Dr. Louis Rice was born in Chipiona, Spain, where he spent the first 17 years of his life. At age 17, with a suitcase and $200 in his pocket, he left his family and home and came to America to pursue his own version of the American Dream.

While working as a personal trainer to help pay his way through college, he graduated with a B.S. in Human Nutrition and Biochemistry from University of Florida in 1998. Deciding that he loved the U.S., he decided to continue exploring, and as a member of the University of Florida Surf Team, he traveled to California to compete in the National Surfing Championships.It was then that he fell in love with the weather, beaches, and overall vibe of Southern California. 

In 2001, he completed his doctorate of chiropractic at Los Angeles College of Chiropractic. Shortly thereafter, he met Dr. Kosta Adamou and together they founded Atlas Wellness Center.  In addition to his passion for chiropractic and natural health care, he spends most of his time surfing, playing soccer, and traveling the world, and speaks English, Spanish, and French.  A former college-level competitive surfer himself, Dr. Rice also serves as the official doctor of chiropractic for the biggest surf competition in the world, the US Open of Surfing.  He is also the Team Chiropractor for the Orange County Roller Derby Girls.

Dr. Kosta Adamou, a native of Canada, came to Southern California to complete his doctorate of chiropractic and decided to forego the ice and snow and remain here. He completed his undergraduate degree at McGill University in Montreal Canada with a BA in Political Science.

In addition to his love for chiropractic, he spends the remainder of his time on adventures around the world, some of which have included cage diving with great white sharks and fishing for piranhas in the Amazon River. In addition, Dr. Kosta speaks English, French, and Greek fluently.

Dr. Andy Lam is a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist residing in Orange County. He holds a Master’s degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from the Southern California University of Health Sciences. Also being a Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr. Lam utilizes traditional Chinese medicine along with western health and wellness principles. Andy first became interested in Oriental Medicine while living at home with his grandparents. They possessed a collection of the finest Chinese herbs that were used to treat a variety of ailments as well as many to maintain homeostasis and balance. It was then Dr. Lam had decided to pursue his own interest and make this passion his career.

Dr. Lam treats the entire person- physically, psychologically and emotionally. He facilitates the proper flow of Qi, enabling one to fulfill their whole potential. Andy enjoys the beach, golfing and spending time visiting the many diverse communities in Southern California. He advocates and facilitates the never ending pursuit of happiness for all people.

Jonathan Loquasto, MPT, graduated in 2003 from the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, with a Masters of Physical Therapy and a Minor in Psychology. He has been practicing in Southern California for 3 years, and has extensive training in manual techniques, including deep tissue and joint mobilization.  He is originally from Northampton, Pennsylvania but has decided to reside on the west coast. He is also an up & coming Standup Comedian, performing regularly at Improvs throughout California, as well as the world famous Comedy Store. He hopes to have his first television appearance in the near future.