Overview

Join us as we dive into the complex and often confusing world of Lyme disease and mold-related illness two conditions that frequently overlap but require distinct approaches. This presentation will unpack the diagnostic challenges posed by their shared symptoms, such as chronic fatigue and cognitive fog, and provide practical tools and clinical markers to help differentiate between them in even the most challenging cases. We’ll also explore integrative, whole-person strategies for treating patients facing both conditions simultaneously. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your clinical insight and walk away with actionable steps to better support your patients on the path to lasting recovery.

Objectives

● Understand Lyme Disease and Mold/CIRS as overlapping but distinct syndromes.
● Compare diagnostic challenges and clinical markers to help differentiate between the two in complex patients.
● Explore integrative treatment strategies for patients with coexisting Lyme and Mold-related illness.

About the Author

Dr. Casey Kelley, MD, ABoIM

Casey Kelley, MD, ABoIM has dedicated her career to transforming lives by uncovering the root causes of chronic illness and empowering patients to achieve vibrant health and lasting wellness. As a board-certified physician in both Family Medicine and Integrative Medicine, Dr. Kelley is a trailblazer in the field of Functional Medicine and an internationally recognized expert on complex conditions like Lyme disease.

Dr. Kelley is the founder and medical director of Case Integrative Health in Chicago, established in 2019, where she and her team provide cutting-edge, patient-centered care focused on addressing the underlying causes of illness to restore vitality and longevity. She is also a faculty member at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine, where she teaches the next generation of medical leaders.

A graduate of The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Dr. Kelley is a 15-year member of the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) and has served as Treasurer for the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS). Known for her dynamic national lectures, she shares her expertise on Lyme disease and other health topics to educate clinicians and empower patients worldwide.

Dr. Kelley’s work is inspired by her journey of seeking answers to health and healing questions that conventional medicine could not fully address. Through innovative therapies, compassionate care, and an unwavering commitment to her patients, Dr. Kelley continues to set a new standard for integrative and functional medicine.