About Me

Dr. Rita Awender DC, CFMP, grew up in Southern California and has spent over 33 years practicing as a chiropractor in the Inland Empire. Much of her career was dedicated to running a family wellness clinic in Redlands, followed by several years working in a chronic pain clinic.

Her professional path took a pivotal turn when she was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis. Facing limited guidance and few clear answers, she began searching beyond conventional approaches to better understand factors contributing to her condition.

This experience reshaped her philosophy of care. Dr. Rita believes that lasting health improvements come from looking beyond symptoms and addressing underlying contributors that may impact overall health. To support this approach, she expanded her practice to include nutrition response testing® and functional medicine, providing a more in-depth way to explore what may be driving health concerns.