Frequently Asked Questions

Have you checked out our mission and values? Our staff either lost their jobs and reputations standing up to unlawful, scientifically unsound mandates and guidelines; or, they are living the recovery phase of iatrogenic injury with eyes wide open to the way modern medicine is designed to create lifelong patients.

With 3+ years on the front lines treating nearly 3,000 patients with complex, multi-system illness, our clinical knowledge on restorative and regenerative techniques are unparalleled. The care we deliver is rooted in deep, true scientific evidence base.  We are well-versed in not only western medicine, but other means to restore health and vitality. Our treatment plans leverage safe repurposed drugs, nutraceutical supplements, plant medicine, natural compounds, lifestyle changes, and device recommendations.

Lastly, we are not one-trick-ponies. We have the open-mindedness and humility to recognize that we do not know everything. We are lifelong learners, constantly in pursuit of more effective means of treatment. Our plans have changed from Day 1, to present day. We are not afraid to throw away an old treatment when we recognize there is something safer, more effective, cheaper, or that can handle multiple pathologies at once.

First Nations Medical Board was created and organized to operate as an indigenous medical board wherein healthcare professionals can join and turn to for guidance, organization, and support for the practice of health optimization as such professionals receive no such support from their traditional medical boards and/or states. Currently, only two states (Nevada and Arizona) have “Alternative Medical Boards.” It is the mission of the FNMB to integrate medical professional–such as osteopaths, allopaths, naturopaths, chiropractors, and traditional Indian healers –into a board dedicated to the advancement medical science while preserving effective healing therapies, products, and protocols used for centuries.

FNMB allows Leading Edge Clinic to freely practice medicine in the way we believe is best for our patients. Our integrative approach is supported by FNMB’s mission. In this way, we are protected from politically motivated attacks on patients’ right to choice of treatment when it comes to the use of things like repurposed drugs, and non-‘traditional’ approaches to healing.

As per staying in compliance with the FNMB, any patient of non-native descent with no existing tribal affiliation, must become a “non-tribal member” of the medical board. This is a $35 annual fee

Leading Edge Clinic is not “in-plan” with any insurance. Our clinic spends considerable time with each patient, and employs treatment plans that fall outside of “standard of care”. Our approach to care typically fall outside of the complex administrative nature of these insurance plans, as well as existing network agreements they make with larger health groups that deliver sub-par care. For us to work with insurance, we would have to greatly degrade the level of 1:1 care we provide to patients, in order to bring our operations in line with the administrative guidelines of insurance companies.

We have patients in all 50 states. We are able to see patients in all 50 states by operating under the legal framework of the First Nations Medical Board. 

The only exception to this is Medical Exemption appointments. We can not perform Medical Exemptions in all 50 states, so please inquire with us if you are seeking an exemption

No. The practice fees listed under different program pages include the appointments and nursing support, which includes proactive followup, business time phone availability, and portal messaging.

For treatments and testing, patients can run these through their insurance to cover costs, pay off deductibles, etc…

We take an evidence-based approach to treating patients. We combine what we know about spike protein pathology, with what we know about potential therapeutic interventions, to come up with 1:1 plans for patients based on how they present when they come to us. Treatments involve some combination of repurposed pharmaceutical drugs, nutraceutical supplements, natural compounds, device recommendations, and lifestyle changes. Plans are tailored to individual patients’ financial limitations – the goal is always to treat with the lowest costs to a patient (while also keeping the safe, and providing effective options). We often find the options we present to patients far exceed what they’ve been offered elsewhere. Many patients start their research on the FLCCC website, or with a “Spike Detox” regimen seen elsewhere. Most patients we see need far more than what is being used in these “detox” regimens. Depending on how a patient comes to us, some goals include reversing fluid stagnation (ie: blood viscosity and coagulation, lymph stagnation, interstitial fluid stagnation), supporting the body’s natural processes (ie: immune function/regulation, digestion, brain function, etc…), eliminating any and all pathogens (ie: especially spike protein, but also latent viruses, mycotoxins, etc…), regenerating damaged cells and tissue, and more.

Part of treatment is also educating on how to avoid continued accumulation of spike protein, especially for shedding injured patients

The answer to this question is nuanced. Nearly all of our patients experience improvement. The degree to how much patients improve varies, and is often dependent upon how they come to us, pre-existing comorbities, etc… Most recoveries are not linear. Patients experience ups and downs due to the complex nature of spike protein related conditions.

For Post-Vaccine Syndrome patients, one thing that is difficult to understand at this point, is if “full recovery” is possible. Many patients regain their full functioning to their “before” state of health, but remain on some level of treatment (ie: continued spike detoxing) because: 1) they may still experience flares; and 2) we do not know how long our bodies will produce spike protein from the mRNA vaccines. Even our sickest patients make significant improvements. Of course, there are significantly ill patients who see improvements that are marginal, but even those who make marginal improvements initially, seem to eventually reach greater and greater milestones in recovery.

For Long Haul Covid patients, long-term recovery rates are improved, and patients experience less refractory illness. This is not to say our Long Haul patients do not suffer greatly. Long Haul patients can be just as sick as Post-Vaccine patients. They typically respond faster and better to treatment.

For Shedding Injury patients, spike exposure mitigation strategies combined with spike blocking therapeutics typically helps to resolve their symptoms

There is no one single answer to this question, and we urge you to be wary of anyone that promises or guarantees immediate results. Post-Vaccine Syndrome and Long Haul Covid are complex, multi-system illnesses that can look very different from patient to patient.

One big underlying issue across patients is mitochondrial disruption. All patients have some degree of Cell Danger Response, which causes mitochondria to shut off. Think of this pupil-related analogy. When you are in a pitch black room and then step outside during the middle of the day, it is way too bright to be able to see because of how dilated your pupils are. They need time and gentleness to adjust to new lighting. If we rushed patients out of a Cell Danger Response, especially when other aspects of their injury haven’t been dealt with, it will be too much too fast for their bodies to handle. Getting rid of pathogens takes time, as does nudging the body into greater levels of energy output.

This is not to say we won’t focus on providing immediate relief where possible. We want our patients to be comfortable. Many patients experience different milestones through their healing journey, before they reach their ultimate goal of feeling like they used to.

Shedding patients are a bit different. They may experience immediate resolution of symptoms after implementing spike mitigation strategies and therapeutics.

Please call our office if you have more questions

Of course you can. The word “adjunctive” implies that this program is added to something else (ie: traditional treatment). Studies show that repurposed drugs actually help improve the outcomes of chemotherapy and radiation treatments. For example, some Ivermectin studies, like this one, show it can reverse multi-drug resistance of cancer to chemo treatments. We will, of course, continue to monitor for possible drug and supplement interactions as your oncologist makes changes to your traditional treatments.

For more information about the synergistic effects of our program, with traditional onology treatments, please consult Dr. Marik’s book

No, you do not have to participate in traditional cancer treatments, if you do not want to. We have patients who make an informed decision to only pursue the use of repurposed drugs, nutraceutical supplements, natural compounds, and metabolic interventions. We also have patients who have exhausted all their options with traditional treatments. We highly recommend doing your due diligence when making this decision. As mentioned in the above FAQ answer, many of our treatments enhance the outcomes of traditional oncological standard of care.

No. We are not oncologists. We are clinicians working with the research available to us to give cancer patients their best shot at disease resolution. We do not have the capabilities of an oncology office (ie: delivering standard of care treatments). If possible, we do recommend finding an integrative oncologist that is amenable to adjunctive modalities of care.

Dr. Marik’s cancer care book is an amalgamation of research that has been done on various repurposed drugs, nutraceutical supplements, and metabolic interventions. It is a gold-mine for scientific study. It contains the references to help demonstrate to your oncologist why these therapies are both effective and safe, and therefore should be part of your cancer treatment plan.

We understand that even in the face of hard evidence, some providers will still reject these therapies. That is why it is important to find an oncologist with an open mind, and a willingness to challenge their own pre-conceived understanding of things. Integrative oncologists tend to be anyone’s best bet.

Part of our cancer care program is the observational study we are conducting, to better understand how these therapies improve patient outcomes. While there is no silver bullet, we will continue to pursue what is best for our patients based upon the information we have available to us.

Part of identifying the best treatment modalities for cancer patients, and to better understand who responds and who doesn’t to certain treatments, we are conducting an observational study. Since the study is observational in nature, there are no “placebos” given to participating patients. Additionally, patients are not mandated to comply with any specific aspect of the treatment plan. Lastly, patients do not have to participate if they do not wish to. This will not impact treatment.

The Rebuild Medicine observational study data collection team will be collecting data at specific milestones: six-month, twelve–months, eighteen–months, twenty-four months, three years, four years and five years following your entry into the study. If at any timepoint a patient is lost to follow-up, the team will contact the patient by telephone to obtain updated information on their health status.

General Medicine care is designed as an alternative to your primary care provider wellness visits. However, if you have an existing condition that requires physical examination, we recommend maintaining a relationship with a local primary care provider. Since we are a telehealth provider, we are not able to provide physical examinations

Yes, of course. We can provide lab requisitions. You can take these orders to a local commercial lab to be fulfilled

Yes, we can care for patients with an existing condition. However, if your condition requires physical examination, we recommend simultaneously maintaining a relationship with a local provider. Additionally, depending on your existing care, you may be better suited for another one of our care programs. Register to find out which program is right for you.

Register as a patient and get in contact with our office staff! We will provide honest and open communication about care we have delivered for similar patients, and our approach. If we haven’t treated anyone like you (yes, we get some very complex stuff), we will research the history of your illness prior to your appointment, and determine what strategies may be sensible for what you are dealing with. Evidence-based medicine has become a cliche, catch-all term that is so rarely performed in practice. However, we truly take an evidence-based approach to your treatment.

We take an evidence-based approach to treating patients. We combine what we know about root cause of disease, with what we know about potential therapeutic interventions, to come up with 1:1 plans for patients based on how they present when they come to us. Treatments typically involve some combination of repurposed pharmaceutical drugs, nutraceutical supplements, natural compounds, device recommendations, and lifestyle changes. Plans are tailored to individual patients’ financial limitations – the goal is always to treat with the lowest costs to a patient (while also keeping the safe, and providing effective options). We often find the options we present to patients far exceed what they’ve been offered elsewhere. 

The answer to this question is nuanced. Nearly all of our patients experience improvement. The degree to how much patients improve varies, and is often dependent upon how they come to us, pre-existing comorbities, etc… Most recoveries are not linear. Patients experience ups and downs, due to the complex nature of their conditions. We do not want to mislead anyone with the promise of full recovery. We will employ successive trials of various therapies that can benefit you, based upon your condition. These therapeis will be unlike what you’ve been offered elsewhere, and will aim to support the body’s natural vitality.

There are many reasons someone may consider thyroid and adrenal function testing. Some of these include fatigue, weight gain, weight loss, hair loss, loss of appetite, temperature intolerances, GI issues, dry skin and hair, chronic fatigue, muscle aches and weakness, anxiety and restlessness, difficulty sleeping, tremors, autoimmunity, depression, etc…

There are many reasons someone may consider hormone evaluation. Hormones are deeply intertwined. They form a complex signaling network important for regulating and coordinating a wide range of physiological processes, including growth, metabolism, immune function, mood, sleep, sexual function, and reproduction. Endocrine dysfunction, often referred to as hormonal imbalance, can lead to a variety of health issues.

Common symptoms of hormonal imbalances include: 

• Changes in energy levels, mood, and libido
• Menstrual cycle irregularities
• Fertility issues
• Disrupted sleep patterns
• Unintentional weight change
• Loss of muscle mass
• Persistent fatigue
• Constipation or diarrhea
• Brittle bones
• Hirsutism (excessive hair growth) or hair loss
• Acne
• Rashes
• High or low blood pressure and blood sugar

There are many reasons someone may consider gut testing. Here are a few…

• If you exhibit symptoms or have conditions related to gastrointestinal (GI) health, such as unexplained weight loss, sugar cravings, or skin rashes/allergies, or present with anxiety, stress or depression
• Or, if you experience digestive disorders such as diarrhea, constipation, bloating, ga, indigestion, or unexplained stomach pain; any of which can be indicative of IBS, IBD, or other bowel disorders
• If you have symptoms suggesting a parasitic infection, such as prolonged diarrhea, cramping, and nutritional deficiencies
• Those who have signs of malabsorption or malnutrition, such as unexplained weight loss, fatigue, or deficiencies in vitamins and minerals
• If you have autoimmune diseases or immunodeficiency
• Or, if you have chronic illness such as CFS and fibromyalgia
• If you have recently recovered from a GI infection but continue experiencing symptoms
• Patients who have recently taken antibiotics or other medications that can alter the gut flora
• If you want to take a proactive approach to managing your gut flora.

There are many reasons someone may consider neurotransmitter testing. Neurotransmitters play a role in mood, cognition, muscle movement, and sleep. The delicate balance of neurotransmitters is integral to maintaining optimal brain function, and disruptions in this equilibrium can contribute to a spectrum of neurological and mental health conditions . Here are a few scenarios where neurochemical imbalances may be at play….

• Mood/affective disorders
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Addictive behaviors
• Insomnia
• Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder
• Long Haul Covid, Vaccine Injury, or Vaccine Shedding Injury
• Neurological conditions (Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, etc…)

GLP-1s, such as Ozempic, provide immediate results, but at significant cost to the users. There is still a lot to be learned about the long-term side effects of these drugs, but early indications give us great concern. There are reports of vision loss, muscle wasting disease, and other significant and permanent side effects. We believe this is the wrong way to approach weight loss

The conventional approach to treating Type 2 Diabetes has been to use insulin. When you consider the fact that Type 2 Diabetes is a lifestyle-acquired condition marked by insulin resistance, you can quickly see why the use of insulin is detrimental to patients. We tackle insulin resistance through a combination of lifestyle changes (diet and exercise), natural compounds, and (if necessary) pharmaceutical drugs with good safety profiles (ie: Metformin)

You certainly could! However, some cases are more complicated than others. Additionally, there is a lot of information out there that can lead to outright dangerous practices. If you are seeking a safe way to educate yourself, and wean your body away from its insulin resistance, this program is great for you

There are many reasons someone may consider micronutrient analysis. Micronutrients play pivotal roles in numerous physiological processes, such as energy production, immune system function, inflammation reduction, antioxidant defense, hormonal balance, cellular aging prevention, tissue health maintenance, and cancer prevention and management. Micronutrient deficiencies can lead to a wide range of health issues and complications, including impaired immune function, increased susceptibility to infections, compromised cognitive function, poor wound healing, fatigue, anemia, bone disorders, low energy, poor skin health, hair loss, chronic diseases. These deficiencies disrupt essential physiological processes and can significantly impact overall health and well-being.

Here are a few scenarios where nutritional imbalances may be at play….

• chronic diseases
• metabolic disorders
• gastrointestinal issues
• autoimmune conditions
• those following restrictive diets
• high level athletes
• elderly individuals

There are situations where patients come to us only wanting to learn about the use of DMSO for the treatment of a particular condition, where we may know additional things that may help with said condition. A conversation will be had about expectations prior to scheduling, outlining whether or not a patient is interested in hearing everything we have to say. There are some situations where it may present a moral dilemma to not notify patients of additional treatment alternatives. Patients will be notified if this is the case, so they understand more than DMSO will be covered in an appointment

Since we are a telehealth practice, we are unable to see patients in-person to deliver IV DMSO. If patients are able to locate somewhere local to them that can facilitate IV treatments, we can provide guidance to be followed.

No, the prescriptions are a separate cost paid directly to the pharmacy

Some organizations choose to operate this way. We are not proponents of sending out prescription kits to patients without having a proper visit with history and other important details. These details will ultimately guide the treatment to make it more effective. It will also reduce the possibility of adverse reactions.

Yes. We have Meds On Hand appointments for patients seeking guidance and access for the use of repurposed drugs in situations of acute illness. Due to the non-emergent nature of these visits, there are differences in the program, costs, etc… Check out the page for the Early Treatment/Meds On Hand program.

The use of repurposed, broad-spectrum antiviral drugs in the treatment of acute viral illness is most effective when started as soon as symptoms begin (or, even exposure if you know you’ve been around someone acutely ill). The longer into the acute stage you go without treatment, the higher the risk of developing complications.

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide acute illness care for Covid, Flu, and RSV to patients who are currently hospitalized. While hospitalized, you are under the care of the hospitalists, who do not allow for outside care in nearly all cases, due to liability concerns. We have gone to great lengths in the past. Unfortunately we could not help hospitalized patients, as we were blocked by their legal teams.

Some organizations choose to operate this way. We do not send out prescription kits to patients. We believe in having a proper visit with history and other important details. This will ultimately guide the treatment to make it more effective, and reduce the possibility of adverse reactions.

Patients receive detailed visit summaries that communicate the protocols to be implemented should you become sick. You can simply log into your patient portal to find out what to do in case you do become ill. 

In absence of a recent Covid-19 infection (prior 3 months), or a recent Covid vaccine (prior 3 months), your antibody levels should be negligible. However, this is not the case with many patients we see. Whether through viral persistence from SARS-Cov-2 infection, or from spike protein persistence from mRNA vaccines, even in patients who are asymptomatic, we may continuously witness elevated antibody levels. This indicates continued immune response towards the spike protein, which is often associated with symptomatic conditions. If asymptomatic patients have high spike antibody levels, we may pursue more aggressive treatment plans.

If patients become symptomatic with multi-system, complex illness, then a discussion with your provider may warrant a need to move into a different treatment plan. Plans for symptomatic patients provide the higher levels of 1:1 support needed by sick patients.

Many types of patients can benefit from the SSP. Clinical improvements in many conditions have been noted, such as:

• Anxiety and depression
• PTSD, trauma histories
• Auditory hypersensitivities
• Dysautonomia/POTS
• Multiple chemical sensitivity
• Mast Cell Activation Disease
• Adrenal fatigue/dysfunction
• ME/CFS (myalgic encephalitis/chronic fatigue syndrome)
• Chiari malformation, intracranial pressure issues, and ECF leaks
• Mood dysregulation
• ADD and ADHD
• Motion sickness
• Misphonia (a strong reaction to certain sounds, such as dripping water, chewing, tapping)
• Auditory processing disorder
• Sensory processing disorder
• Emotional regulation difficulties

Some patients do not experience any symptoms at all. Some patients find that they feel fatigued after listening to the music, and this is a sign that the inner ear muscles are being strengthened. Other patients experience signs of autonomic nervous system responses, such as nausea, dizziness, sweating, heart rate changes, flushing, etc… If these symptoms do occur, they tend to resolve when the treatment is paused. However, we want to avoid setting these off, especially for our chronically ill patients. This is why titration and guidance is important – Aly will recognize these symptoms, and pause the program before a patient has “overdone it”.

We do not want to create a scenario in which you are “pushing through” symptoms in order to reach a certain number of minutes of treatment – that is why the cost includes 20 sessions for 5 hours of listening. This isn’t meant to be 5-day/1 hour per day frequency, and we will modify the length of session based upon your needs. Typically, if symptoms arise during listening, patients will pause the music, and do various breathing and nervous system regulation exercises together with Aly. After a few minutes pause, most patients are able to resume the music. However, in the case where someone experiences more prominent or persistent symptoms, we will pause and resume in the next session.  Symptoms do not mean the program is not working; rather, they are an indicator that the treatment is influencing the nervous system.

SSP provides both lightly filtered and unfiltered playlists that patients can access outside of their sessions. The fully filtered music must be supervised with your guide. 

You will have access to the lightly filtered and unfiltered music on an ongoing basis. If you wish to go through the filtered music program a second time at some point in the future, there is a reduced cost offering.

Patients with a heavy burden of tinnitus will need to be monitored a lot more closely. This isn’t to say they can not perform the program, but it may be more difficult for them than other patients.

Individuals with a history of seizures must be on a medication to control the seizures and be seizure-free for one year prior to beginning the SSP.

Yes! We love working with children who can benefit from the Safe & Sound Protocol. However, since this is done via telehealth, we ask for a parent to be present for the sessions to help keep the children focused. It is perfectly okay for kids to get up here and there, but they will get more out of the program the more they are able to remain relaxed and focused on the music during the sessions.

No. Dr. Kory was stripped of his board certifications. Board certifications are “accolades” given as part of a voluntary process involving testing and continuing education requirements around a medical specialty. Being stripped of these does not impact Dr. Kory’s ability to practice medicine.