meet the team

Chiropractor
Dr. Brian Rector
Since he began his career in 1994, Dr. Rector has won many awards, including Chiropractor of the Month (2006) from the Chiropractic Leadership Alliance, Best Chiropractor of Monterey (2015, 2017, 2018, and 2019), and Reader’s Choice, Herald’s Chiropractor of the Year (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018). The awards are a testament to his integrity and hard work as a doctor.
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He truly cares for his patients, always providing thorough and attentive care. It is no surprise that Dr. Rector has patients that have been seeing him since he opened his practice over 30 years ago.
He is an expert in holistic health care for patients of all ages and lifestyles.
Dr. Rector has also launched a new business consulting company, In8Coach. He coaches and mentors new doctors and business owners in their ventures to creating a successful practices based on building rapport with patients.
Visit his coaching website for more information about Dr. Rector's business consulting.
Education:
- 1984-1988 - Bachelors of Science of Health and Physical Education(Norwich University Military College of Vermont Northfield, VT)
- 1993 - Doctor of Chiropractic(Palmer West College of Chiropractic San Jose, CA)
Licensure:
- 1993 - License of Practice, California Radiology (x-ray)
- 1993 - License of Practice, California State Board of Chiropractic Examiners
Professional Affiliations and Achievements:
- 1990-Present - Member, International Chiropractic Association
- 1998-2000 - President of Monterey Chiropractic Society
- 2012 to 2014 - President of Monterey Peninsula Chiropractic Society
- March 2005 - Chiropractic Leadership Alliance Chiropractor of the Month
- 2015, 2017 - Voted Best Chiropractor in Monterey County by the Monterey Weekly

Chiropractor
Dr. Madison Ferrante
Dr. Maddy was born and raised in California. Spending most of her life in Northern California - Santa Rosa, CA. She attended California State University - Chico and received her bachelors of science degree in Molecular Biology and Organic Chemistry. Following Chico, she attended Palmer College of Chiropractic West.
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She participated in various academic and extra-curricular activities to broaden her skills in rehabilitation, sports specific injuries, extremity adjustments, and soft tissue manipulations. When not in the office, she is either at her CrossFit gym or taking her 5-year-old golden retriever – Maverick; for a walk around the neighborhood.
Dr. Maddy lives by the quote; “If you don’t have your health; you don’t have anything”.
Education:
- 2018-2021: Doctor of Chiropractic(Palmer Chiropractic, West)
Licensure:
- 2021 Doctor of Chiropractic

Patient Advocate Representative
& Office Manager
Sandra Levine
Sandra is our Office Manager and Head Chiropractic Assistant, in charge of office administration and all medical billing. She brings a bright, positive energy to the office, and is passionate about helping people through chiropractic and wellness. Indicative of her passion for the Monterey Chiropractic Group mission, Sandra’s favorite part of her job is being able to help people transform their lives through chiropractic care.

Patient Scheduling Specialist
& Chiropractic Assistant
Torrey Whitmire
Torrey started with the practice in February of 2023. She has been an awesome addition to the practice with her fun personality! Torrey previously was a patient with her husband and son. Torrey's favorite part of her job is communicating and getting to be a part of every patient's health journey.

Patient Account Specialist
& Chiropractic Assistant
Denice Cruz
Denice has been a significant addition to Monterey Chiropractic Group since September 2024. She is originally from Monterey, CA. In 2023, Denice graduated from MPC, as a billing and coding specialist. She is in charge of patient management, patient administration, and medical billing. Denice's favorite part of her job is communicating with the patients and assisting them achieve their health goals!

Licensed Massage Therapist
Ciara Johnson
Ciara, a graduate from Monterey Institute of Touch, has been with Monterey Chiropractic group since 2019. Ciara looks forward to helping patients release muscle tension through myofascial release therapy.

Licensed Massage Therapist
Mariana Martinez
Mariana joined the practice in July 2024. She has been an amazing addition to the massage team. Mariana focuses on several massage techniques depending on the area of complaint. Mariana's favorite part of her job as a massage therapist is that she gets to heal patients from pain and continue to see their progress as they continue their healing journey in the office.
Monday
8:30am - 12:30pm
2:30pm - 6:00pm
Tuesday
11:30am - 2:30pm
Wednesday
8:30am - 12:30pm
2:30pm - 6:00pm
Thursday
Closed
Friday
8:30am - 12:30pm
2:30pm - 6:00pm
Saturday
9:00am - 11:30am
Sunday
Closed
Monterey Chiropractic Group
2511 Garden Rd STE C-100
Monterey, CA 93940