About Functional Performance Institute
San Diego, CA
Meet the FPI Team!
Dr. Colton grew up in Southern California participating in a wide variety of different traditional and extreme sports, from beach volleyball to racing motocross, and everything in between. He has always been an active person and his passion for sports and exercise ultimately led him to find chiropractic.
After completing his undergraduate education at California State University, Northridge, he studied at Southern California University of Health Sciences where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with his Doctorate of Chiropractic.
He then began working at Mamba Sports Academy in Los Angeles in their Integrated Sports Medicine clinic, where he worked alongside a team of various health professionals and helped athletes from youth to professional stages to heal their injuries and return to their sport.
He then moved to San Diego in 2020 and found Functional Performance Institute, where he has focused on helping active adults to overcome their injuries and chronic pain, and maintain the lifestyle they want as they age.
His approach is this: “Find the root cause of your pain and create a plan to give you lasting relief.”
Dr. Brian’s journey began in Seoul, South Korea, before he found his home in San Diego, California. Growing up,he immersed himself in soccer and badminton, eventually transitioning to strength training in high school.
His interest in fitness led him to pursue a degree in Kinesiology with a focus on pre-physical therapy at San Diego State University. It was during this time that he discovered chiropractic care after experiencing his fair share of injuries. This experience ignited his passion for helping others heal and thrive.
He continued his education at the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic, earning his Doctorate of Chiropractic. Throughout his studies, he interned at CSU Northridge's sports medicine department, working with NCAA Division 1 athletes. He also gained valuable experience at a multidisciplinary clinic, collaborating with various healthcare professionals.
He is certified in Pre-script Level 1, which is a certification that specializes in applied biomechanics and strength and conditioning. His approach emphasizes aligning the body's natural movement patterns with personalized training programs for injury prevention and improved fitness.
As an Associate Chiropractor, he is dedicated to empowering his patients to achieve their wellness goals. With a focus on evidence-based practice and patient-centered care, he strives to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those he serves.
Growing up in Southern California, Julia took part in a variety of activities like dance, competitive gymnastics, and cheerleading. She’s always loved being active and being part of a team, which drew her in to FPI.
Julia graduated from San Diego State University with a degree in Journalism and a minor in Film. Throughout her schooling she participated in three internships, two of which she worked as an editorial intern writing articles for Chopra Global and Modern Luxury Media Company and one of which she worked as a public relations intern for Emily Blair Media.
It was during this time that Julia discovered her desire to pursue a career in marketing after being inspired by a social media marketing class in school. She enjoys being able to combine her passion for creativity and health and wellness.
You’ll find Julia giving you a warm welcome at the front desk as she works to create meaningful marketing campaigns for FPI among other various administrative tasks. She feels lucky to be able to work in an environment where she gets to grow professionally and personally while contributing to helping others live their best lives and reach their goals!