EP43: Legal Advice for Chronic Illness Disability Claims

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In this episode, host Haylie Pomroy explores the challenges people with chronic conditions like chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), long COVID, and other neuro-immune disorders face when trying to get disability benefits. 

Joining her are Dr. Nancy Klimas, Dr. Irina Rozenfeld, and Atty. Edward Dabdoub, who offers valuable advice from both medical and legal perspectives.

Dr. Klimas and Dr. Rozenfeld explain how important it is to properly document symptoms to support a disability claim, while Atty. Dabdoub shares tips on how to avoid common pitfalls when dealing with insurance companies. They also emphasize why it’s crucial to seek help early on in the process.

If you're dealing with a chronic illness or need guidance on disability benefits, this episode offers practical advice and encouragement. Be sure to tune in!

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Dr. Nancy Klimas is the Director of the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine where she directs a group of remarkable interdisciplinary scientists and clinicians. They collaborate to discover innovative strategies for treating and preventing chronic illnesses, while also focusing on training the next generation of clinicians and scientists. With 40 years of professional experience, Dr. Nancy Klimas is internationally recognized for her work in multi-symptom disorders, including ME/CFS, GWI, fibromyalgia, and Long COVID.

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Irina Rozenfeld, DNP, MSHS, APRN, ANP-BC is a Certified Nurse Practitioner committed to the health of her patients. Irina emphasizes patient-practitioner relationships, critical thinking, and patient education to develop an optimal treatment plan and achieve sustainable results. She obtained her Bachelor of Science degree from Nova Southeastern University and a Master of Science in Nursing Studies from Florida International University. Additionally, she has obtained a Master's degree in Integrative Medicine from George Washington University School of Medicine and a Doctoral degree at the University of North Florida.

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Atty. Edward Dabdoub is a distinguished disability lawyer at Dabdoub Law Firm, specializing in long-term disability cases. With a strong focus on representing clients against major insurance companies, he has secured numerous favorable outcomes. A