IEP Radio with Michael Schrantz IEP Radio with Michael Schrantz

-Overview of Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome
-Testing buildings before "ERMIs" were available (tape-lifts, VCS testing)
-Utilizing "ERMIs" in the field
-The develop/value of HERTSMI-2 sampling
-Patient recovery and passing HERTSMI-2 scores
-Actinomycetes (gram-positive bacteria) research
-Endotoxin (gram-negative bacteria) research
-Putting it all together (What Dr. Shoemaker recommends for testing)

IEP RADIO EP 31 CHRISTIAN CIRS NETWORK with Dr. Alan Gruning

Click Here: https://youtu.be/DoeBpP4p15A

In this episode, Dr. Alan Gruning and I discuss the new Christian CIRS network (https://cirsnetwork.com/), a non-profit resource, for those looking for health & environmental resources with Christian values & influence.
CHRISTIAN CIRS NETWORK (CCN): https://cirsnetwork.com/
-Overview of CCN
-Who the audience is
-How CCN can help the public
-How practitioners can get involved
-Update on the effects of Hurricane Ian (Sept 2022) and the effects on a region of CIRS

CONTACT FOR DR. GRUNING: https://fibromyalgiafortmyers.com/.../dr-alan-gruning-d-o/

DR. GRUNING'S FREE PAIN CLINIC: https://freepainclinic.org/

In this "Open Mike" discussion, John and I set the record straight regarding the history, application, and ongoing debates involving of ERMI, HERTSMI-2, and MSQPCR that come up between IEPs, clinicians, and clients.

-Overview of PCR, QPCR, and MSQPCR technologies
-EPA development of "ERMI" (2007 AHHS 1 study)
-The 2013 EPA Office of Inspector General Report regarding ERMI
-Review of EPA's 2020 Study (ERMI, AHHS 2)
-Review of EPA's 2021 Position paper on ERMI
-Professional considerations when interpreting MSQPCR data
-Review of Dr. Shoemaker's HERTSMI-2 analysis
-John & Mike's takeaways

COFFEE BREAK SERIES
TYPES OF MOLD SAMPLING-CONSIDERATIONS & LIMITATIONS

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

1. Air Sampling (culturing & direct examination (microscopy)
2. DIY vs working with a professional
3. Surface sampling (tape, swab, bulk)
4. MSQPCR surface dust sampling ("ERMI")
5. A "Mold Dog"
6. Closing considerations including interpreting the sample data

COFFEE BREAK SERIES
What does a good IEP Inspection look like?


IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:
1. Critical thinking & making you the priority
2. Cavity sampling, Mycometer, Borescoping
3. Not playing doctor
4. Interviewing the client
5. The visual assessment
6. Collection of samples
7. The report and what should be in it
8. Credentials & Search tools

Useful links & resources:
ACAC: https://www.acac.org/find/database.aspx
ISEAI: https://iseai.org/find-a-professional/
SurvivingMold: https://www.survivingmold.com/

Finding the right IEP document from ISEAI:
https://iseai.org/finding-the-right-indoor-environmental-professional-to-assess-your-home/

IEP Radio's 4-part Remediation/Cleaning Series:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJULlf2CnqhStkO77YRnalhzdlrYCsvjx

SurvivingMold's Microbial Remediation Document:
https://www.survivingmold.com/Publications/SM__2020_IEP_MICROBIAL_REMEDIATION_DOCUMENT.pdf

International Society for Environmentally Acquired Illness (ISEAI)
Health & Environment Resources
Special Guest: Dr. Lauren Tessier
https://iseai.org/
https://www.lifeaftermold.com/

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

1. Latest & greatest with ISEAI

2. Research & Development Committee-Recent Fundraiser (Nov 2020) and topics to explore

3. Indoor Environmental Professional (IEP) Committee-what's being worked on

4. Upcoming Conference (May 2022)

5. How to get involved as a professional/student/supporter with ISEAI

6. Resources for patients

7. How to find Dr. Tessier for her services.