare and is excited to be part of your healing journey. She is here to help you with any of your billing and insurance questions along the way.
In her free time, Christy enjoyed being outdoors, reading, creating art, and watching movies with her husband, Dack, and her children, Nile, Maeven, and Luna.
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Before joining Complete Wellness, she earned her Masters of Science degree at the University of Iowa. She also holds a Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga Teacher certification and is Level 2 Reiki Certified.
Christy has always enjoyed learning about holistic healthcare and is excited to be part of your healing journey. She is here to help you with any of your billing and insurance questions along the way.
In her free time, Christy enjoyed being outdoors, reading, creating art, and watching movies with her husband, Dack, and her children, Nile, Maeven, and Luna.
Edwin
Chiropractic Assistant
Edwin is an amazing Chiropractic Assistant and helps manage Softwave care and treatment. You will also see Edwin working in the office on Fridays with Genesis Back & Neck, assisting patients on the spinal decompression machine.
Edwin grew up in Houston Texas as the middle child of his two sisters. He moved to Iowa in 2017 to attend Coe College where he studied kinesiology. In 2023, he moved to Des Moines to study Athletic training, but landed at Complete Wellness Chiropractic to change into the health field to fulfill his desire to help individuals better their health. He really enjoys the newest technology of the Softwave science and is amazed by the results he sees in patients, without any drugs or surgery!
In his free time Edwin enjoys staying active by spending his time playing sports, biking, going to the gym, or simply enjoying a leisurely walk in the park. He also enjoys working on cars and participating in competitive shooting.
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Edwin grew up in Houston Texas as the middle child of his two sisters. He moved to Iowa in 2017 to attend Coe College where he studied kinesiology. In 2023, he moved to Des Moines to study Athletic training, but landed at Complete Wellness Chiropractic to change into the health field to fulfill his desire to help individuals better their health. He really enjoys the newest technology of the Softwave science and is amazed by the results he sees in patients, without any drugs or surgery!
In his free time Edwin enjoys staying active by spending his time playing sports, biking, going to the gym, or simply enjoying a leisurely walk in the park. He also enjoys working on cars and participating in competitive shooting.
Lara
Chiropractic Assistant
Lara joined Complete Wellness Chiropractic in 2024 as a Chiropractic Assistant. Lara will greet you with a smile as soon as you walk through the door and is eager to help serve you. Lara and Dr. Angie actually went to high school together, and their paths crossed again when Lara moved to the Des Moines area in early 2024.
Lara graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in Agricultural Studies. After college, Lara trained and showed western pleasure horses all over the country. When Lara moved to the area, she was wanting to pursue a career that she loved and that would allow her to focus on her health. She is excited to be part of a team that creates the opportunity to help people improve their overall health and wellbeing through chiropractic care.
In her free time, Lara enjoys fishing and kayaking with her amazing husband, Paul, and teaching her weiner dogs tricks.
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Lara graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in Agricultural Studies. After college, Lara trained and showed western pleasure horses all over the country. When Lara moved to the area, she was wanting to pursue a career that she loved and that would allow her to focus on her health. She is excited to be part of a team that creates the opportunity to help people improve their overall health and wellbeing through chiropractic care.
In her free time, Lara enjoys fishing and kayaking with her amazing husband, Paul, and teaching her weiner dogs tricks.
Angela
Genesis Spinal Decompression Technician
Angela Quist is the heart and soul of Genesis Back & Neck, West Des Moines, as the Spinal Decompression Technician. And since Genesis shares a space with Complete Wellness Chiropractic, you will see her in her blue uniform around the office, lending a helping hand where she can.
Angela began her journey with Dr. Angie back in 2012 as a patient and then was a part of her Complete Wellness team in 2018. Since 2002, Angela has enjoyed her evolving journey towards better balance in all areas of health, wellness and fitness. As an ACE certified Group Fitness Instructor, she has taught a variety of modalities over the years, ranging from Aquatics to Zumba and many more in between! In 2021, she received her certification from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and created EYES with Angela to practice as a holistic health coach. As a Reiki practitioner, she enjoys sharing her gift of healing touch with anyone looking to expand energetically.
Angela and her husband Tom love spending time with their blended family of 5, traveling and enjoying nature. Her hobbies include reading, dancing and going axe throwing!
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Angela began her journey with Dr. Angie back in 2012 as a patient and then was a part of her Complete Wellness team in 2018. Since 2002, Angela has enjoyed her evolving journey towards better balance in all areas of health, wellness and fitness. As an ACE certified Group Fitness Instructor, she has taught a variety of modalities over the years, ranging from Aquatics to Zumba and many more in between! In 2021, she received her certification from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and created EYES with Angela to practice as a holistic health coach. As a Reiki practitioner, she enjoys sharing her gift of healing touch with anyone looking to expand energetically.
Angela and her husband Tom love spending time with their blended family of 5, traveling and enjoying nature. Her hobbies include reading, dancing and going axe throwing!
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