Autoimmune Disease
Exhausted and frustrated with the ups and downs, with regards to your health. Frustrated with no answers and medications that do not work. It is possible to have the life you want, again.
What is Autoimmune Disease?
Autoimmune Disease is when your immune system attacks your body. Your immune system is tagging you as an invader therefore begins to attack. Your immune system is designed to fight off bacteria, virus, and other foreign invaders to protect you the host.
We Treat the Whole Person
This holistic approach allows our doctors to do the detective work for you. By gaining a better understanding of your symptoms, our team can diagnose the root cause of your specific illness. In other words, we treat the whole person, not just a single symptom, allowing for a better chance at long-term health and wellness.
Our Holistic Approach to Your Autoimmune
At Vaughan Vitality Wellness, we excel at finding the root cause of your illness or symptoms, which may be much different than expected. This requires a close look at your genetics, biochemical factors, environment, and lifestyle.
For example, autoimmune may be caused by one or a combination of the following reasons: environmental factors such as toxins, social factors, prescription drug use, or a vitamin D deficiency. On the other hand, a symptom such as inflammation may be a contributing factor to diabetes, arthritis, or an allergic reaction.
Ultimately, we develop personalized treatment plans that lead to improved patient outcomes based on a holistic view of your health. The goal is to give you the tools you need to effectively manage your illness in the long-term—so you can focus on what really matters most to you.
Individualized Treatment Plans with a Team Approach
At Vaughan Vitality Wellness, we feel that when it comes to your health, it should be a collaborative process. That is why our licensed physicians work with you directly to discuss your health concerns. From there, you can develop a plan of action to best achieve your wellness goals.
Autoimmune Success Stories
“My 13 year old daughter started seeing Dr. Vaughan because her TSH was 9.9, which is a thyroid test. She was feeling tired, body aches, and wasn’t eating much. A family member referred me to Dr. Vaughan. She spoke very highly of how she had helped her mother. Dr. Vaughan ran many test, in which she discovered my daughter had auto-immune thyroid. I have thyroid disease, on medications for years. She also tested my thyroid, I was also auto-immune thyroid. She worked with her and really the whole family educating us on the causes thyroid disease.. After her first blood test her TSH went down to 3.1. My daughter began to act like herself again, eating and playing as she did before. Dr. Vaughan really cares about her patients and their results. She’s a great doctor I would recommend her. I feel better than I have in a very long time.” – Malerie J.
“I was diagnosed with Graves disease just over a year ago. After hearing my friend tell me how much Dr Vaughan helped her with her autoimmune symptoms, I decided to go see her. I had always heard that a restrictive diet is helpful for autoimmune conditions. A few months after starting with Dr Vaughan, I’m down about 12 lbs (hard to do on my medication) and my Graves is stable. Certain foods seem to trigger anxiety along with stress. Avoiding those foods has allowed me to remain calm during a very stressful time in my life at present. Although I was skeptical, it’s been great to learn about triggers and avoid a roller coaster.” –Antonietta S.
“I started seeing Dr. Vaughan 2 months ago and I found her on the internet. Her testimonials and background seemed like she is what I needed. I have been on thyroid medications for 15 years and I am also diabetic for 10 years. I have had a hard time sleeping, my energy is low and I continue to be unable to lose weight. I have lost 20 lbs in 2 months. My energy is better than it’s been in a very long time. I have the energy to play with my kids and be a good mom. My thyroid has normalized, which I had to lower my thyroid medications. My A1C was 9.5, with two different medications and my doctors were about to put me on insulin. Now my A1C 6, only 500 mg of medication. Dr. Vaughan ran special test to find what’s going on with my body. She also found I am autoimmune thyroid. I didn’t know I had this autoimmune disease. She helped me understand how to stabilize my body with the right foods, as she helped rid me of infections that I didn’t realize I had. No wonder I didn’t feel good. I would highly recommend her and her office. I know it might seem different because of what we are accustomed to all our life, however I realized this approach is where I fit. It helps me be healthier, teaching me to regain control of my body and health.” –Gloria G.
At Vaughn Vitality Wellness, we promise to put you first — by treating you with respect and providing the holistic medical attention you need. Our team excels at discovering the root cause of your medical condition. Our treatment approaches can help prevent disease and, in some cases, reverse illness.