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EP07: Environmental Medicine: How External Factors Play Into Chronic Illness
EP07: Environmental Medicine: How External Factors Play Into Chronic Illness
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Length:
41 minutes
Released:
Jan 30, 2024
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Podcast episode
Description
In this episode, Haylie is joined by Dr. Irma Rey, Assistant Professor at the College of Osteopathic Medicine at Nova Southeastern University and Director of Medical Education at the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine. With a deep expertise in internal medicine, viral medicine, and a focus on immune deficiencies such as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME/CFS), Dr. Rey brings a wealth of knowledge on mold, environmental toxins, genetic medicine, and the microbiome. Together, they delve into the complex world of chronic diseases, discussing the role of the Institute in environmental medicine, the impact of external factors on health, and the latest in medical education and patient care. Key Points: 00:00 Introduction 06:41 The role of environmental toxins. 13:14 Exploration of causative agents in environmental medicine. 18:30 The widespread impact of environmental toxins found in tap water. 22:42 How individuals can learn more about environmental medicine. 27:50 Preference for filtered water over bottled water 31:27 The future of medicine is personalized medicine. 34:16 Tips for patients preparing for a medical visit. 36:20 The importance of total body toxic load in environmental medicine. 41:40 Holiday tips for avoiding environmental toxins. Dr. Irma Rey, a revered figure in the medical community, serves as an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her expertise extends to the realm of Clinical Immunology at the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine at Nova Southeastern University. Distinguished by her Board Certification in both Internal Medicine and Environmental Medicine, Dr. Rey is renowned for her work with patients grappling with immune deficiencies, notably chronic fatigue syndrome. Her academic journey began with a degree from the University of Miami School of Medicine in 1981, followed by a comprehensive residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Miami Hospitals and Clinics. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irma-rey-440358162/ —------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Thank you for tuning in to the Hope and Help For Fatigue and Chronic Illness Podcast. Sign up today for our newsletter. ? https://nova.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=419072c88a85f355f15ab1257&id=5e03a4de7d Enjoy our show? Please leave us a 5-star review on the following platforms so we can bring hope and help to others. Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hope-and-help-for-fatigue-chronic-illness/id1724900423 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/154isuc02GnkPEPlWfdXMT This podcast is brought to you by the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine. Learn more about us here. Website: https://www.nova.edu/nim/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InstituteForNeuroImmuneMedicine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/NSU_INIM/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/NSU_INIM TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nsu_inim Your support goes a long way toward the advancement of clinical research. Donate here. ? https://www.nova.edu/nim/donations.html
Released:
Jan 30, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (23)
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