Our Cities Making Us Sick? Uncovering Environmental Toxins with Dr. Lyn Patrick

What if your home and city are quietly making you sick? In this eye-opening episode, Joe Fier sits down with Dr. Lyn Patrick—environmental medicine expert, educator, and long-time advocate—to shine a light on the invisible toxic exposures affecting almost everyone. From “forever chemicals” in tap water to stealthy mold lurking in buildings, Dr. Patrick unpacks how today’s environments contribute to chronic health issues—and reveals why innovative treatments like therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE) could be game-changers in detoxification and recovery. Expect a hopeful look forward, practical tips, and resources that empower you to take charge of your environment and well-being.

Topics Discussed

• Dr. Patrick’s Journey in Environmental Medicine: How she became a leader in the field, her mentors, and the importance of specialized environmental training for clinicians.
• Hidden Environmental Exposures: The chronic impact of “forever chemicals” (like PFAS), metals, mold, and pollutants in everyday environments—even in seemingly pristine areas.
• Challenges in Conventional Medical Training: Why environmental toxicology is often overlooked in traditional medical education and the gaps this leaves in patient care.
• Testing and Identifying Exposures: How to assess your local risk factors with resources like EWG’s Tap Water Database and understand what’s in your environment.
• Personal Exposure Story: Dr. Patrick shares her own experience uncovering elevated chemical exposures from childhood despite a healthy lifestyle as an adult.
• Therapeutic Plasma Exchange (TPE): How TPE and plasma donation are redefining what’s possible in detoxifying the body from persistent contaminants.
• Preconception Health: The rising importance of detoxification before pregnancy for future generations' health.
• Mold & Mycotoxins: Why mold isn’t just a humid climate issue, the hidden risks in common building practices, and the health challenges related to undetected mold.
• Hope for the Future: Advances in testing, water filtration, and detox protocols; Dr. Patrick’s optimism about human resilience and scientific progress.

Resources Mentioned

• EMEIGlobal: emeiglobal.com
• Environmental Working Group (EWG) Tap Water Database: ewg.org/tapwater
• EPA Superfund Site List: epa.gov/superfund
• Movie — “Dark Waters”: IMDB Link
• Erin Brockovich’s Water Contamination Resource: Erin Brockovich Official Site
• Erin Brockovich Newsletter:https://www.thebrockovichreport.com
• Dr. Anne Marie Fine: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-anne-marie-fine-b798796/
• Dr. Jill Carnahan: https://mdlifespan.com/tpe-bp-podcast/tpe-blueprint-podcast-ep-19-is-mold-behind-your-fatigue-brain-fog-dr-jill-carnahan-unpacks-the-hidden-epidemic-breakthrough-detox-solutions/

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Disclaimer:

MDLifespan PlasmaXchange protocols are designed to support general health and wellness. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The information provided on this podcast is for educational purposes only and should not replace medical advice. Please consult with your healthcare provider before beginning any new health program, especially if you have a medical condition or are taking prescribed medications.