Tick Boot Camp

Fred Diamond, author of Love Hope Lyme and host of the Love Hope Lyme podcast, joins us live from the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) Conference. In this powerful conversation, Fred shares his journey with Lyme disease and his mission to provide support, hope, and resources for Lyme survivors and their loved ones. 🔑 Key Takeaways: Fred highlights the emotional and socia...

Join us for a special LIVE interview from the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) Conference with Dr. Cory Tichauer, ND, a leading naturopathic doctor specializing in tick-borne illnesses. Dr. Tichauer shares his journey from a traditional Ivy League education to naturopathic medicine and explains why he chose a holistic, patient-centered approach over conventional allopathi...

Dr. Medeya Tsnobiladze's Background A naturopathic doctor specializing in neurodegenerative conditions and chronic infections. Extensive experience treating Lyme disease in her Connecticut-based practice. Rising Lyme Disease Cases in Connecticut Observations of increasing prevalence in patients. Impact of delayed diagnosis on long-term health outcomes. Neurodegenerative Links to Lyme Disease Conne...

In this powerful episode of the Tick Boot Camp Podcast , hosts Matt Sabatello and Rich Johannesen interview Angela MacRitchie of the Napiers Claid Clinic, a naturopath and herbalist who transformed her battle with Lyme disease and co-infections into a holistic healing mission. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Angela’s personal Lyme disease recovery story and how she reclaimed her health The best...

Join us for a special LIVE episode from the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) Conference with Dr. Alexandr Zaitsev, the founder of Universal Diagnostic Laboratories. Dr. Zaitsev shares groundbreaking insights into advanced diagnostic testing for Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses. Comprehensive Tick-Borne Disease Testing Universal Diagnostic Laboratories has devel...

Key Takeaways: Dr. Casey Kelley's role at the annual ILADS conference, where she connects with fellow Lyme experts and stays up-to-date on the latest research. Her background as both a Lyme patient and physician, shaping her empathetic and nuanced approach to treating chronic Lyme and complex illnesses. The evolving understanding of Lyme disease as a polymicrobial infection, emphasizing the need t...

In This Episode: Nicole Bell, CEO of Galaxy Diagnostics, shares her journey from personal experience with Lyme disease in her family to leading innovation in diagnostics. The connection between tick-borne pathogens and chronic diseases like early-onset Alzheimer’s. Why traditional Lyme disease tests often fail and the need for direct detection methods. The latest advancements in testing for Borrel...

Join us as we interview Dr. Steven Harris, a leader in chronic Lyme disease treatment, live from the ILADS Conference. Dr. Harris has been treating complex chronic illnesses for over two decades, pioneering integrative and personalized approaches for Lyme disease, tickborne infections, ME/CFS, mold/mycotoxin illness, and more. Key Takeaways: A Legacy in Lyme Disease: Dr. Harris' deep roots in the...

In this special live episode from the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) Conference, Tick Boot Camp sits down with Sarah Keating, a retired pathologist and board member of the Canadian Lyme Disease Foundation (CanLyme). Sarah shares her deeply personal journey of advocating for Lyme disease awareness in Canada following her daughter's tragic battle with Lyme and Babesiosis....

In this special live episode of the Tick Boot Camp Podcast, we sit down with Braden and Bill Rawls, co-founders of Vital Plan, at the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) Conference. They share insights on how Vital Plan is creating high-quality herbal supplements and support services for individuals battling chronic Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses. Learn how a su...

Jennifer Barrett, a Lyme disease patient-turned-advocate and Doctor of Law (JD), joins us live from the ILADS Conference to share her powerful journey. Diagnosed at just 10 years old, Jennifer faced significant challenges in accessing proper treatment and navigating financial and insurance hurdles. Now, she’s using her legal expertise to push for policy changes and improved insurance coverage for...

In this episode of the Tick Boot Camp Podcast , Dr. Chris Turnpaugh of Turnpaugh Health shares his holistic approach to treating chronic Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses. He discusses the importance of addressing the whole body, not just killing the pathogen, and the role of neuroplasticity in recovery. Key topics include: Overview of Turnpaugh Health's multidisciplinary practice Dr. Tu...

Key Points: Megan Bradshaw shares her personal recovery journey and how it led her to pursue a master's in public health at UNC Chapel Hill. She discusses her new role as Government Relations Manager for the Center for Lyme Action, a 501(c)(4) nonprofit dedicated to increasing federal funding for tick-borne disease research and policy. The Center for Lyme Action organizes "fly-in" events...

Key Takeaways: Red Laboratories' Holistic Approach: A comprehensive testing strategy that examines not only pathogens but also immune function and gut health. Phage-Based Borrelia Testing: A groundbreaking method utilizing bacteriophages to directly detect active Borrelia infections, enhancing diagnostic accuracy. Gut Microbiome and Leaky Gut: The vital connection between gut health and Lyme disea...

Join Tick Boot Camp for an exclusive live interview from the ILADS Conference with renowned neuropsychologist Dr. Leo Shea. Dr. Shea, a past president of ILADS, shares groundbreaking insights into the physiological underpinnings of psychiatric and psychological symptoms in Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses. Key Takeaways: The historical shift from viewing psychiatric conditions as theolo...

In this special live episode of the Tick Boot Camp Podcast, recorded at the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) Conference, host Richard Johannesen sits down with Joel Adams, the founder of CelWel, and Dr. Jason Bachewich, a Lyme-literate naturopathic doctor from Winnipeg, Canada. Together, they explore how CellWell, an innovative supplement, is showing promising results in...

Join us for a special live episode of the Tick Boot Camp Podcast from the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) Conference! In this interview, we sit down with Dr. Geoff Dow, an Australian-born researcher specializing in malaria and infectious diseases. Dr. Dow shares his journey from veterinary and biomedical sciences to his groundbreaking work at Walter Reed Army Institute o...

In this special live episode of the Tick Boot Camp Podcast, host Richard Johannesen interviews Dr. Jody Greenfield, a Lyme-literate doctor and ILADS board member. Dr. Greenfield shares his personal battle with Lyme disease, the challenges of getting diagnosed as a medical professional, and his journey from patient to expert in tick-borne illnesses. Key Takeaways: Dr. Greenfield’s background as a n...

Introduction: Guests: Dennis Katz (President) & Michael Macione (VP of Sales & Marketing), founders of Doctor Inspired Formulations Recorded at: ILADS Conference, the largest Lyme disease conference in the world Focus: Providing high-quality, standardized supplements for the Lyme disease community Key Points: Background and Inspiration for Doctor-Inspired Formulations Founded in response t...

In this powerful episode of the Tick Boot Camp Podcast , we delve deep into the world of Lyme disease with Dr. Andi Campitelli , a highly experienced naturopathic doctor from Toronto, Canada. Dr. Campitelli shares her personal journey with Lyme disease, her unique 4-phase treatment approach, and invaluable insights for anyone struggling with chronic Lyme disease. Episode Highlights: Dr. Campitelli...

In this special live episode of the Tick Boot Camp Podcast, host Richard Johannesen interviews Ray Solano, a compounding pharmacist specializing in personalized medications for tick-borne illnesses. Recorded at the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) Conference, this conversation dives into how customized pharmacy solutions can revolutionize Lyme disease treatment. Key Topic...

Key Takeaways: From Plastic Surgery to Functional Medicine: Dr. Jennifer Letitia shares her journey from a career in plastic and reconstructive surgery to functional medicine after facing her own health struggles. Long COVID & Long Lyme - Similar Mechanisms: She explains how long COVID and long Lyme disease share common immune dysfunctions, including spike protein effects, white blood cell act...

In this special live episode of the Tick Boot Camp Podcast , we sit down with Dr. Tom Hight, a board-certified lipidologist and internal medicine specialist, at the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) Conference. Dr. Hight has spent years pioneering cardiovascular risk reduction strategies, but an alarming trend caught his attention—patients with seemingly improving heart he...

Key Takeaways: Dr. Ed Breitschwerdt's Expertise: One of the world’s foremost authorities on Bartonella, Dr. Breitschwerdt has been researching vector-borne diseases for over 40 years. Galaxy Diagnostics: Co-founded by Dr. Breitschwerdt to improve diagnostic testing for Bartonella and other zoonotic infections. Bartonella & Babesia in Chronic Infections: Research shows these intracellular patho...

Theresa Haselmayer, a registered nurse (RN) and holistic practitioner, shares her experiences attending the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) Conference. As a seasoned ILADS conference attendee for over five years, Haselmayer emphasizes the importance of continuous learning in the field of Lyme disease and associated illnesses. Theresa's Background and Transition to Holist...