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# Dr. Maurice Fretty, DC

Dr. Maurice Fretty is a San Francisco native and the chiropractor at Ocean Chiropractic Center. He earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree in 1998; California's public license record lists his original license issue date as January 4, 1999. He sees patients at the clinic's Ocean Avenue office.

His role is to understand what brings a patient in, evaluate whether chiropractic care is appropriate, explain the relevant findings, and discuss options in a way that leaves room for questions and informed choice.

**1998**Doctor of Chiropractic degree

**DC 25970**California chiropractor license

**San Francisco**Home city and place of practice

## A practice rooted in San Francisco

Dr. Fretty grew up in San Francisco and returned to practice in his home city after completing chiropractic school. His work centers on helping patients understand their concerns, options, and practical goals. Chiropractic care is not presented as a guaranteed solution or a replacement for medication, surgery, or other necessary medical care.

An initial appointment is not a commitment to a predetermined course of care. History and examination findings guide the discussion. Depending on the presentation, a patient may be offered chiropractic care, supporting home guidance, an appropriate in-office service, or a recommendation for another evaluation.

## Education and credentials

Dr. Fretty's listed education and credentials include:

- Doctor of Chiropractic, Life Chiropractic College West, 1998
- Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts, Biological/Life Sciences, Excelsior College, 2014
- California chiropractor license DC 25970
- National Board certifications, Parts I–IV and Physiotherapy
- Radiology Certification
- Industrial Disability Examiner

The California Department of Consumer Affairs record for Maurice Keith Fretty showed license DC 25970 as valid when checked on August 13, 2026, with an expiration date of May 31, 2027. License status can change and may be confirmed through California's public license search.

## A practical, collaborative approach

Dr. Fretty's approach is built around a few straightforward expectations:

- Listen first, including the patient's goals, concerns, medical context, and preferences.
- Examine what is relevant rather than assuming that similar symptoms have the same cause.
- Explain what the findings do and do not show.
- Discuss alternatives, uncertainties, likely commitments, and reasons to change course.
- Coordinate with or refer to another clinician when the concern requires care outside the clinic's scope.

This approach does not guarantee that chiropractic care will be recommended or that any particular result will occur. It creates a clearer basis for deciding what to do next.

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