meet the team

Dr. Andrew Murry, a chiropractor at Connect Family Chiropractic

Owner & Chiropractor

Dr. Andrew Murry D.C.

The co-owner and doctor of Connect Family Chiropractic in Bellingham, WA is Dr. Andrew Murry. Born and raised in Bellingham, Dr. Andrew could not think of a better place to call home.

It has been his dream for over a decade to provide compassionate structural chiropractic care to the community he loves so deeply.

After graduating from Squalicum High School, Dr. Andrew went on to Western Washington University to get his bachelor's degree in kinesiology. After WWU he and his wife Sammy moved to Florida to attend Palmer College of Chiropractic. He graduated valedictorian of his class and was also honored with earning the Clinical Excellence Award and the James Buerkle Memorial Award.

After graduation, he practiced for two years in Shoreline, Washington where he was able to further grow and develop his skills as a CBP Chiropractor. Dr. Andrew cannot wait to serve you, your family, and your friends as he begins his journey to give back to the community that has supported him for his entire life. This is not just a passion for Dr. Andrew, it's a purpose, and he can’t wait to bring that purpose to Bellingham.

Chiropractor

Dr. Ryan Esser D.C.

Dr. Esser grew up in Canova, SD and graduated from Howard High School in 2003. He went into the chiropractic profession after having terrific results with conservative care growing up with scoliosis.

Dr. Esser has a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry degree from Mount Marty College, and like many of our doctors, attended the Northwestern Health Services to receive his Doctor of Chiropractic. With his free time, Dr. Ryan Esser enjoys sports, particularly basketball and swimming, as well as home improvement projects and landscaping. He and his wife Melissa have three children: Keira, Tristen, and Jace.

Owner & Human Resources

Sammy Murry

The co-owner and office manager of CFC is Sammy Murry. Sammy developed a passion for Chiropractic in high school when it drastically changed her view of health and wellness.

It was during this experience that Sammy realized the amazing capability the body has to heal itself when all barriers are removed.

Like Dr. Andrew, Sammy loves Bellingham and is so excited to be rooted in this community. Sammy has also spent years researching how to "clean up" your lifestyle by eliminating as many toxins as possible in areas like skin products, nutrition, and household products, and she is passionate about sharing this information!

Sammy has put countless hours into developing an office environment that is accommodating to everyone including children and nursing mothers. It's her hope to create an office experience that leaves people with an understanding of how worthy and valued they are. She cannot wait to welcome you and start helping you grow in your health and wellness journey.

Office Coordinator

Megan Velthuizen

Megan is relatively new to Washington, but she feels like she was made to live here. After moving here from Chicago where she attended college, she fell in love with the community of Bellingham.

Rehab Coordinator

Dani Taylor

Dani is originally from Wenatchee WA, but moved to Bellingham October of 2024. She has a deep passion for exercise, which led her to study exercise science in college. She loves weightlifting, going to concerts and being outdoors. Her main goal in life is to help lead and inspire people to live a healthier life, and to get stronger physically and mentally.

Patient Care Coordinator

Jenna Faber

Jenna is born and raised in Lynden, WA. She has a lot of family around the area and has always loved Whatcom county. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, fishing, exploring, and making calligraphy signs for events.

Front Desk Coordinator

April Demmer

April is from a small town in Colorado but has called Whatcom County home for the past 20 years. She loves spending time outdoors, whether hiking, camping, or simply enjoying the beauty of nature. Family is incredibly important to her, and she treasures the moments spent with loved ones.

CJOs (Chief Joy Officers)

Adeline & Charlotte

Adeline and Charley are our wonderful daughters and professionals when it comes to spreading joy. You may see them around the office from time to time or at events as they help to bring health through joy!

OFFICE HOURS

Monday
10:00am - 12:30pm
3:00pm - 5:30pm

Tuesday
3:00pm - 5:45pm

Wednesday
9:15am - 12:30pm

Thursday
10:00am - 12:30pm
3:00pm - 5:30pm

Friday
By Appointment

Saturday & Sunday
Closed

Connect Family Chiropractic

4165 Hannegan Road
Bellingham, WA 98226

P: (360) 336-0292

F: (360) 336-6496