In this episode, I introduce you to Dr. Nancy O’Hara

She is a board-certified pediatrician who specializes in treating PANS, PANDAS and BGE and other neurodevelopmental disorders. She is a leading trainer and mentor of clinicians in the US and globally, educating medical professionals to recognize, diagnose and treat PANS, PANDAS and BGE.

Dr. O’Hara graduated with highest honors from Bryn Mawr College, as part of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. She earned her Master’s degree in Public Health from the University of Pittsburgh, and completed her residency, chief residency and general pediatric fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh.

Before she began her medical career, Dr. O’Hara taught children with autism. From 1993 to 1998 Dr O’Hara was a practicing general pediatrician and partner in a group practice. In 1999, she began her consultative, integrative practice for children with special needs, dedicating her practice to treating children with neurodevelopmental disorders, ADHD, PANS/PANDAS and BGE, OCD, Lyme, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Today she speaks about:

Introduction and Background (0:00)

Understanding PANS and PANDAS (6:14)

Symptoms and Diagnosis of PANS and PANDAS (6:32)

Risk Factors and Genetic Predispositions (11:21)

Treatment Approaches for PANS and PANDAS (18:55)

Challenges in Diagnosis and Medical Education (27:14)

Conclusion and Final Thoughts (28:22)

Join me for this episode of Mommy Heal Thyself to learn more about ways to identify and address neurological issues that may be affecting your child.