EP11: Validating Patients With ME/CFS with Dr. Alison Bested

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 unique collaborative environment at the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine. The Institute is where a wealth of clinical experience and cutting-edge research converge to offer the best patient care and develop new treatments for complex diseases. Our clinical researchers work tirelessly to unravel the facts about ME/CFS and find the best treatments suitable for each patient's needs.

Listen in to learn how this collective approach is revolutionizing care for chronic illness sufferers.

Key Points:

00:00 Introduction

02:43 Initial patient assessment and goals in treatment

07:48 Understanding chronic fatigue syndrome at the cellular level

14:29 Introduction to chemical sensitivities: a case study

16:53 Cognitive behavioral therapy and hypnotherapy in patient care

18:25 Self-care strategies for patients with chronic illness

21:51 How INIM pioneers in cutting-edge treatments

24:22 INIM's patient relationship and research integration

26:10 Patient success stories and the importance of energy management

31:35 Cognitive behavioral strategies for maintaining positivity.

Dr. Alison Bested, an esteemed leader in integrative medicine, chairs the Department at Nova Southeastern University and shapes future doctors as an Associate Professor. A Diplomate of Integrative Medicine with a 26-year track record, she specializes in treating complex conditions like ME/CFS and fibromyalgia. Her innovative use of telemedicine has supported patients far beyond her base in Toronto. With fellowships in multiple medical disciplines and authorship of key resources in her field, Dr. Bested's vision is to elevate NSU as a premier center for treatment and research, while educating the public on chronic medical conditions through various media.

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