About Us

Alexandra Jansen, DNP, ARNP, US Army combat veteran and provider specializing in asthma, eczema, and allergic conditions at Monarch Medical

Alexandra
Jansen
ARNP

Alexandra earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Iowa in 2015. As a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Army Reserve and an Operation Iraqi Freedom veteran, she combines military discipline with clinical excellence. Her broad experience in emergency medicine, internal medicine, and allergy, asthma, and immunology informs her evidence-based, patient-centered approach to care. Nationally certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and a certified life coach, Alexandra integrates both medical expertise and holistic strategies to support the health and wellness of patients across the lifespan.

Monarch Medical urgent care and specialty clinic
Laura Jetter, a nurse practitioner providing specialized urgent care for allergies, asthma, and eczema in Cumming, Norwalk, and Des Moines, Iowa.

Laura
Jetter
ARNP

Laura Jetter is a board-certified family nurse practitioner with a strong clinical background and a reputation for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Grand View University in 2014 and completed her Master of Science in Nursing at Chamberlain College of Nursing in 2017, graduating with honors. Since becoming a nurse practitioner, Laura has specialized in allergy, asthma, and immunology, where she is known for her attentive, evidence-based approach. She works closely with patients of all ages to create individualized treatment plans that align with their health goals. Laura is nationally certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, and is recognized by peers and patients alike as a true example of what it means to be a quality care provider—bringing compassion, clinical expertise, and integrity to every interaction.

Caring pediatric urgent care for kids and families at Monarch Medical

The Purpose Behind Our Work

At Monarch Medical, we see health as a journey of transformation, just like the incredible life cycle of the monarch butterfly. As two moms and nurse practitioners, we founded this clinic after bonding with our children through the “Save the Monarch” initiative, nurturing caterpillars into butterflies. That experience inspired our mission: to guide patients through their own transformation, from discomfort to relief, from chronic symptoms to lasting wellness.
 
With one of our founders proudly serving as a U.S. military veteran, and both deeply committed to compassionate, evidence-based care, we believe in delivering what’s rare in healthcare: time, attention, and truly personalized treatment. Like the monarch, quality care is rare—and that’s exactly what we offer.

Veteran owned

Expertly Trained

Holistic Approach

Patient Centered

Our Mission

To provide the type of compassionate, thorough care that we would want for members of our own family by offering innovative treatments, education and support in a comfortable and respectful environment.

 

Our Vision

To instill balance, hope and kindness in the lives of our patients and our community by improving access to high quality, personalized healthcare and education.

 

The Monarch Experience

Rated 5 out of 5
“They are truly the best of the best. What a difference it is, to have someone completely listen and give you that one on one heartfelt care...”
-J.H.
Rated 5 out of 5
"I highly recommend these two healthcare providers! There are not many places that give me a sense of wellbeing, but this is one of them."
-J.T.
Rated 5 out of 5
“Alexandra and Laura are knowledgeable, kind and caring. All of our questions and concerns were addressed to give us the peace of mind we needed, and we trust in them to keep our family well."
-L.L

 

 

Address: 7986 S Orilla Rd, Cumming, IA 50061

 

Phone: 515-200-2124

 

Fax: 800-893-9352