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Dr. Awodele is a residency-trained and board-certified occupational medicine physician with over nine years of medical expertise in Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Aviation and Aerospace Medicine, and Preventive Medicine. He also trained in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) at Duke University.

Dr. Awodele earned his undergraduate degree in Physiology and Neurobiology at the University of Connecticut in 2008, with a focus on neurophysiology.

Throughout medical school, he participated in Traumatic Brain Injury research at Harvard Medical Institute and Walter Reed National Military Naval Medical Center. There, he identified biomarkers of brain biochemistry that might distinguish between soldiers returning from the Afghanistan and Iraq war fronts suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and those suffering from mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) using advanced methods of magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS).

Dr. Awodele earned his medical degree from Howard College of Medicine and completed a Transitional Year Internship at Naval Medical Center San Diego before beginning his military operational tour.

He served as the U.S. Naval Flight Surgeon for Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 169 (HMLA-169) and Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 764 (VMM-764). He served with distinction as the Flight Surgeon for the Special Purpose Marine Corps Air Ground Task Force Pacific for the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit.

Dr. Awodele completed his residency in occupational medicine at the University of California, Irvine, where he also earned a Master of Science in Environmental Health Sciences (EHS) with a focus on toxicology. He earned his Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from Howard University College of Medicine.

He was introduced to MeRT® during his clinical rotation at Wave Neuroscience. He was astonished by testimonials from adult and pediatric patients who had received MeRT treatment, as well as from spouses and parents whose lives were transformed by the improvements they saw in their loved ones.

As he said:

“I was initially skeptical that a non-invasive medical treatment could cause such remarkable healing after only their first treatments. It is an effective new technology, so I read everything about it. I was impressed with the sophisticated data analytics and precision medicine approach that provides custom treatment for each individual.

“I was moved after witnessing patients describe how they experienced better sleep, reported better physical and mental performance due to improvements in their cognition, and weaned off from their chronic pain medications and stimulants.

“I have been a military physician for most of my career, and I have seen a lot of functional marines and sailors with chronic fatigue, addiction, depression, anxiety, TBI, and PTSD who didn’t seek treatment because they felt physically strong or didn’t want to take medications due to their operational status. I have also witnessed close friends report exhaustion and near helplessness due to parenting their child with learning difficulties.

“Witnessing firsthand their transformation after receiving MeRT treatment made me a believer in its effectiveness.”

That belief has since been put to the test. Dr. Awodele was one of the principal investigators for the clinical trial behind MeRT's June 2026 FDA clearance as an adjunctive treatment for PTSD, leading the study at the San Diego site. The trial was a major focus of his work, and he has been part of MeRT's story since the early days, when it still drew skepticism from parts of the psychiatric community. Today, MeRT is FDA-cleared for PTSD, and he's helped bring that treatment to veterans and their families here in Carlsbad.

When not working with patients, Dr. Awodele enjoys spending time with his wife, daughters, and son. He also enjoys flying, sailing, diving, camping, traveling, and participating in outdoor athletic events and activities.

 

Dr. Georgine Nanos is a board-certified family physician with advanced training in epidemiology and public health. She is a nationally recognized expert in COVID-19. Dr. Nanos founded Kind Health Group to bring an exceptional level of care to all her patients. She believes listening to each individual story and building a deep personal connection is the most rewarding part of medicine and the best way to get to the root cause of many complex medical issues. Dr. Nanos is passionate about the power of preventive health, women’s health issues, and technology in medicine. Dr. Nanos has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and has expertise in treating a wide range of medical conditions in patients of all ages. She also serves as a medical contributor to numerous local and national TV, radio, and print media outlets.

Monea Williams MSN, FNP-C. Have worked in the healthcare industry for over 22 years. Areas include Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care, Internal Medicine and Pulmonary. Including pre and post-operative care and Operation room surgical nurse in all specialties, home health care and assessments. Her passion is to bridge the gap in healthcare disparities which effects different ethnicities/cultures. A huge emphasis on focusing on wellness, education and quality healthcare. Monea is currently a California State certified nurse practitioner who is BLS and ACLS certified by the American Heart Association. In addition is actively involved in the American Association of Nurse practitioners in San Diego County. In the works is completing Doctoral degree

Dr. Robert Milanes, MD is the Founder and Medical Director of Advanced Medical & Aesthetics. He is dedicated to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care that combines evidence-based medicine with advanced medical, surgical, and aesthetic treatments. With experience caring for thousands of patients in emergency, outpatient, and procedural settings, Dr. Milanes takes a practical, results-driven approach to helping patients improve their health, confidence, and quality of life. His areas of focus include primary care, medical weight loss, testosterone optimization, IV wellness therapies, wound care, hair restoration, liposuction, fat transfer, and aesthetic rejuvenation. Dr. Milanes believes exceptional healthcare goes beyond treating illness and emphasizes prevention, education, personalized treatment plans, and long-term patient relationships. His mission is to provide innovative, compassionate care through the philosophy..Precision Medicine. Elevated Care.

Thomas Rambacher, DPM, FACFAS, FAPWCA, is a double board-certified surgeon and wound doctor at Foot Ankle Leg Wound Care Orange County in Mission Viejo, California. He is one of the few wound care specialists and podiatrists in the region who specializes in orthoplastics (flap reconstruction), limb salvage, and highly specialized wound care.

Dr. Rambacher received his degree in podiatric medicine from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine in Independence, Ohio, now called the Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine (KSUCPM).

His primary podiatry residency at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation involved many subspecialty rotations like orthopedics, endocrinology, rheumatology, emergency medicine, and podo-pediatrics.

Dr. Rambacher has performed numerous surgical rotations in Ohio at Cleveland Veteran Administration Hospital, The Podiatry Institute, Ohio State University (OSU), Kaiser Permanente, and the Jewish Hospital Ohio.

He also had high-volume surgical training in the Saddleback Valley Residency Training Program at Los Angeles and Orange County hospitals.

Incorporating extensive training from the East and West coasts, Dr. Rambacher works closely with patients to limit downtime so they can quickly return to hobbies and work. He provides the most advanced treatments and integrates them into his patients’ lifestyles.

Dr. Rambacher offers nonsurgical and surgical treatments for leg and foot conditions, including reconstruction with external fixation for extreme abnormalities, wound care, diabetic amputation prevention, advanced graft wounds, and skin grafting (skin substitutes).

He is certified by The American Board of Podiatric Surgery and the American Board of Multiple Specialties in Primary Care in Podiatric Medicine. He is a Fellow of the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and the American Professional Wound Care Association®.

Dr. Rambacher enjoys spending time with his family and pursuing outdoor adventures like hiking, mountain biking, snowboarding, and surfing. He is very active in the local community with hospital outreach programs and event promotion outdoor activities.

With over 30 years of experience, Jing F. Li, MD. OMD, LAc,  provides holistic, comprehensive, compassionate care to patients in Irvine, California. As the founder and director of Integrative Medical Center, she combines traditional Family Medicine and alternative approaches to offer a wide range of treatment options for specific conditions.

Dr. Li’s passion is promoting health awareness. She strives to provide the least invasive, yet most effective approaches for each patient while educating and empowering individuals to take control of their health.

She received her medical training in both conventional Western and Eastern medicine in China and the United States. She is a board-certified family physician and licensed acupuncturist. She is also a Diplomat of the American Academy of integrative Pain Management and is affiliated with St. Joseph Hospital and health system in Orange County.

Dr. Li shares her passion with the community and has been a frequent speaker in the field of integrative and alternative medicine at local hospitals and multimedia events. As a family doctor with a dedication to seeing the whole picture of a patient’s health, she emphasizes treatments that improve all aspects of well-being.

Karen Taylor, MD, FACOG, is a skilled and compassionate gynecologist located in Newport Beach, CA who is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art, patient-centered gynecological care for women of all ages. At her practice next to Fashion Island, Dr. Taylor provides patients with an array of treatment options and medical services including well woman exams, birth control counseling, and treatment options including IUD placement, STD testing, hormone replacement therapy, treatment for menopause issues, diagnosis and management of pelvic pain, depression treatment, mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) therapy, and in-office evaluations and procedures including colposcopy and hysteroscopy. In addition, she’s a leading provider of adolescent gynecology care, helping teens and even preteens  understand their bodies and their health so they can feel more confident and empowered.

Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Taylor completed her undergraduate degree at the University of California, San Diego, followed by completing her medical degree at Tufts University in Boston and her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at University of California, Irvine. Devoted to remaining abreast of current and evolving developments in her field, she maintains active memberships in medical associations including the American Medical Association (AMA) and the Orange County Medical Association (OCMA).

Dr. Taylor is committed to providing individualized care custom-tailored to the needs of the individual patient, helping women of all ages enjoy better health, better futures, and better lives.

Dr. Margaret Shannon M.D.

Dr. Shannon, originally from Massachusetts, resides in Newport Beach, California. She graduated from Georgetown University, Washington DC with a B.S.N. and continued her education at Georgetown Medical School, Washington, DC where she obtained her medical degree. After serving eight years in the Navy in San Diego, California, Dr. Shannon decided to go into private practice. She is the founder of Coastline Dermatology Laser and Medical Center in Newport Beach, CA. Her sincere pride, passion and desire to be one of the best dermatologists possible resulted in the success of a 25+ year practice.

Dr. Shannon is an exceptionally gifted surgeon specializing in Mohs’ Surgery. She also loves the cosmetic side of dermatology and remains educated, trained and certified in all state of the art laser and cosmetic procedures available.
Dr. Shannon spends most of her free time with her son and daughter, the loves of her life. She enjoys watching her daughter’s volleyball and basketball games and encouraging them to make education their priority!

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:
American Academy of Dermatology, Board Certified
American Society of Dermatological Surgery
American Society of Mohs Surgery, Fellow
American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Fellow
Hoag Hospital, Active Staff Member for 25+ yrs

I am a proud spouse and caregiver to my disabled veteran husband and a mom of a growing teenager. After years of struggling with my own depression, I discovered healing through TMS. I joined the BrainCare Performance Center Carlsbad team as an outreach coordinator because I believe awareness is the key to finding solutions to a profound problem: mental health. My mission is to share my story, connect with those who are struggling, and provide them with alternative solutions. No one should have to face this journey alone. Mi pasión es ayudar a nuestra comunidad que está atravesando por momentos emocionales difíciles, que al igual que yo estamos en búsqueda de soluciones para aliviar y balancear nuestra salud mental al máximo rendimiento. Si se puede lograr!

Dr. Navazo identified a need in the community for in-home medical services and founded this practice, in 1997, in order to provide medical care to those who can not easily visit a Doctor's office for medical attention and care.
Dr. Luis Navazo serves as the Medical Director for Mobile Doctor Medical Clinic also know as the Rancho Santa Fe Medical Group. Dr. Navazo brings over twenty years experience as a medical Doctor to the practice and continues to provide patient care as the senior physician of the group. Dr. Navazo is a graduate of the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine and has received post-graduate medical education training at the University of California at Davis/San Francisco.

Dr. Navazo is certified both as a Wound Specialist and as a Medical Director for long term care, and contributes his efforts as an esteemed consultant for many North County long term care facilities. Dr. Navazo is committed to continued medical education, is a member of a myriad of professional societies, and stays abreast of cutting edge technologies and advances in wound care. Dr. Navazo is a physician devoted to the practice of quality medical care.

Mobile Doctor Medical Clinic provides expert family medicine and podiatric services to patients throughout Oceanside, California, and its surrounding areas. With the expertise of multiple specialists, our team can care for patients from adolescence through late adulthood. 

The practice specializes in geriatric care and concierge medicine to deliver aging populations the individualized treatment they deserve. Our team of experienced physicians and staff work together to make house calls and coordinate mobile services, such as mobile X-rays, home diagnostics, and other primary care services.

With a comprehensive understanding of age-related health concerns, our team is uniquely qualified to provide compassionate end-of-life treatment through palliative and hospice care. We travel directly to patients’ homes, hospitals, and other care facilities, eliminating the hassle of travel. 

Our team strives to ensure patient satisfaction at every visit. Whether patients struggle with aches and pains, each patient leaves with the knowledge that their health is in caring hands. From the time they check in until the time they check out, our team treats every patient like a member of the family.

Call or schedule an appointment online today to learn more about the in-office and mobile services we provide.

Board-certified in Family Medicine and Sports Medicine, Rebeccah Rodríguez, DO, FACOFP, serves the communities of Encinitas, San Diego, and Temecula, California, at OasisMD. 

Dr. Rodríguez earned her medical degree from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. She serves the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) as a Team USA physician and was on the medical staff at the Olympic Training Site in Chula Vista, California, as team physician for 10 years.

Dr. Rodriguez served as the Medical Director for the high-performance center for Team USA (11 sports) at the 2016 Olympics in Rio. She was part of the medical staff as Team USA physician at the 2019 Pan American Games in Lima, Peru. She is honored to currently serve on the USOPC Physician Advisory Board.

Dr. Rodriguez is also a team physician for USA Women's Waterpolo and USA Rugby. She is the head team physician for the major league rugby team, the San Diego Legion.

Passionate about improving quality healthcare, Dr. Rodriguez helps make policy for national organizations such as the AOASM as second Vice President, ACOFP California Board, ACOFP Health and Wellness and Procedural Committee, and the President’s Council for Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition. She travels the world with Team USA and loves to be active with sports and spend time with her husband and son.

Ronald Cohen, MD, is a board-certified specialist in both Family and Sports Medicine. Dr. Cohen is in the top 1% of America’s doctors when it comes to experience and training in regenerative orthopedic treatments – nonsurgical solutions to improve function and reduce pain. At Coastal Regenerative Orthopedics & Wellness Center, he is proud to use his expertise to care for patients throughout San Diego, California. 

For the first 11 years of his medical career, Dr. Cohen was contracted by the Department of Defense to manage and direct the Sports Medicine & Reconditioning program for all of the Marine Corps recruits in the western United States as well as to serve as a special consultant for the Navy SEALs.

He has had extensive experience and training in managing difficult injuries and chronic conditions and has been a licensed Regenexx® affiliate since undergoing advanced regenerative orthopedics training with the Regenexx founders in 2013. As the leading Regenexx provider in San Diego, Dr. Cohen is excited to provide the Advanced Regenexx Procedures to patients throughout the community.

Dr. Cohen has had a distinguished career in medicine and has been recognized by his peers as an outstanding clinician, winning several renowned awards, including the prestigious Master Clinician award as well as being appointed as Assistant Clinical Professor (voluntary) at UCSD School of Medicine.

Dr. Cohen is a dedicated physician and passionate family man who is also an avid golfer, fisherman, and triathlete.

As a board-certified family medicine physician, I am dedicated to building long-term, meaningful relationships with my patients and their families. I believe that great care begins with listening, and I strive to create a welcoming environment where people feel heard, respected, and involved in their health decisions.With clinical experience of over 10 years and training in preventive care, chronic disease management, and acute illness treatment, I enjoy caring for my patients through various stages of life. My goal is to provide personalized, evidence-based care that empowers individuals to live healthier, fuller lives. I am especially passionate about patient education, preventive health, and helping people navigate complex medical decisions with confidence and clarity. Whether you are here for a routine check-up, managing a chronic condition, or need same-day care, I want you to feel supported every step of the way. I also enjoy spending time with my family, cooking and yoga.

Joyce Cheng, MD is a board-certified dermatologist committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to patients of all ages in the San Diego area.    Dr. Cheng has extensive knowledge in the most up to date dermatologic science to help treat and optimize the health of her patients’ skin.

Dr. Cheng offers a complete menu of dermatologic services at Coastal Medical and Cosmetic Dermatology, a leading medical and cosmetic dermatology practice with a convenient location in San Diego, La Jolla, California.   

A native of San Diego, Dr. Joyce Cheng received her bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry at Yale University where she graduated magna cum laude. She subsequently stayed on at the Yale School of Medicine to earn her medical degree and master’s degree in clinical research.   After completing her medical school training at Yale, Dr. Cheng went on to complete her medical internship, clinical research fellowship, and dermatology residency at the University of California, San Diego.

Dr. Joyce Cheng has had an impressive academic record serving as an investigator on numerous clinical and translational trials of novel therapeutics for cutaneous conditions. She has also presented at numerous national research conferences and has published research in Journal of Investigative Dermatology, Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology,  JAMA Dermatology, JID, JAAD, Science Translational Medicine, and Nature Medicine. Dr. Cheng also serves as a volunteer dermatology faculty at the VA hospital in San Diego treating patients with skin cancer and educating UCSD residents.

Dr. Cheng enjoys working with her patients in a comprehensive manner to achieve their skin health goals. She is known by her patients to have a warm bedside manner.  In her free time, Dr. Cheng enjoys the outdoors and exploring all that San Diego has to offer.