LymeNet Flash: Searching for Integrative LLMD on/near the East Coast

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Posted by Gsd1608 (Member # 48642) on :

I am currently searching for an integrative LLMD anywhere on or near the east coast of the US.

The doctor should be focused on immune modulation, addressing other viruses/bacteria/parasites/fungus, supporting detox, along with killing off lyme microbes.

Cost and travel are no issue. I would prefer one without/a very short waitlist, but obviously I understand that quality LLMDs are rare and in high demand.

Any suggestions are much appreciated!! Bonus points if the doctor does follow up consultations by phone/skype.

Posted by hopingandpraying (Member # 9256) on :

Welcome to Lymenet! PM sent for MD & CT.

You need to be evaluated and treated by a Lyme-literate doctor (LLMD). Non LLMDs have no clue about this horrible disease or its complex treatment!

A LLMD is one who has treated Lyme disease and the co-infections which come with it for many years and has gotten patients well. A good one will follow Dr. B's Guidelines, the "gold standard" for Lyme treatment.

Here is a link for them:

http://www.lymenet.org/BurrGuide200810.pdf

LLMDs are far and few between, unfortunately. You need to go where they are.

Also, most LLMDs do not accept insurance due to the politics surrounding this horrible disease. Read poster TF's explanation, "Why Lyme Doctors Don't Take Insurance":
http://flash.lymenet.org/scripts/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=2;t=025539;p=0

When calling for an appointment, ask if they have any cancellations or a waiting list. Patients have been able to get in sooner by doing this.

Check the online state Lyme groups at:
https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/FloridaLyme/info

Maybe they can help.

Some more resources (including Support Groups):
http://whatislyme.com/websites-and-support-groups-by-state/

http://www.lymenet.org/SupportGroups/UnitedStates/Florida/

The top LLMD, Dr. H, has written a book entitled, "Why Can't I Get Better?". It is an excellent source of information.

Read "Cure Unknown" by Pamela Weintraub. Get it at your local library or buy it used on Amazon.

View "Under Our Skin" for free on http://www.veoh.com/m/watch.php?v=v21055812yWtmpgB8

Posted by TF (Member # 14183) on :

I sent you a couple of names.

Welcome to LymeNet! We will help you here all we can.