Episode 519: LIVE from ILADS: Dr. Christine Green - Pioneering Lyme Disease Treatment

May 6, 2025

Episode 519: LIVE from ILADS: Dr. Christine Green – Pioneering Lyme Disease Treatment

Key Takeaways:

Acknowledging Lyme Disease Pioneers
- Dr. Green honors three late Lyme disease pioneers: Nick Harris, Charles Ray Jones, and Dave Martz, recognizing their invaluable contributions to Lyme diagnosis and treatment.
Challenges in Lyme Disease Diagnosis and Treatment
- Many Lyme patients are dismissed by the medical system, often told their symptoms are psychological.
- Dr. Green emphasizes the need for doctors to consider the full health picture rather than dismissing complex symptoms.
The Role of Emotional and Psychological Symptoms
- Discussion on how Lyme disease affects the brain and can manifest as psychiatric conditions.
- The importance of changing medical language to validate patients rather than dismiss them.
Misconceptions About Lyme Disease Prevalence
- Lyme disease is not confined to the East Coast—it exists nationwide, including in California.
Encouraging Developments in Lyme Disease Research
- Advances in Lyme disease research from experts like Dr. Zhang (Johns Hopkins) and Dr. Monica Embers (Tulane).
- Progress in testing methods and increasing recognition of Lyme disease as a public health issue.
The Importance of Integrative Medicine and Biofilms
- Dr. Green discusses the role of integrative medicine and biofilms in Lyme disease treatment.

Conclusion:
Dr. Green remains optimistic about the future of Lyme disease research and treatment. She emphasizes continued collaboration, education, and patient advocacy. This interview offers valuable insights for patients and healthcare providers alike.

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