Overcoming 20 Years of Chronic Hives and Achieving Two Successful Pregnancies

Tito Ogunsola-Smith (00:03) My life before Dr. Staid and Full Spectrum Integrative Medicine was a challenge. I was tired all the time. I was broken out in hives. I went to a number of specialists and no one could quite figure out what was wrong with me. So for 20 years I dealt with an issue that no one else could solve. And Dr. Staid was the only one who could help me. I should have named both of my children Rashna because I'm convinced she was a big part in why I was able to have two successful pregnancies when many of my physicians told me that wouldn't be the case. The type of services I utilized with Dr. Staid were hormone replacement, I've used IV therapy with her, and just general functional medicine Well, I met Dr. Staid maybe 9 years ago when she was giving a speech. And I left there a patient of Dr. Staid's. And we've been working together ever since. And just Her approach to functional medicine, she takes a really responsible approach, and an evidence-based approach, which I really appreciated and just made me trust her and her expertise. The cost of the investment is something I took into consideration, but I knew that it was worth taking a shot on her approach to medicine and to healthcare. If you consider what I was paying in copays at the time anyhow, and how often I was going to see my physicians, it all sort of evened out. Especially I was able to get an elevated aspect of care that my other physicians weren't able to provide me. She actually listened and I felt that it was well worth the cost. Since working with Dr. Staid my life is now improved in so many different aspects. I sleep now, which was a big battle. was able to have not just one, but two carried them successfully. Some of the physicians I was working with at the time weren't quite sure how, and what I was doing. I mean, some of this was by all means divine, but a lot of it was Dr. Staid's help and guidance. Everything from diet approaches to medication suggestions that no one else was suggesting to hormone replacements and supplement replacements. I just have a lot more energy now and I'm so much less inflamed. The hives I haven't - knock on wood - had in years. On and off steroids. A lot of physicians said I wouldn't be able to get off and she successfully helped me wean. So, I'm just infinitely grateful for Dr. Staid and her help. What surprised me most about the care I received at Full Spectrum Integrative Medicine - and Dr. Staid, by all means, was the care that I received. The access to high-quality supplements, and just the ongoing level of support and access that they provide. One of the therapies that I received from Dr. Staid was hormone replacement therapy. is clearly an expert and a responsible expert in providing hormone replacement. She will be quite honest and evidence-based in her approach. That one is the one that's changed my life most recently, especially postpartum also going through perimonopause. Dr. Staid has a unique approach. She operates on what the evidence actually says. And I think that's a rarity for a functional medicine physician. She really blends traditional and evidence with... wellness. With things that are actually, like, shown to work. She won't lead you down an irresponsible rabbit hole and I really appreciate that. And she's gained my trust over the years, certainly because of that. I've recommended Dr. Staid to so many friends and family members. Not only does she excel in working with the hard to treat, She's someone you want on your healthcare team. She's gonna listen to you. You'll be heard. You'll see the results. And she'll be there every step of the way to kinda support you in that. Kind of a white-glove approach to medicine - It's just not typical, just don't get. I just love working with Dr. Staid and her team. She's built something so unique and I'm just grateful that I found her so long ago, and I would recommend her to any of my family and friends. She's such a big part of why I'm thriving and doing well physically and mentally. Suffering for all those years, I'm just so grateful that she saw through and stuck it out with me through a long and arduous path. So I'm grateful for her.