Many patients enter the world of tick-borne disease without an understanding of its complexities. A surprising amount of doctors fall into this same category. This blog aims to address this issue by providing the best steps for educating your doctor and helping them become better at diagnosing and treating tick-borne diseases.
You are already on our website, which means you are ahead of most of the population. Encouraging your doctor to visit and take advantage of all our great resources is a helpful first step in education. Project Lyme offers various materials including:
Invisible International is a non-profit organization that offers FREE Continuing Medical Education (CME) courses on various topics, including tick-borne disease. This is a fantastic resource for doctors or patients looking to learn at their own pace with guided course material.
The mission of ILADS is to educate healthcare professionals about the appropriate diagnosis and treatment of tick-borne diseases. The Annual Scientific Conference, held in person, is intended for medical professionals including MDs, DOs, NDs, PAs, NPs, RNs, LCSWs, DCs, PhDs, psychologists, researchers, and other professionals assisting patients with Lyme and related diseases. Medical doctors and nurses are eligible to earn CME credits. Project Lyme is proud to sponsor this conference and help fund educational grants available for medical care providers attending a conference for the first time or who may need financial assistance to attend. Encourage your doctor to apply today!
The LDA and the Columbia Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons hold an annual scientific conference which is held virtually. This conference is designed to meet the high standards for CME credits for medical & health professionals and researchers.
LymeBytes!™ Symposium is a conference to bring together both physicians and students interested in Lyme research, and patients who have not found success with the conventional management of Lyme. This conference is hosted by experts in the field who can guide your doctor on alternative approaches to treating tick-borne diseases.
The LivLyme Summit is a yearly conference featuring 20 different experts, researchers, clinicians, and government officials covering topics from alpha-gal allergies to Lyme-X. The foundation is a nonprofit organization providing financial assistance to families of children suffering from Lyme disease, funding scientists for Lyme and tick-borne disease research, and delivering tick education and awareness. The Summit’s are recorded and available to review for free.
Education
07/24/2024
Education is the forefront of our work, so when Project Lyme’s executive team received an invitation to meet at the Australian Consulate Office in New York City to educate a senate committee about tick borne disease in the United States, we jumped at the opportunity. This blog outlines the topics covered in the meeting and is helpful for anyone wanting to learn more about tick-borne disease.
Education
07/08/2024
Melissa Bell, President of the Florida Lyme Disease Association, recently met with Florida Surgeon General Joseph A. Ladapo, MD, PhD, to discuss Lyme disease in their state. Their zoom call also included others from the Department of Health as well as Professor Kerry Clark from the University of North Florida. Here is a follow-up email Melissa sent to the Dr. Ladapo, summarizing the call. This is a highly informative resource for anyone seeking to contact their local and state health officials.
Education
06/24/2024
As summer arrives, many families are planning vacations and trips. This blog highlights the importance of being aware of the different types of ticks and the diseases they can transmit when traveling abroad. By understanding these risks and taking preventive measures, you can ensure a safer and more enjoyable trip if you are traveling to Europe this summer.
