LymeNet Flash: LLMD near Milton Freewater OR

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Posted by Muffin123 (Member # 31595) on :

My dad can't travel far because of his age and physical condition. Does anyone know of someone near him who treats lyme?

Thank you so much for your help

Muffin123

Posted by Keebler (Member # 12673) on :

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I hope you get some specific replies.

In the meantime:

Sadly, there are zero lyme literate MDs (LLMD) in Oregon.

Just across the river from Portland, there is one LLMD/ND in Vancouver, WA.

Otherwise, travel to California or other parts of Washington state is required to find a LLMD.

However, there are several good ILADS-educated LL NDs (naturopathic doctors) in Oregon.

In Oregon, all NDs are licensed to prescribe the full range of pharmaceutical prescriptions, including antibiotics -- along with supportive herbal or nutritional supplements to help protect the liver, etc.

A list of Oregon support groups at the bottom of this information page can help you find an ILADS-educated LL ND in state or a LLMD out of state.

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http://lyme.kaiserpapers.org/oregon.html

Lyme Disease in Oregon

The Kaiser Papers - not by or from Kaiser Insurance but about how they deal with lyme inquiries

Also gives background regarding lack of lyme assessment / treatment in general, regardless of one's insurance coverage.

SUPPORT GROUPS listed at BOTTOM OF PAGE

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On-line support through www.LymeDisease.org -

http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/YOURSTATENAMELyme

Just zipper in the state name where you seek a LL doctor. To join for discussion, best to join in your own state.
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Posted by Keebler (Member # 12673) on :

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http://flash.lymenet.org/scripts/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=2;t=015508;p=0

Diagnosing Lyme Disease (&/or whatever else is going on)

Other tick-borne infections and other chronic stealth infections - as well as certain conditions - that can hold us back are discussed here.

There is a link here "How to find an ILADS-educated LL ND" - this explains more about what they do.

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http://flash.lymenet.org/scripts/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=2;t=013239;p=0

(What ILADS is) . . . WHY you need an ILADS-educated, Lyme Literate Doctor (whether MD or ND) - starting with assessment / evaluation.
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Posted by Keebler (Member # 12673) on :

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There appear to be no lyme support groups near your Dad. However, you might call the others to see if they know of anyone near him.

While still far away, Hood River seems the closest support group. I'd call them first.

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http://www.oanp.org/

Oregon Association of Naturopathic Physicians

Call to see who near your Dad may be ILADS-educated and lyme literate. Most are not so it's important to find one who is.

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Talk to some of the veterinarians. They often know more about lyme than MDs. A good vet may know of a MD willing to address lyme (but one who is just flying under the radar as the Oregon Medical Board does not want MDs treating lyme).

http://oregonvma.org/vetdirectory

Oregon Veterinary Medical Association

http://oregonvma.org/vetdirectory?city=Milton-Freewater&keys=&vet=&tid=All

Veterinarians in Milton Freewater area
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Posted by Keebler (Member # 12673) on :

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As Washington state is rather close, this might be of help:
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http://lyme.kaiserpapers.org/washington.html

Lyme Disease in Washington State

Scroll all the way down for lyme support groups in Washington state
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Posted by Muffin123 (Member # 31595) on :

Keebler,

Thank you so very, very much. I was away from computer for the weekend and came back to check if anyone had responded. And you di.
I will look into these suggestions. I really can't thank you enough.

Muffin123