LLMD's in the midwest

[Ephedra]

I know you can't put them out here in the open but if anyone has any personal recommendations on LLMD's in the midwest, please pm me.  I already have names of some but I'm looking for positive personal experiences from others.

Anyone in the midwest??  

[cave76]

The doctor's name I referred you to was Dr. Chas. Crist in Columbia MO.

I do know his treatment of Lyme (through people whose judgement I trust) is science based. (But his web site also tells of other conditions he treats for that may or may not be science-based. I think it is dependent on the patient to request antibiotics.

I don't know if he's accepting new patients. If you find out would you let us know, please?

[mojogal]

If you can PM me, I will send you the info. With my iPad for some reason it doesn't allow me to start a PM.

[Ephedra]

Sorry for the delay everyone, I actually forgot posting this question so long ago.  I do know of a few.  I was just wanting good personal recommendations, if possible.  It's just too strange going to a Dr that knows less than I do.  I understand the complexity of Lyme associated diseases and I was just hoping to find one that really knows what they're doing.  I always keep coming across the same three over and over again.  One needs a referral, the other one is too far, and the third one I'm current with now but doesn't seem to be very caring or knowledgeable.

Mojogal, what was the support group you speak of?    

Thanks!

[LazyMoose]

There are quit a few actually, with waiting lists though. If you just google it, you will find one of the lyme association websites, which can provide some info - after you explain your story they contact you, its very under ground for protection reasons.. No one will just send a whole list.

[cave76]

Have you found a doctor that fits your needs?

Also, since I've ever been fond of the practice in any forum of keeping doctor's names 'secret' I asked MedHelp for clarification. Their answer is found at:
http://www.medhelp.org/posts/Lyme-Disease/Can-we-post-a-doctors-name-on-MedHelp/show/1992260

There are still many doctors who do wish to fly under the radar and I understand why and agree with their decision. But the ones who are 'visible'  via a web site may be posted here---- with some regulations found at the link above.

[mojogal]

Another way to go is to try an integrated medicine Dr. I met one on another support group. He said he and many others are now treating Lyme and the good thing is they take insurance.

Good luck to both of you!

[cave76]

I'll PM  you with a possible name. I don't know if he's still practicing or not but I do know that I probably would have gone to him.

If he's not available, I may have some more contacts for you.

wonko---- I'll do the same for you.

Like I said----  at least it's a try.

[wonko]

I'm in the Midwest, but sadly I'm in the same boat of looking for an LLMD.  I was already treated for years (on the East coast before I relocated) and am not right now in immediate need.  But I wish I had a good list just in case.  So please, anyone who has recommendations also PM me.  

I did see a Dr. O in MN, but it was a 4.5 hour drive and logistically became impossible.