Functional Medicine Decatur, GA

 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Tree of Light Health LLC
  
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 Kaley Fowlkes 
 
2024-06-03
 
 
  
I am so grateful I found Tree of Light Health. Martin Van Lear was incredibly helpful, made me feel heard, and was understanding of what I could and couldn’t handle financially in the case of certain tests we could do. I felt very comfortable in office and feel encouraged moving forward with my health.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Alyson Moree 
 
2024-05-29
 
 
  
Mr Van Lear has been a major blessing in my life. He has helped me with my leaky gut and mold detoxification. He is prompt when responding to my emails with questions. He is really knowledgeable in all areas in order to live a healthy and balanced life. I will highly recommend him to friends and family.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Paul 
 
2024-05-28
 
 
  
I've had two appointments with Martin van Lear @ Tree of Life Holistic Health Medicine and made more progress with Martin than I had in several years of seeing multiple other doctors.

For starters, Martin provided me with a correct diagnosis:  CIRS (Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome), sometimes called "mold sensitivity" or "mold allergy", which is more serious than that sounds.

Martin is well-versed in standard allopathic medicine, alternative medical modalities, and naturopathic ones, too.  He brings a really impressive knowledge base that you simply do not find these days, and then applies his vast knowledge to your specific situation in a personalized, caring manner.

Most of what I have done so far is lab work to verify the diagnosis plus some "supportive" measures to help me feel better until I can start the protocol.

Step 1 of the protocol is Remove from Exposure.

I didn't know I was in exposure.  Unfortunately, my new house (spotless, no smells, no visual anything) somehow tested poorly.  Thus, a remediation is scheduled for next week.

Although not strictly his bailiwick, Martin was very helpful in connecting me to the proper remediation company and answered more questions on this than you can probably imagine.  Martin even attended the Zoom call we had with the technical expert and project manager of the remediation company.  Something I didn't know until the meeting starting.  A pleasant surprise.

They have worked together before and having Martin's medical expertise and understanding of my condition paired w/ the remediation company's procedures and goals was very helpful.

Once we complete Step 1, we can move on to Step 2 (it is a 12-step protocol).

Others who have been through this process consistently report that Steps 1 & 2 have the greatest positive impact (they are also the hardest, however!), so I am looking forward to making substantial progress in the coming weeks.

Martin has been terrific about so many things:  1) most importantly, perhaps, is that he diagnosed my root cause issue correctly, 2) he requested the labs to verify and quantify that Dx -- and got the labs paid for by insurance, 3) provided a proper, clearly articulated protocol to follow that is scientifically-proven to not merely alleviate symptoms, but also to actually correct the root cause issues, and 4) described how everything works together and in my particular instance.

The whole process unfortunately takes a fair bit of time.  Current estimates are approximately 18-24 months post-remediation.

I'll provide an update or two along the way.

For now, it's just such a relief to finally find someone who understands my condition exactly and has a clinically proven protocol to get me better.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Stan and Allie Johnson 
 
2024-05-18
 
 
  
I’ve struggled with chronic health issues for several years as a result of mold toxicity. I’ve gone to my PCP, ENTs and different allergists who all pointed me to different RXs, steroids or who wanted me to get surgery as a first resort. No one could tell me what was wrong other than to try and treat the symptoms I had. All the “fixes” were short term and I continued to inevitably get sick over and over again and it all worsened over time. Fast forward a few years to this past February—I came across a mold toxicity webinar from Martin where I learned a lot of great info. But most importantly I felt like I was listening to someone who was describing my exact condition and understood what I was going through. After watching it I took the jump to see this for myself and give him a chance. Through my experience this far—2 office visits, supplementation, exercise
and proper nutrition—I’m back to feeling more like myself than I have in the past few years. There’s still work to be done—but I’m confident that I’m on a path of holistic healing. I’m so grateful for this practice and I hope you will give it a chance—you owe it to yourself and the ones you care about.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 suzette g 
 
2024-05-08
 
 
  
Martin is a wealth of knowledge and has been very helpful with my gut issues. Even though i'm in shape and 'look' healthy my brain fog was off the charts, had random constipation and migraines. I'd been struggling for years and  went to another local doctor for this which just didn't seem very helpful. I won't mention the place but the man wouldn't return emails, it seemed like a factory ran place. Martin does extensive testing and is so patient and eager to help. Turns out, Post infectious IBS and SIBO are two of my issues. I feel much better now after just a few months and am confident if i watch my eating and continue with certain supplements i'll keep these issues at bay.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Liz Haight 
 
2024-04-22
 
 
  
Martin has been wonderful to work with in my healing journey. I am treating with Martin for autoimmune issues and Lyme disease. He is a practitioner that truly cares and dedicated to your healing. I have learned a lot about health and nutrition from him. My symptoms have improved and continuing to improve in his care - I am so grateful for that. I appreciate that he uses a proper mix of western and holistic medicine, when needed. He also has innovative treatments at his clinic. I am very thankful for everything Martin has done for me and continues to do!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Molly Mathes 
 
2024-02-19
 
 
  
I have had nothing but positive experiences with Martin and Tree of Light Health. Martin first helped me navigate several symptoms that were affecting my quality of life. Now that I am feeling healthy and full of energy overall, I am working with Martin towards optimal health. Martin is very in tune with what our bodies need to thrive, especially in a world that works against our bodies and our mental, physical, and spiritual health. I highly recommend Martin and Tree of Light Health if you are looking for alternate ways of treating, nourishing, and supporting your body.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Eileen Kelly 
 
2024-02-14
 
 
  
So glad I was referred to Martin and Tree of Light! I was suffering from Vertigo and some other symptoms with no clear answers after multiple ER and specialist visits.  I feel so much more confident that my overall health and wellbeing are his primary goals.  Martin's breadth of knowledge and willingness to take the time to truly engage with me in depth is so radically different than traditional medicine.  I highly recommend this practice!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Kelli Crowe 
 
2024-01-31
 
 
  
I have been very happy with the care and scope of knowledge I found at Tree of Light Health. During 15 years of deteriorating health I saw a lot of doctors, paid a lot of money and lost hope of ever getting better. Even with my complex mold issues, I left my first appointment with answers and a plan for getting better. And I am getting better. I just can't think of a better review than to say I was very very sick and now I am getting better.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 ms mildred 
 
2024-01-09
 
 
  
I am leary of traditional pharmakeia and medicine as a whole. Martin alleviates normal concerns due to his attentive listening and alternative solutions to life long health issues. I feel I am making progress which I have not through take this pill and see me in six months type practices. His immediate attention through email and communication is fabulous. I cannot recommend him enough I just wish I had discovered him sooner.