What if everything you've been told about detoxifying your body is backward? After years of trying every functional medicine protocol, I wish I had known then what I know now about therapeutic plasma exchange.
My journey with plasma exchange started a few months ago when I was looking for ways to address my own toxic burden. I was immediately presented with several options, including various binders, saunas, and IV therapies. Then, I discovered the profound impact of actually removing the plasma that carries these toxins.
In the last year, I have opted to explore plasma exchange, and the results have been incredible.
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Paul Savage, former ER doctor, now functional medicine physician and founder of MDLifespan. We dive deep into what therapeutic plasma exchange actually is, why standard detox methods often fail for severe toxic burdens, and what everyone needs to know about chronic inflammation right now.
The medical establishment is finally catching up to what Dr. Savage has been practicing for years. We cover everything from the science behind plasma exchange and how it compares to standard treatments, to why environmental toxins are the root cause of so many chronic illnesses. You will learn what you can do right now to actually reduce your toxic load, not just manage the symptoms.
What you'll learn in this episode:
Why standard detoxification methods often fail to remove forever chemicals and plastics
What therapeutic plasma exchange is and how it mechanically dilutes the body's toxic burden
Why pacing the treatments a month apart is crucial to avoid severe Herxheimer reactions
How the increase in environmental toxins is driving chronic fatigue, autoimmune issues, and cognitive decline
Why the source of the albumin used in the exchange is a critical safety factor
The truth about chronic infections like Lyme and how reducing toxins helps the body fight them
How to effectively minimize your exposure to toxins in your daily environment
About Dr. Paul Savage:
Dr. Paul Savage is a functional medicine physician, author, and founder of MD Lifespan. He spent 10 years as an emergency room physician before his own health crisis led him to integrative medicine. He now helps patients with severe chronic illnesses truly heal by addressing their toxic burden through specialized plasma exchange protocols.
Resources and People Mentioned:
Air filter Dr. Myers uses in her home (Air Doctor): https://www.airdoctorpro.com/?oid=17&affid=1978
Water filter Dr. Myers uses in her home (Aquasana): https://get.aspr.app/SH1gxW
Vibrant America Total Toxic Burden Test (with forever chemicals add-on): https://vibrant-wellness.com
Dr. David Haase and the Maxwell Clinic: https://maxwellclinic.com/
Avoiding Toxins Book by Dr. Paul Savage: https://mdlifespan.com/plasma-exchange-guides/avoiding-toxins-guidebook/
Connect with Dr. Myers:
Website: https://www.dramymyers.com/
Dr. Myers' Inner Circle: https://www.drmyersinnercircle.com/
Newsletter: https://www.amymyersmd.com/pages/newsletter
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dramymyers
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dramymyers
Connect with Dr. Paul Savage:
Website: https://mdlifespan.com/
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Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome and Dr. Savage's ER Background
02:57 Personal Health Crisis and Discovery of Functional Medicine
07:29 The Transition to Plasma Exchange for Toxin Removal
12:12 What is Therapeutic Plasma Exchange?
15:27 The Evolution and Safety of the Procedure
20:18 The Bathtub Analogy for Toxins
22:42 The Increase in Environmental Toxins
28:02 Measuring Toxins with Vibrant America
34:34 Plasma Exchange for Lyme and Long COVID
40:00 The Importance of Sourcing Quality Albumin
46:27 Patient Selection and Safety Protocols
50:19 Avoiding Herxheimer Reactions
53:20 Cost and Accessibility of Treatment
58:19 Three Ways to Take Back Your Health
