Episode 481: LIVE from ILADS: Dr. Tania Dempsey - Transforming Lyme Disease Care

Join us for a special LIVE Tick Boot Camp Podcast interview from the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) Conference, featuring Dr. Tania Dempsey—a world-renowned expert in chronic disease, autoimmune disorders, and mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS). Dr. Dempsey, founder of the AIM Center for Personalized Medicine, shares critical insights into the future of Lyme disease treatment, medical education, and the systemic barriers preventing effective patient care.

Key Takeaways:

• Dr. Dempsey’s role at ILADS: Moderating a Fundamentals course and delivering talks on Bartonella, mast cell activation syndrome, and SOT therapy
• Challenges in diagnosing and treating Lyme disease: How insurance limitations, time constraints, and lack of awareness impact patient care
• The need to train more clinicians: Shifting the mindset of medical students and young doctors toward chronic illness treatment
• Systemic barriers in medicine: Legal risks and lack of incentives discourage physicians from treating chronically ill patients
• ILADS' initiatives: Publishing research, updating guidelines, and using data/machine learning to improve treatment protocols
• How to support ILADS: The importance of donations and funding to drive change in Lyme disease care

Resources & Links:

• Follow the latest ILADS updates: ILADS.org
• Dr. Dempsey's Website: DrTaniaDDempsey.com
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