Looking for Holtorf-practicing doc in Georgia or Southeast

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As I sat and read articles and FAQs on the site of Dr. Holtorf today, I found

myself crying, realizing that the answers to a lot of my questions were right

there in his FAQs. The only problem is that they have only two offices -- in

California. I'm in Georgia. Quite a logistical nightmare.

Does anyone know of a doctor in Georgia or the Southeast who practices based on

Holtorf's methods?

I'll likely take one of the articles I found to my doc and see if he's willing

to try some of the tests and treatments discussed on Holtorf's page, but it

would be so nice to go to someone who actually has had this treatment.

At this point, I've been diagnosed with hypothyroidism (non-Hashimoto's),

fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, thyroid hormone resistance (high reverse T3), and

likely adrenal fatigue. It's like a dog chasing its tail until someone does all

the tests and actually starts treating the disorders rather than the labwork or

individual symptoms.

Thank you all so much for your help. I'm going to cross-post this to other

boards and keep my fingers crossed that someone has a recommendation.

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There are others besides Holtorf who treat rT3 and other non-traditional

thyroid problems. Two sites I know of who offer lists are:

www.wilsonssyndrome.com and www.stopthethyroidmadness.com. I have other

ideas if this doesn't produce anything useful for you.

Lee

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Thank you, Lee. I've checked the 's site and been through STTM a lot.

I'm at a desperate point. I've known that all of my symptoms have been affecting my work/productivity/personality/confidence for more than a year now, getting progressively worse. I just had my annual review, and omg, it was even worse than I thought. I still have a job, but I feel like there's no turning this around, particularly with how bad I feel.

I know I have the RT3 issue, I have low iron and low Vitamin D I know I have adrenal issues, though not yet tested. I may have pituitary issues. Definitely have chronic fatigue, and had positive trigger point testing last week that confirmed fibromyalgia. May also have sleep apnea. I know things could be worse.... but my gosh, I feel like I've become a walking diagnosis.

It seems that everything needs to be addressed in a particular order, starting with adrenal, then iron, then RT3 perhaps? I'm currently self-treating the RT3, but I really need some guidance and need to do this right so I don't lose any more of my life.

A year ago people called me "sunshine" because of my bubbly, high-energy personality. Hence my yahoo ID. I want that "me" back! LOL

So, any other resources you can offer would be greatly appreciated. I might beg a friend to buy me a ticket to California with frequent flier miles if things don't improve soon.

Thank you again, so much. I really appreciate your help and your caring.

Subject: Re: Looking for Holtorf-practicing doc in Georgia or SoutheastTo: RT3_T3 Date: Saturday, January 30, 2010, 4:52 PM

There are others besides Holtorf who treat rT3 and other non-traditionalthyroid problems. Two sites I know of who offer lists are:www.wilsonssyndrome .com and www.stopthethyroidm adness.com. I have otherideas if this doesn't produce anything useful for you.Lee__________________________________________________

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>It seems that everything needs to be addressed in a particular order, starting

with adrenal, then iron, then RT3 perhaps? I'm currently self-treating the RT3,

but I really need some guidance and need to do this right so I don't lose any

more of my life.

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You've got it

Adrenal support to stabilize average temperatures from day to day

Get that ferritin up

Go T3 only for a minimum of 3 months

That will get your RT3 issues sorted and get you " not hypo " .

Most of the other issues like the Fibro and sleep apnea are then

symptoms of the hypo and may well resolve of their own accord.

Good luck

Nick

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for more information on RT3 and Thyroid Resistance go to

www.thyroid-rt3.com

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Thank you so much for clearing this up, Nick. I'm learning more and more every day from this group and from you and Val.

Have a great week.

>It seems that everything needs to be addressed in a particular order, starting with adrenal, then iron, then RT3 perhaps? I'm currently self-treating the RT3, but I really need some guidance and need to do this right so I don't lose any more of my life.> You've got itAdrenal support to stabilize average temperatures from day to dayGet that ferritin upGo T3 only for a minimum of 3 monthsThat will get your RT3 issues sorted and get you "not hypo".Most of the other issues like the Fibro and sleep apnea are thensymptoms of the hypo and may well resolve of their own accord.Good luckNick-- for more information on RT3 and Thyroid Resistance go to www.thyroid- rt3.com__________________________________________________

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Hi .

I'm a new pt at the this center and I can tell you my hmp doc was not willing to

look at the material from their offices. So I made the decision to pay out of

pocket and i do not regret it. The folks there are really nice, why don't you

give them a call to see if you can do a consult by phone? Perhaps with DeeDee

his NP? i see her b/c he's half his price and she consults on the spot with

him anyway. They do labs thru LabQuest which is everywhere and will use this

data to decide on treatment- in conjunction with listening to you. The first

consult is an hour of just listening plus vitals and chart review, I think this

can be done over the phone. But if not, its worth a trip in my opinion , then

maybe followup by phone. It doesn't hurt to propose it! They might have

something worked out since I've

seen quite a few out of towners in the waiting room. I know all scripts and

supplements are compounded at their pharmacy in the same bldg. and can be

mailed.

Well good luck. Its made difference for me to get the guidance of these folks!

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> As I sat and read articles and FAQs on the site of Dr. Holtorf today, I found

myself crying, realizing that the answers to a lot of my questions were right

there in his FAQs. The only problem is that they have only two offices -- in

California. I'm in Georgia. Quite a logistical nightmare.

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> Does anyone know of a doctor in Georgia or the Southeast who practices based

on Holtorf's methods?

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> I'll likely take one of the articles I found to my doc and see if he's willing

to try some of the tests and treatments discussed on Holtorf's page, but it

would be so nice to go to someone who actually has had this treatment.

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> At this point, I've been diagnosed with hypothyroidism (non-Hashimoto's),

fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, thyroid hormone resistance (high reverse T3), and

likely adrenal fatigue. It's like a dog chasing its tail until someone does all

the tests and actually starts treating the disorders rather than the labwork or

individual symptoms.

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> Thank you all so much for your help. I'm going to cross-post this to other

boards and keep my fingers crossed that someone has a recommendation.

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So sorry you're feeling so awful. Here's a tactic I've tried with some modest

success: Go thru Yellow Pages (on line too) and locate NDs withing driving

distance you can tolerate. Call and ask them if they treat rT3, adrenal insuff.,

etc. or if they are willing to talk to you about what's going on with you (many

offer a free 'meet and greet'). Some I contacted that way understood the basics

and were willing to do the research to get up to speed. After all, its an

opportunity for them to grow professionally and make money.

Lee

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Lee, what's an ND?

Feeling pretty brain foggy today - I just can't remember what this is.

Thanks so much for the advice. I really like the idea!

LIsa

Subject: Re: Looking for Holtorf-practicing doc in Georgia or SoutheastTo: RT3_T3 Date: Monday, February 1, 2010, 4:34 PM

So sorry you're feeling so awful. Here's a tactic I've tried with some modest success: Go thru Yellow Pages (on line too) and locate NDs withing driving distance you can tolerate. Call and ask them if they treat rT3, adrenal insuff., etc. or if they are willing to talk to you about what's going on with you (many offer a free 'meet and greet'). Some I contacted that way understood the basics and were willing to do the research to get up to speed. After all, its an opportunity for them to grow professionally and make money.Lee > > > > > > > > > ____________ _________ _________ _________ _________ __>

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> So sorry you're feeling so awful. Here's a tactic I've tried with some modest

success: Go thru Yellow Pages (on line too) and locate NDs withing driving

distance you can tolerate. Call and ask them if they treat rT3, adrenal insuff.,

etc. or if they are willing to talk to you about what's going on with you (many

offer a free 'meet and greet'). Some I contacted that way understood the basics

and were willing to do the research to get up to speed. After all, its an

opportunity for them to grow professionally and make money.

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alternative medical education, can prescribe with varying limits in each state

and tend to deal with some the conditions many traditionally trained MDs avoid

or pooh-pooh. Example: many doctors, including the one I saw for 18 months, who

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