About us
Trusted In-Home Detox Care, Led by Medical Professionals
Medical Home Detox provides a unique recovery experience that combines high-level clinical oversight with deep personal understanding. Serving clients nationwide, our team of addiction experts and healthcare professionals—led by Dr. Cory Mellon—crafts personalized at-home detox plans built on a foundation of safety and compassion. We are dedicated to helping you begin your recovery journey in the comfort of your home, supported by the veteran expertise of our leadership team.
Cory Mellon, MD
Medical Director
Dr. Cory Mellon completed his medical education at the Medical University of the Americas in St. Kitts and Nevis. He went on to pursue residency training in Internal Medicine at West Suburban Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in Geriatric Medicine at Loyola University Medical Center.
After completing his fellowship, Dr. Mellon began his career as a Hospitalist, providing comprehensive care to patients in both hospital and nursing home settings. He has a strong commitment to improving the quality of life for older adults and brings extensive experience in managing complex, chronic conditions.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Mellon is actively involved in community service. He serves as a board member and Medical Director for the Mellon Veterans Outreach Center in Northeast, Pennsylvania, where he helps support the health and well-being of veterans.
CA physician license number: A178066
Austin Pollard
Admissions Director
Austin Pollard is often the first voice you’ll hear when reaching out to Medical Home Detox—and that’s by design. With over a decade of personal recovery and extensive experience in the treatment field, Austin brings something invaluable to every conversation: genuine understanding.
Having walked the path of recovery himself, Austin knows firsthand how overwhelming that first call can feel—for both individuals and their families. His approach is rooted in empathy, honesty, and reassurance, helping people feel seen, heard, and supported from the very beginning.
Professionally, Austin has spent years guiding clients and families through the complexities of addiction and detox, developing personalized solutions that prioritize safety, privacy, and dignity. But what truly sets him apart is his ability to connect on a human level—bridging clinical expertise with lived experience.
At Medical Home Detox, Austin is more than a point of contact—he’s a trusted ally in one of life’s most important turning points.
