About Jerry Ryan, Ph.D. Expertise I have a Doctorate in Natural Health and I am well-versed in a wide range of topics within that field. I teach individuals and group classes on nutrition, diet, nutritional supplements, juicing, fasting, exercise, aromatherapy, herbs, massage, meditation, relaxation techniques, stress management, anti-aging, etc. However, I am not a physician and cannot diagnose conditions or prescribe treatments/medication. But, I can make recommendations and refer you to appropriate information sources for the proper courses of action.
Experience Prior to my education as a Doctor of Natural Health, I worked for over 20 years as a member of the trauma/transplant surgical teams at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, the Oregon Health Sciences University Hospital, and other facilities from coast-to-coast. I also have extensive training in exercise and nutrition, having trained for over 20 years as a bodybuilder and martial artist. I have been taught by Taekwondo coaches from the Olympics and Black Belt Hall of Fame members and I have trained with athletes from the World Wrestling Federation.
Organizations I belong to the American Nutriceutical Association and Health Innovators International. I also belong to the local Chamber of Commerce, Rotary International, and the Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks.
Publications Black Belt magazine; Inside Kung Fu magazine; Paraplegia News / PN Magazine; The Accord, the Journal of Spinal Cord Injuries Australia
Education/Credentials I have a Bachelor's degree, a Master's degree, and a Ph.D. degree in Natural Health. I have served as a member of the Alternative Medicine Advisory Board for the Veterans Administration Network 20; I have been a member on the Institutional Review Board for Portland VA Medical Center; I have also served as a member of the PVA Education Foundation Board based in Washington, DC.; I am currently a Trainer for Healthy Lifestyles for the Disabled through the Oregon Office on Disability & Health.
Awards and Honors Who’s Who in the West, 1992; Who’s Who for Business Professionals, 2004
Past/Present Clients Guest speaker at Nike World Headquarters, 2004
Question I have had headaches for almost 2 years -- always in my right temple w/throbbing. Sometimes my neck & shoulds get very tight. I have been to a neurologist, CT scan & ultrasound are negative. He has tried 4 different meds -- one at a time -- all of which did not help my headache, the last being Imitrex - which did nothing for my pain. He feels they are migraine and need to be on a "preventive" drug. I feel they might be food allergies - Where can I go for food allergy testing and a diet that would be beneficial? I am not overweight, go to the gym 3x's a week for both cardio & weights, and am in good health aside from the headaches. Also had my vision checked. Your suggestions and thoughts please.
thank you
Answer Food allergies can be determined by having an ELISA/EIA panel done. This tests over 90 types of food for an allergic reaction. There should be Naturopaths and MDs in your area that are capable of getting the testing done for you.
An elimination diet is another way to figure out what the food allergy is. You eliminate certain foods from your diet and monitor the results. A Naturopath or a nutritionist in your area would be able to help you with that aspect.
Allergic reaction to MSG often results in migraine-type headaches. Unfortunately, it comes under a lot of different names on an ingredient list. I think that it might be something to discuss with your doctor.
Thank you for your question, Judy. I hope that my answer is helpful.
