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Dr. Marcos de Escobar, ND, is a highly skilled naturopathic doctor offering compassionate, patient-centered care through Corebella Health LLC in Waterbury, Connecticut. With a dedication to helping individuals achieve optimal wellness, Dr. de Escobar provides virtual consultations, making naturopathic medicine accessible and convenient for patients seeking holistic support.

After earning a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine degree from the Sonoran University of Health Sciences, Dr. de Escobar gained extensive training in evidence-based natural therapies, preventive care, and whole-person healing. His approach integrates modern medical knowledge with traditional naturopathic practices to support the body’s natural ability to heal.

At Corebella Health LLC, Dr. de Escobar works closely with patients to address the root causes of health concerns rather than simply treating symptoms. Each care plan is tailored to meet individual needs, with an emphasis on lifestyle guidance, nutrition, botanical medicine, and sustainable long-term wellness strategies.

Dr. de Escobar believes in empowering patients with the tools and knowledge they need to take an active role in their health. Through compassionate listening, collaborative care, and a commitment to integrative healing, Dr. de Escobar strives to support each patient’s journey toward improved vitality and balance.

Whether managing chronic conditions, supporting preventive health, or enhancing overall wellness, Dr. de Escobar is committed to helping patients achieve healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Angelique E. Richardson, MD, PhD

Founder & Medical Director
Angelique E Richardson MD PhD | The Center for Phenomenal Health & Wellness Inc.
San Diego, California

Angelique E. Richardson, MD, PhD, is a board-certified medical oncologist, physician-scientist, and nationally recognized leader in breast cancer care, cancer health equity, and women’s health across the lifespan. She is the Founder and Medical Director of The Center for Phenomenal Health & Wellness, a concierge women’s health practice in San Diego dedicated to menopause, perimenopause, cancer survivorship, and long-term wellness for women.

Dr. Richardson brings together academic rigor, clinical excellence, and deeply personalized care, offering women a level of expertise typically found at major academic cancer centers—delivered in a thoughtful, relationship-centered private practice setting.

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Academic & Clinical Leadership

Prior to founding her private practice, Dr. Richardson served as an Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) within the Comprehensive Breast Health Center. There, she specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer while leading and contributing to clinical trials, translational research, and community-engaged cancer equity initiatives.

She has served as Principal Investigator on multiple national and industry-sponsored clinical trials, including Phase I–III breast cancer studies, and has been actively involved in advancing access to clinical trials for historically underserved populations.

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Research, Scholarship & National Impact

Dr. Richardson is a physician-scientist with dual MD and PhD training, holding a doctorate in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics with an emphasis in cancer biology. Her research has focused on:

• Breast cancer biology and signaling pathways

• Cancer health disparities and survival inequities

• Biomarkers in breast cancer prognosis and treatment response

• Implementation of patient-reported outcomes in underserved populations

She has authored peer-reviewed publications, contributed to textbook chapters, and presented her work nationally and internationally through organizations such as AACR, ASCO, SABCS, and NIH-affiliated forums.

Her work and leadership have been recognized through numerous honors, including:

• Robert A. Winn Diversity in Clinical Trials Leadership Award

• Merck Investigator Studies Program (MISP) funding

• Early Stage Investigator Awards

• National leadership roles in cancer equity and survivorship initiatives

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Women’s Health, Menopause & Survivorship Care

In addition to her oncology expertise, Dr. Richardson is deeply committed to women’s health beyond cancer treatment. She specializes in helping women navigate:

• Perimenopause and menopause

• Hormonal and non-hormonal symptom management

• Long-term survivorship and quality-of-life optimization

• Wellness strategies for women at high risk for breast cancer

• Care planning for women who are not candidates for standard hormone therapy

Her approach is evidence-based, individualized, and deeply informed by her years caring for breast cancer survivors, making her uniquely positioned to guide women through complex hormonal transitions safely and thoughtfully.

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Education & Training

Dr. Richardson earned her Doctor of Medicine (MD) and PhD from Loma Linda University, where her doctoral research examined molecular drivers of aggressive breast cancer biology. She completed:

• Internal Medicine Residency at White Memorial Medical Center (Los Angeles)

• Hematology/Oncology Fellowship at Penn State College of Medicine

• Advanced Clinical Breast Oncology training at the University of Miami

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Professional & Community Leadership

Dr. Richardson serves on numerous local, state, and national advisory boards, including:

• Susan G. Komen National Advisory Board and Leadership Council

• California Breast Cancer Research Council (University of California)

• American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

• American College of Physicians (ACP)

• National Medical Association (NMA)

She is a frequent invited speaker for professional conferences, community organizations, and national educational forums, and remains deeply engaged in mentorship, advocacy, and community outreach.

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Care Philosophy

Dr. Richardson believes that women deserve time, expertise, and care that honors the whole person—not just a diagnosis. Her practice model is intentionally designed to provide:

• Longer visits

• Direct physician access

• Thoughtful, personalized care plans

• Preventive, survivorship-focused medicine

“My passion is helping people. In addition to curing cancer and alleviating pain and symptoms, I feel it is my mission to try to help patients understand that cancer is not a death sentence. We have many weapons to help battle this disease and CyberKnife is one of the most powerful, often helping us manage cancer much like a chronic illness.” Board Certified Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Mark Pomper, graduate of Dartmouth College and Duke University School of Medicine. He has also studied at Harvard University, Ox-ford University, University of Chicago, and Princess Margaret Hospital. Dr. Pomper has practiced radiation oncology for nearly 30 years in South Florida and has been involved with stereotactic radio-surgery for as many years. He has participated in thousands of such procedures.