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Meet the Doctors

Dr. Ryan Fessel, D.C.

Dr. Ryan Fessel, D.C.

Doctor of Chiropractic

Dr. Fessel began his undergraduate education as a Kinesiology Major at Cal Poly. While there, he had the opportunity to do an internship with a chiropractor. Already having an interest in the chiropractic philosophy, his time interning in a practice pushed him to realize a greater passion, restoring health and wellness naturally, without the need for drugs or surgery.

This internship prompted Dr. Fessel to attend chiropractic college at Life West. While in school, he had the unique opportunity to attend three mission trips, twice in El Salvador and once in India. On the trips, he'd see hundreds of patients each day and was amazed at the progress just one adjustment could bring.

Dr. Fessel is thrilled to have recently acquired Fessel Chiropractic in Santa Maria and looks forward to getting to know more people in the community while helping them achieve their goals in health and wellness.

Locating and Resolving Subluxation

Dr. Fessel believes in providing focused chiropractic care that gets to the root cause of your problem. During care with him, he'll carefully find any subluxations in your body, also known as spinal bones that aren't in proper alignment. When your spine is positioned optimally, you'll be able to live better.

Outside of the Practice

When Dr. Fessel isn't in the practice, he enjoys spending time outdoors, especially at the beach with his dog.

Dr. Daniel Murphy, D.C.

Dr. Daniel Murphy, D.C.

Doctor of Chiropractic

Dr. Murphy has been practicing chiropractic for over 17 years in Santa Maria. He specializes in the treatment of whiplash injuries, lifting injuries, headaches, neck and back pain. He also has helped many people with arm, shoulder, hand, hip, knee, leg, and foot pain.

Dr. Murphy graduated from the well known Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport Iowa. Prior to that he received his undergraduate studies at the Univerisity of Wisconsin. He also received his degree in Respiratory Therapy, were he worked at the Univ. Hospitals and Clinics in Madison WI.

Dr. Murphy lives in Santa Maria CA with his wife Marie and two sons Jordan and Jacob.