Episode 388: Irish Lyme Insights - an interview with Doctor John Lambert

• Background of Dr. John Lambert: Dr. John Lambert was born in Scotland, parents immigrated to America, thus obtaining an American education. Returned to the UK in 1999 before settling in Dublin, Ireland shortly after. Working as an infectious disease and Lyme specialist for 18 years. • Education & Professional Journey: College in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Attended University of Sterling in Scotland. Expressed the challenges of transitioning between countries. Always had an inclination towards medical school, initially interested in tropical medicine. Work experience in Haiti at a Mission Hospital. • Infectious Disease Conferences & Updates: Attended a recent Infectious Disease Society of America (IDSA) conference in Boston. Updates on Lyme, coronavirus, HIV/AIDS, tropical medicine, and vaccine developments. • Intricacies of Infectious Diseases: The dual excitement of diagnosing and treating infectious diseases, like Lyme disease. The significance of monitoring patients. Emphasis on evidence-based treatments and results. • Publications and Expertise: Dr. Lambert's 25+ publications. The importance of verifying experts through PubMed searches. The challenges of diagnostics in the Lyme community. • Defining Lyme Disease: Tick Boot Camp provides Tick Boot Camp's definition of Lyme disease. Dr. Lambert's perspective on the definition and the polymicrobial nature of Lyme. • Treatment Guidelines and Controversies: Irish guidelines on Lyme treatment. The debate on chronic Lyme and the skepticism surrounding it. • Immune System Implications: Lyme disease's dual impact on the immune system: immune suppression and potential autoimmune reactions. Discussion on the potential similarities and differences between Lyme disease and other conditions like long COVID. • Diagnostic Tools and Collaborations: Collaboration with Dr. Samiy from the University of North Carolina State. Newer diagnostic tools and their significance. • Treatment Modalities and Approaches: The utilization of LDN (Low Dose Naltrexone) and NAC (N-acetyl cysteine). The importance of maintaining a healthy microbiome. Dr. Lambert's collaborative approach, working alongside herbalists. • Final Thoughts: Emphasizing the bacterial nature of Lyme disease. The importance of timely diagnosis and appropriate treatment.