Hope and Help For Fatigue & Chronic Illness

In this week's episode, host Haylie Pomroy is joined by Irina Rozenfeld, a board-certified nurse practitioner, to talk about Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), its effects on the body and working with clinicians to find the right treatment. The heart rate of individuals with POTS, when moving upright, elevates up to 30-40 beats per minute, depending on age. Patients can also experie...

Translational research is now a key player in advancing studies for Gulf War Illness. In this episode, Dr. Amanpreet Cheema, Program Director of Research Operations at the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine, discusses how the experts and researchers at the Institute effectively collaborate to translate scientific discoveries into real-world solutions for Gulf War Illness.  Joined by Haylie Pomroy...

In this episode, Haylie Pomroy delves deep into the perplexing world of viral reactivation with Dr. Nancy Klimas, Director of the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine. Dr. Klimas, with her wealth of expertise, sheds light on how dormant viruses can awaken and the different triggers in our environment. This alters lives and challenges our understanding of the immune system.  From the intricacies of...

In this episode, host Haylie Pomroy and Dr. Jacqueline Junco explore acupuncture's healing capabilities in addressing chronic illness. Originating from Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture has been a proven and time-honored practice that taps into the body's natural healing mechanisms, offering relief and balance for people experiencing stress, pain in different areas of the body, and even co...

In this episode, host Haylie Pomroy sits down with Dr. Richard Deth, Director of the Brain Research and Integrated Nutrition Center at Nova Southeastern University, to discuss the intricacies of metabolic pathways and how oxidative stress can be managed through diet and environmental control. Dr. Deth and Haylie also illuminate the connection between gut health and brain function, shedding light o...

Join Haylie Pomroy, the Assistant Director of the Integrative Medicine Program, as she explores computational biology with our esteemed guest, Travis Craddock, Ph. D., an Associate Professor with expertise in Psychology, Neuroscience, Computer Science, and Clinical Immunology at Nova Southeastern University. Together, they talk about simulating brain functions, tailoring them to different health c...

Are you getting enough nutrition in your food and supplements? In integrative medicine, nutrition plays a crucial role in one's wellness and overall physical health. But our modern lifestyles and busy schedules have occupied our time that meal planning and cooking are no longer an option. In this episode, Haylie Pomroy engages in an insightful conversation with Dr. Stephanie Petrosky, Associate Pr...

In this episode, Executive Director Nathalie Sloane speaks with Dr. Alison Bested, one of our leading physicians at the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine. They sit down and discuss the importance of validating patients' experiences, especially for those with chronic, debilitating illnesses like myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME/CFS), fibromyalgia, and post-COVID syndrome.  They also highlight the un...

If you are interested in joining a Gulf War Illness (GWI) trial, please complete the Recruitment Registry Form. https://redcap.nova.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=Y9YF8JJWJRK8HEKL%20&_gl=1*1fipp18*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3MDc5MTgwMzIuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JeWNyUXVfcXFoQU1WU1pCYUJSM3AyQWRBRUFBWUFTQUFFZ0s1NWZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTg2NjgwMDQ4Ni4xNzA3MTQwNzgx Seeking a medical institution committed to going beyond expectations t...

Haylie Pomroy welcomes Denise Kruszynski, a seasoned family nurse practitioner and functional medicine expert, to discuss the transformative care provided at the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine. Denise Kruszynski brings her extensive background in critical care to the forefront of combating chronic conditions, such as fibromyalgia and post-COVID syndrome, through a functional medicine lens tha...

Join Haylie Pomroy as she sits down with Dr. Jacqueline Junco, one of talented physicians in the Institute with a Master's in Oriental medicine, bringing a unique perspective to the table. As each individuals' condition is complex, exploring alternative treatments in addressing chronic illness can bring immense benefits. This engaging conversation sheds light on the importance of addressing the wh...

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 m...

Host Haylie Pomroy joins Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner Irina Rozenfeld to delve into the heart of personalized medicine. They explore the importance of therapeutic relationships, the ins and outs of patient-centered care, and the significant impact for clinicians to provide personalized attention. The most skilled physicians and medical practitioners emphasize the importance of recognizing ea...

Struggling with a complex disease can feel like navigating a maze with no exit in sight. It's a journey of misdiagnosis, confusion, and an intense search for answers. This is the sad reality most patients like you or your loved ones are facing – and we know it well. Our Executive Director Nathalie Sloane has worked tirelessly to carve a path of help and hope for chronic fatigue and illness. In thi...

Host Haylie Pomroy welcomes a truly inspirational guest, SANARTE Foundation Co-Founder and multi-digital artist Julia Berrios.   Haylie and Julia explore the challenges and victories in dealing with chronic disease like fibromyalgia and myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME/CFS) and the pioneering work being done at the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine, where innovative approaches to diagnosis and trea...

Are you ready to take control of your health and destiny? Join host Haylie Pomroy, Assistant Director of the Integrative Medicine Program at the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine, as she talks with guest Dr. Lubov Nathanson, Associate Professor at Nova Southeastern University's College of Osteopathic Medicine. They go into great detail about the amazing field of epigenetics and how it can change...

In this riveting episode, host Haylie Pomroy of the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine's Integrative Medicine Program is joined by Dr. Theoharis C. Theoharides. Watch as Dr. Theoharides decodes the mysteries behind mast cells and mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS). He also shares actionable advice on how to receive proper diagnosis and treatment for your chronic illness: by taking charge in clo...

If you are interested in joining a Gulf War Illness (GWI) trial, please complete the Recruitment Registry Form. https://redcap.nova.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=Y9YF8JJWJRK8HEKL%20&_gl=1*1fipp18*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3MDc5MTgwMzIuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JeWNyUXVfcXFoQU1WU1pCYUJSM3AyQWRBRUFBWUFTQUFFZ0s1NWZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTg2NjgwMDQ4Ni4xNzA3MTQwNzgx   In this episode, Dr. Nancy Klimas and Retired Sergeant First Class J...

Join Haylie Pomroy as she hosts the Hope and Help for Fatigue and Chronic Illness podcast, brought to you by Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine. Our Institute is dedicated to research, clinical treatment, and education regarding complex chronic diseases, such as Gulf War Illness (GWI) and chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). We understand the difficulties many face in finding answers for these ofte...