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Demystifying PANS/PANDAS Podcast

Nancy O'Hara MD
PANS
PANDAS
Functional Medicine
Autoimmune Disorders
Autoimmune Diseases
Lyme Disease
Naturopathic Medicine
Mast Cell Activation Syndrome
Autism
Emotional Support
Nutrition
Immune System
Mold
Genomics
Anxiety
Gut Health
Bartonella
Childhood Psychological Health
Neuropsychiatric Conditions
Homeopathy

Welcome to the Demystifying PANS/PANDAS Podcast with Dr. Nancy O'Hara! Ever wondered why some kids experience sudden, life-altering behavioral changes? This podcast delves into PANS (Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome) and PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Strep). Experts explore the triggers, symptoms, and innovative treatments for these autoimmu... more

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What if healing didn't start with another treatment, but with the space your family walks into every day? In this episode of Demystifying PANS/PANDAS, Dr. Nancy O'Hara speaks with designer and author Stephen Saint-Onge about how home environments inf... more

The most powerful tool in pediatric care may not be a test or a treatment… but presence. In this episode of Demystifying PANS/PANDAS, Dr. Larry Rosen shares how curiosity, listening, and relationship-centered care change outcomes for children with co... more

What if one of the most commonly used childhood medications carries risks that medicine has failed to fully confront? In this episode of Demystifying PANS/PANDAS, I speak with Dr. William Parker about decades of research connecting acetaminophen expo... more

In this episode of Demystifying PANS/PANDAS, I talk with TruDOSE leaders Tapley Holland and Elena Herning about how precision-dosed platelet therapy works to modulate immune dysfunction, calm neuroinflammation, and support healing in children and adu... more

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Larry Rosen
Integrative pediatrician and founder of Whole Child Center, with over thirty years of experience in pediatric care.
Whole Child Center
Episode: From Reassurance to Recognition: When Symptoms Mean More
William Parker
Visiting scholar at the University of North Carolina and biochemist with a focus on autism research.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Episode: When a Common Fever Drug Changes Brain Development
Dr. Josh Green
Naturopathic physician in Burlington, Vermont with a background in whole foods nutrition and integrative medicine.
Vermont Natural Family Medicine
Episode: The Diet Mistake Almost Everyone Makes With Kids
Dr. John Gaitanis
Exceptional neurologist and advocate for children with neurodevelopmental conditions
MedMaps
Episode: Why Sudden Skill Loss Is a Medical Emergency
Dr. Tom Moorcroft
America's premier Lyme disease educator and founder of the Lyme Disease Practitioner Certification and Mentorship Program.
Lyme Disease Practitioner Certification and Mentorship Program
Episode: The Most Misdiagnosed Illness in America? A Lyme Expert Explains
Inna Topiler
Functional clinical nutritionist specializing in Hashimoto's and hypothyroidism, and host of her own podcast.
Episode: From Self-Blame to Self-Compassion: Parenting a Child with PANS/PANDAS
Craig Shimasaki
President and CEO of Moleculera Biosciences, researcher in autoimmune disorders
Moleculera Biosciences
Episode: The Hidden Link Between Infections and Sudden Behavior Changes
Dr. Sheila Kilbane
Board certified pediatrician trained in integrative medicine.
Founder and medical director of Infinite Health
Episode: Leaky Skin, Leaky Gut, Leaky Brain: The Hidden Connection in Kids
Beth Lambert
Founder and Executive Director of Documenting Hope
Documenting Hope
Episode: The ‘Total Load’ Theory Every Parent Should Know

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Dr. Nancy O'Hara
Host of the podcast, she brings expertise in pediatric health and neurodevelopmental disorders, focusing on holistic and integrative approaches.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 67 ratings
  • informative & easy to understand

    Dr. O'Hara offers so much education and support for families, and medical providers. I have learned so much from her and this in turn has allowed me to help more families. I am so grateful that this podcast is available to the public.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elapayover
    United States6 days ago
  • Excellent

    This is one of my favourite podcasts. A diversity of guests with different expertise and experiences keeps it very interesting and provides a wealth of knowledge. Helpful for kids with PANS/PANDAS and for others, including how to support and optimise health.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grizzlyrudolph
    Canada6 months ago
  • Dr O’Hara is my hero

    I have learned so much from Dr O’Hara. I appreciate the work that she does so very much. This podcast is fantastic! Thank you!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grateful Pediatrician
    United States7 months ago
  • The BEST podcast on PANS/PANDAS

    As a mom who has listened to hundreds of podcasts on this subject, this is truly the best one I’ve found. Dr. Nancy O’Hara brings on the most knowledgeable guests, offers practical advice, and gives hope to a group of listeners who desperately need hope. I’ve learned so much from this podcast and appreciate the time and expertise that is poured into this show. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Freeportian
    United States8 months ago
  • This is a Safe Space for Parents

    As a mom who always searched for the next three things that would help her child on the spectrum and pervasive developmental disorder, I feel like I have come home. Yes, Dr. O’Hara focuses on PANS/PANDAS here, but there is so much overlap into other causes of neuro-inflammation which she and her expert guests discuss at length.

    This podcast is not only informative, it is compassionate. In Dr. O’Hara’s voice and demeanor, one can sense just how completely devoted an advocate she is to the famil... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Christine St. Georges
    United States9 months ago

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The podcast is highly recommended for those navigating PANS/PANDAS, with many praising Dr. O'Hara's compassionate and knowledgeable approach.
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When a Common Fever Drug Changes Brain Development
Q: What evidence supports the conclusion of a connection between acetaminophen and autism?
There are 30 lines of evidence, including toxicological data and laboratory animal studies that indicate acetaminophen's potential harm.
When a Common Fever Drug Changes Brain Development
Q: What have you concluded about the connection between acetaminophen and autism?
We concluded that exposure of susceptible individuals to acetaminophen can trigger autism spectrum disorder.
The Most Misdiagnosed Illness in America? A Lyme Expert Explains
Q: How did you get into Lyme Disease? How did you get to be this expert?
Dr. Moorcroft shares his personal struggle with Lyme Disease, highlighting how his experiences motivated him to help others facing similar challenges.
Brain First Parenting: A Calmer Way to Handle Big Behaviors
Q: How can we translate what you know about your child now and how their brain works to the school setting?
Change the focus from just behavioral expectations to understanding the neurobiology behind their behaviors, and then discuss necessary school accommodations.
Brain First Parenting: A Calmer Way to Handle Big Behaviors
Q: So what does it mean to parent a child or a teenager whose brain works differently than expected?
It means understanding that those seemingly easy brain tasks or cognitive skills aren't so easy for that individual, and it's not about willingness but about their skills.

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Aimed at parents and practitioners alike, the series offers insights into the complexities of Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) and Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Strep (PANDAS). Episodes feature expert discussions that encompass the triggers, symptoms, and holistic treatment options for these conditions, offering both scientific explanations and compassionate support. Noteworthy is the focus on personal stories of resilience and recovery, providing hope to families navigating the challenges associated with these disorders, making it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand or find solutions to neuropsychiatric issues in children.

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1. Untangling PANDAS & PANS: Conversations about Infection-Associated, Immune-Mediated Neuropsychiatric Disorders
2. Mom & Doc Talk: Healing PANS/PANDAS
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4. Change Your Brain Every Day
5. The Mel Robbins Podcast

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1. Larry Rosen
2. William Parker
3. Dr. Josh Green
4. Dr. John Gaitanis
5. Dr. Tom Moorcroft
6. Inna Topiler
7. Craig Shimasaki
8. Dr. Sheila Kilbane

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