Page 2 - Attack from Within Autoimmune Diseases

8/30/2015 – ISJ Healthy Living

In many cases, autoimmune conditions are most often treated with immunosuppressant
medications, which unfortunately do not fix the underlying cause and does not stop people from
getting a second and third type of autoimmune disease later on. “These type of medications also
increase people’s risk of cancer,” says Dr. Bilstrom.

Immune suppressants can be a reasonable first option if your symptoms are particularly bad at
the time of diagnosis. However, if a person is currently on an immunosuppressant, it is possible
to eventually get off and avoid the side effects and avoid developing new autoimmune diseases.

Schedule an Appointment
David Bilstrom, MD, is the Director of the Bingham Memorial Center for Functional Medicine &
International Autoimmune Institute, which is the first medical center in the country to treat all
types of autoimmune diseases. It is also the first to use nature, and its ability to improve human
health and well-being, as an integral part of a wellness program.

Dr. Bilstrom works closely with experts in a number of medical specialties to evaluate, diagnose
and treat chronic and autoimmune diseases. He is always welcoming new patients at his office
within the Bingham Specialty Plaza in Blackfoot. Appointments can be scheduled by calling
(208) 782-2444.

Taking the mind, body, and spirit into consideration, Dr. Bilstrom understands firsthand the
benefits integrated medicine can provide to patients. He is triple board certified in Physical
Medicine and Rehabilitation, Functional and Regenerative Medicine, and Medical Acupuncture.
He has extensive experience in Anti-Aging & Regenerative Medicine, Acupuncture, Integrative
Medicine, and Complementary and Alternative Medicines.

Office Location
Bingham Specialty Plaza
326 Poplar Street
Blackfoot, ID
T: (208) 782-2444
www.BinghamMemorial.org/Functional-Medicine