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Dr. Hornberger

Pediatric

Sarasota, FL

Michael J. Hornberger, BS, DC, is a graduate of Life University of Chiropractic and is board certified in chiropractic and physiotherapy. He graduated summa cum laude and his national board scores were in the top 2% of U.S. chiropractors. In 2015, Dr. Hornberger joined the Hornberger Wellness & Chiropractic Center – a practice serving Sarasota for over 38 years. He is trained to help all age groups: pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. Dr. Hornberger also enjoys working with pregnant women, auto accident victims, and sports injury cases. His approach is to find the best treatment program for each individual patient. As such, he uses a variety of chiropractic techniques: Diversified, Low Force Adjustments (Activator, Impulse and Torque Release), Thompson, Pierce, Leander, and Cox. Dr. Hornberger also utilizes Webster’s Pediatric and Pregnancy Techniques, and corrective exercises.

Dr. Larson

General Chiropractic

Sarasota, FL

Dr. Larson is one of Sarasota, Florida’s leading experts in posture correction and chiropractic wellness care. Dr. Larson also provides safe, effective, healing results for those suffering from poor posture, back, neck and shoulder pain, headaches, allergies, ear infections, sports injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, sleeping problems, children’s health issues and stress. “When we evaluate health, we must consider the whole person and measure wellness in terms of how people are responding to stress, both mentally and physically.” – Eric Larson

Dr. Duke

General Chiropractic

Sarasota, FL

Dr. Ben Duke was one of the most sought-after chiropractors in the Chicagoland area! Receiving various awards and acknowledgements for being voted Best Chiropractor in Chicago (North Shore), Dr. Duke is now proud to call Sarasota, FL home. Dr. Duke was a cum laude graduate from the prestigious Palmer College of Chiropractic. In his 16 years in private practice, Dr. Duke has grown multiple clinics to elite status, traveled the nation speaking to businesses/corporations and college students on self-leadership, and trained other chiropractors on team leadership, patient management and corrective chiropractic care. He is the author of the #1 Best-selling book, “Adjusting for Leadership: A Journey to Find Alignment in Life and Business.” Dr. Duke has appeared on multiple television shows, speaking on health and leadership, and has been featured in numerous media publications throughout the years.

Dr. Bretz

General Chiropractic

Sarasota, FL

Sarasota chiropractor Doctor Christopher Bretz was raised in North Port, FL., he has always called Sarasota County home. A graduate of Venice High School, he went on to earn his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Life University in 2002. Dr. Bretz’s passion for natural healing began early. As an Eagle Scout, he was inspired by one of his troop leaders who was a chiropractor — someone who embodied health, leadership, and service. That experience opened his eyes to a profession focused not on managing sickness, but on helping people live pain-free and function at their best. After graduation, Dr. Bretz practiced in St. Petersburg at Florida Chiropractor from 2002–2008. There, he met his wife, Sophann, a St. Pete native and Dixie Hollins graduate with a degree in fashion design. In 2008, they decided to return to Sarasota County to raise their family and serve the community he’s always considered home. Today, Dr. Bretz provides hands-on, evidence-based care with a focus on restoring function and addressing the root cause of pain — not just the symptoms. Whether a problem stems from posture, movement patterns, or injury, he takes the time to understand each patient’s lifestyle and goals to create a personalized plan for long-term results. He and his wife are proud parents of four children — two attending Sarasota High School and SSAS, and two at Southside Elementary — all born at Sarasota Memorial Hospital. The Bretz family are longtime members of St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church and remain deeply rooted in the Sarasota community. At Bretz Chiropractic Clinic in Sarasota, Dr. Bretz takes pride in building long-term relationships with his patients and their families. His goal is to not only relieve pain but also help each person understand their body and prevent future issues through education, posture correction, and healthy movement habits. He frequently treats auto accident injuries, neck and back pain, sciatica, and sports-related conditions using modern chiropractic techniques combined with therapies like spinal decompression and red-light therapy. Patients appreciate his honest, down-to-earth approach and commitment to helping them heal naturally—without unnecessary medications or procedures. Whether you’re new to chiropractic care or looking for a trusted Sarasota chiropractor, Dr. Bretz is dedicated to helping you feel your best and live pain-free. Dr. Bretz believes that great care comes from never stopping learning. Each year, he goes beyond the standard continuing education requirements to refine his adjusting skills and stay current with the latest chiropractic research. He has completed the full Syntropy series—advanced hands-on seminars focused on improving the precision and effectiveness of spinal adjustments—and continues to train in new methods such as spinal decompression therapy and flexion-distraction techniques. His ongoing pursuit of professional growth ensures that patients at Bretz Chiropractic Clinic benefit from evidence-based, up-to-date approaches designed to enhance comfort, recovery, and long-term results.

Dr. Mason

General Chiropractic

Sarasota, FL

Dr. Jeff Mason, D.C. graduate from West Virgina University, Logan College of Chiropractic.