Get To Know Us
Dr. Angelica Malek
Dr. Angelica Malek, a native of SoCal, obtained her doctorate of chiropractic from the prestigious Palmer Chiropractic College West after completing a B.S. degree in Kinesiology at University of San Francisco.
Dr. Angelica has practiced chiropractic for years globally in countries like Peru and Singapore. In Peru, she partnered with the International Rotary Club to provide chiropractic care to under served populations. She would routinely see over 50 patients per day, as Peruvians came from all across the country to see her. In Singapore, she worked on site major tech company medical centers including Apple and WeWork among others. While practicing abroad, she enjoyed submerging herself in the culture and traveling to nearby destinations. During this time, she became certified in dry needling, a form of acupuncture specifically for muscle tension.
Dr. Angelica's specialty and passion is in Webster Technique, which involves chiropractic for pre-natal and pregnant women. This technique allows the pelvis and pelvic organs to be in the best position for a successful and easy pregnancy. In addition, Dr. Angelica is certified in Active Release Technique, a form of sports massage. For those that prefer non-force adjustments, she performs Activator and Impulse IQ techniques.
Because of COVID, Dr. Angelica returned back to the United States and started Surf City Natural Healings in Huntington Beach, CA. Her mission is to provide the highest quality of care to the community and to get patients feeling their best!
Dr. Robert Sanders
Dr. Robert Sanders graduated from Miami University of Ohio with a bachelor of science degree in Kinesiology.
Originally planning to attend Osteopathic College after graduation influenced by a lifelong family friend who was an Doctor of Osteopathy, Dr Sander's journey took a turn. As a senior in college, Dr. Sanders herniated a disc in his lower back while weight lifting. After his back did not heal under osteopathic care, Dr. Sanders was referred to a chiropractor by his mother.
Within 1 week under chiropractic care, his back pain and disability improved. Dr. Sanders was able to stop the pain killers and anti-inflammatory drugs that were prescribed to him by his Osteopath. Chiropractic brought forward a new and deeper passion to serve and help others.
After college, he chose to traced 1/2 way across the country, from Ohio to California, to attend the prestigious Palmer College of Chiropractic, named in honor of the founder and developer of Chiropractic.
Upon graduation from Palmer College, Dr. Sanders chose to bring chiropractic to the world. He moved to Singapore with Dr. Malek where he was introduced to the eastern philosophy of health and healing and he in turned brought Chiropractic to South East Asia.
Dr. Sanders has a passion for sports, growing up playing baseball, football, and golf. While living in South East Asia he developed a passion for both surfing, and hiking. One constant in his life beyond chiropractic is the time he spends with his dog Coco.
Meet the Team
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Dr. Maria Heatherington, DACM, LAc
Dr. Maria Heatherington has always had a passion for treating ailments from a Holistic standpoint. She has been in the wellness industry for more than a decade as a massage therapist before becoming a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. She earned her massage training at the International School of Holistic Studies in San Diego and was able to use this skill to practice and live in Indonesia as well as the U.S.
Maria earned her Bachelor’s Degree from San Diego State University before completing both her Master’s and Doctorate from the Pacific College of Health and Science, also located in San Diego, California. During her clinical training, Maria interned at UCSD’s RIMAC facility treating athletes for sports related injuries. It was during this time that she developed a passion for orthopedics and she went on to continue her post-graduate training in Sports Medicine Acupuncture.
Although her specialty is in chronic pain and musculoskeletal injuries, Maria is well versed in all aspects of Internal Medicine and Holistic Health. This includes Nutrition, Herbology, and even Cosmetic Acupuncture.
Shawn Ainsworth
Certified Massage Therapist since 2018 and an undergrad at Arizona State University studying Integrative Health since 2020. He is specialized as an Advanced Neuromuscular Massage Therapist and Reiki Master practicing Craniosacral Therapy and Visceral Manipulation, roughly translated as trigger point and deep tissue mixed with light touch and energetic bodywork. Shawn is a professed anatomy nerd and is passionate about health education and self-care.
“I initially saw massage as a good career to have while I figure out my future. I had no idea how much I’d fall in love with this work. To be able to use my hands to help people, to bring to light that their body, that each of our bodies, is capable of healing, that we don’t have to feel that way and that things can get better. It’s humbling work and sometimes is quite miraculous to witness.”
Since he began practicing, Shawn has found that working holistically, in a whole mind-body manner, is the best way for him to do what he loves: helping people live happier and healthier lives. With intentions to pursue a Master’s in Integrated Health Care, Shawn hopes to one day help bridge the gap between massage therapy and the different branches of healthcare.