Nancy O'Hara MD, MPH, FAAP

Nancy O'Hara MD, MPH, FAAP Dr. Nancy O’Hara's functional medicine practice integrates the care of children with neurodevelopmental disorders and various chronic illnesses.

07/29/2025

We’re answering one of the biggest IVIG questions I get: “Is it safe?” Tomorrow’s episode breaks down how IVIG is processed, purified, and why it’s considered a clean antibody product—plus what that really means for families considering it.

This podcast episode goes live tomorrow! Tune in on your favorite platform—search “Demystifying PANS/PANDAS Podcast” or head to the link in my bio.

07/28/2025

Too many kids are treated for one infection while another is completely missed. In Wednesday’s podcast episode, Dr. Denis Bouboulis explains why a comprehensive infection workup (strep, Borrelia/Lyme, co-infections, and more) is essential before real healing can happen.

New episode drops Wednesday! Be ready to check it out using the link in my bio or by searching Demystifying PANS/PANDAS Podcast on your favorite podcast platform.

07/25/2025

Chronic stress keeps children stuck in “fight, flight, or freeze,” undermining immune function. In Episode 22, Dr. Hinchey and I explore techniques—from vagus-nerve stimulation to breathwork—that shift kids into “rest and digest” and support lasting recovery.

Tuen into the Demystifying PANS/PANDAS Podcast on your go-to app or tap the link in my bio to listen now!

07/24/2025

Did you know Bartonella can trigger homicidal rage, sudden panic attacks, and even cognitive decline? In Episode 22, we unpack the hallmark signs—rashes that look like tiger scratches, painful soles, and more—so you can spot these symptoms early and advocate for accurate testing and treatment.

Check out the “Demystifying PANS/PANDAS Podcast” for the full breakdown.

07/23/2025

Episode 22 is live! Join us as Dr. Hinchey shares why 75% of her work goes into restoring immune function—so that, once you’ve reduced the infectious load with antimicrobials, a healthy immune system can keep infections in check or eradicate them completely.

In this episode, we discuss:

Why Lyme disease often triggers chronic immune dysfunction and neuropsychiatric symptoms in children—and why an accurate clinical diagnosis extends well beyond laboratory tests.

Uncovering a framework for healing that incorporates breaking down biofilms, balancing the gut, buffering stress, and bolstering detox pathways to make treatments stick.

Clear guidance on using herbs and botanicals to target infections, calm inflammation, and restore hope without wrecking the microbiome.

🎧 This is a must-listen for parents navigating Lyme and PANS/PANDAS—search “Demystifying PANS/PANDAS Podcast” on your preferred platform or click the link in my bio to listen now!

07/22/2025

Tomorrow on Episode 22 of Demystifying PANS/PANDAS, Dr. Myriah Hinchey and I dive into the very first step of healing: lifestyle. We’ll discuss how focusing on nutrition, daily habits, and a marathon mindset can restore hope to families feeling beaten down by chronic illness.

“The Lyme and PANS/PANDAS Link: What Parents Must Know” goes live tomorrow! Be sure to tune in wherever you get your podcasts!

I’m thrilled to be speaking at the 2025 LymeBytes® Symposium, happening November 14–15 in sunny Fort Lauderdale, FL! Thi...
07/21/2025

I’m thrilled to be speaking at the 2025 LymeBytes® Symposium, happening November 14–15 in sunny Fort Lauderdale, FL! This powerful in-person event will bring together experts, advocates, and patients for two days of education, community, and inspiration.

🗓 Join us at the Fort Lauderdale Marriott Pompano Beach Resort & Spa — Register here: https://shop.lymebytes.com/OHara or use the link in my bio.

07/18/2025

Herbs for PANS/PANDAS: Natural Treatment & Benefits

After nine months on oral antibiotics for Lyme, Dr. Ingels found his gut ravaged and his health declining—until Chinese herbs restored 80–85% of his wellbeing in just one month. Botanical medicine offers a gentler, more holistic path for children who don’t respond to antibiotics.

In Episode 16 of Demystifying PANS/PANDAS, Dr. Ingels and I discuss:

Specific herbs that attack pathogens without harming the microbiome

How personalized herbal protocols reduce neuroinflammation and modulate immunity

Real-world success stories from pediatric patients with PANS/PANDAS

🎧 Find Episode 16 by searching “Demystifying PANS/PANDAS” on your favorite podcast platform and discover a natural approach to healing.

07/17/2025

A new study from the Salk Institute shows that Prozac isn’t just an antidepressant—it also has anti-sepsis and anti-inflammatory effects.

In Episode 21, Peggy Chapman and I explore how inflammation impacts mental health across the gut-brain-immune axis and why medications like Prozac may work in part by reducing neuroinflammation.

Check out the full episode—search “Demystifying PANS/PANDAS Podcast” on your go-to app or click the link in my bio to listen today!

07/16/2025

If you have a child with PANS/PANDAS, this one’s for you! Episode 21 of Demystifying PANS/PANDAS is live, and Peggy Chapman shares critical insights on:

Why psychiatric meds often act unpredictably in inflamed brains

How neuroinflammation rewires dopamine circuits—triggering sudden tics, mood swings, and OCD

The hidden danger of supplement overload—and why community support matters

This is a must-watch for anyone caring for a child with PANS/PANDAS. Search “Demystifying PANS/PANDAS Podcast” on your favorite app or click the link in my bio to listen now.

07/15/2025

Did you know an Alzheimer’s medication could help with memory deficits and OCD in PANS/PANDAS?

In Episode 21 of Demystifying PANS/PANDAS, Peggy Chapman and I discuss how memantine—an anti-NMDA agent—can calm glutamate-driven neuroinflammation and support working memory.

If your child has PANS/PANDAS, this is a must watch episode! It comes out tomorrow so be sure to tune in!

Calling all pediatricians, child psychiatrists, NPs, PAs, psychologists, dietitians, and therapists: elevate your pediat...
07/14/2025

Calling all pediatricians, child psychiatrists, NPs, PAs, psychologists, dietitians, and therapists: elevate your pediatric mental-health practice with our Pediatric Functional & Integrative Psychiatry Fellowship, kicking off August 4, 2025.

Why this Fellowship?

Specialized pediatric focus: Functional-medicine and nutritional psychiatry strategies tailored to ADHD, autism, PANS/PANDAS, mood disorders, and more

Hands-on learning: Live supervision, weekly office hours, and peer case discussions for real-world application

Family-centered care: Tools to move beyond symptom management and foster lasting recovery

Early Enrollment Perks

FREE 1-year membership to Dr. O’Hara’s PANS/PANDAS Program

Instant access to Fellowship +PLUS trainings (OCD, ADHD, Nutrition for Mental Health, etc.—a $1,500+ value!)

Ready to expand your clinical toolkit and improve outcomes for your youngest patients?

🔗 Tap the link in bio to book your complimentary discovery call and explore if this Fellowship is right for you!

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