Modern day life is unfortunately filled with modern day diseases, some of which affect the eyes. While there are chronic eye problems have very good surgical and other treatments available (eg. cataract repair and LASIK therapy), some chronic eye problems are difficult for modern medicine to treat. For diseases like diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinitis pigmentosa and others, even the best therapies including drops and recurrent eye injections do little more than slow down the progression of the disease. 

With Stem Cell Eyedrops, we take either stem cells from newborn babies’ umbilical cords or exosomes (all the growth factors surrounding the cells but not the cells themselves) and put them into some eyedrops. As the eyedrops are placed on the eyes, it is believed that they get absorbed into the local tissue, helping repair to take place. Dr Farshian, the inventor of the treatment, claims to have success with treating floaters, diabetic retinopathy, LASIK dry eye, retinitis pigmentosa, macular degeneration, cataracts and other eye problems. 

We have one case of diabetic retinopathy showing objective SIGNIFICANT improvement in retinal scans using the Stem Cell Eyedrops. Dr Vance has been trained personally by Dr Farshian in this and other stem cell procedures. If you or someone you know has an eye condition that that can’t be adequately treated by modern medicine, this could be a good option!

Ozone, an activated form of oxygen, has been used successfully in treating a number of illnesses. It can help kill bacteria, yeasts, fungi, molds, viruses, etc. High Dose Ozone (HDO) is a form of Major Auto-Hemotherapy (MAH) in which we withdraw blood, heavily oxygenate and ozonate it, and put it back in the body. The difference between MAH and High Dose Ozone is the amount of blood treated. In MAH somewhere between 40 and 250 milliliters of blood are removed and replaced. With High Dose Ozone (HDO) we typically remove about 500 mL (1 unit) of blood, heavily oxygenate and ozone it and return it back to the body. That is considered “One Pass.” We can repeat this up to three more times in one visit to get what we call our “Four Pass” High Dose Ozone. That means that in total about 2 liters (roughly 40% of your blood volume) is removed, oxygenated and ozonated and put back in the body! 

So what does all this additional oxygen and ozone do? We feel that it can provide additional benefit with fighting against infections, removing toxins, treating autoimmune disorders, and much more. Interestingly, in the patients we have used this therapy for that have postconcussion syndrome, after 3-5 of the Four Pass treatments many of their symptoms have resolved! We are optimistic it can help with numerous other conditions as well.

Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS) is a term coined by Dr Ritchie Shoemaker to describe what can happen to up to 1/4 of the population when they have persistent significant exposure to toxins. These toxins are often made by mold or bacteria that tend to be plentiful in water damaged buildings (WDB). The symptoms can be debilitating and keep getting worse with continued exposure. 

Symptoms can be highly varied, but include things like fatigue, weakness, headaches, light sensitivity, memory and concentration difficulties, joint pains, morning stiffness, cramps, sensitivity to light touch, tingling, shortness of breath, sinus, chronic cough, thirst, appetite and temperature swings, frequent urination, red eyes, blurred vision sweats, decreased mood, ice-pick pains, abdominal pain, diarrhea, numbness, tearing, disorient, metallic taste, static shocks and vertigo. 

In addition to symptoms, a Visual Contrast Sensitivity (VCS) test can show abnormalities. 

Routine standard labs are typically normal, but highly specialized ones including HLD-DR (genetic test looking for difficulty breaking down the toxins), low Melanocyte Stimulating Hormone (MSH), elevated Metalo Matrix Protein (MMP-9), elevated Transforming Growth Factor (TGF-b1), elevated Complement (C3a and C4a), to name a few, can help to make the diagnosis. 

Dr Vance has been mentored personally by Dr Shoemaker in evaluating and treating CIRS. If you feel this might possibly be a problem for you or your loved ones, please schedule today. 

EMP Lightning is the latest evolution of the innovative micronutrient formula “EMPowerplus Advanced”. This powerful product has been made even more effective thanks to recent technological advancements and improvements to our unique manufacturing process.

36 vitamins, minerals, & amino acids

It now comes in the form of a tasty powder that dissolves right on your tongue. Children, adolescents, and adults all love it! It has never been easier to take your supplements!

What makes it different from every other supplement?
1Critical Nutrient Balance EMP Lightning doesn’t just contain random amounts of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. Each specific nutrient is carefully proportioned to make the whole blend as powerful and effective as possible.

2Proprietary Manufacturing Process EMP Lightning undergoes an 8-DAY manufacturing process. The nutrients are micro-sized in a way that doesn’t alter their chemical makeup. This process is designed to mimic the way that nutrients are synthesized in nature, leading to an increase in bio-availability. In other words, the nutrients are absorbed and used by the body faster and more effectively than anything else out there.
Did you know? Many store-bought nutritional supplements don’t have a high bioavailability, which means that most of the actual nutrients that you take in don’t ever even get absorbed by the body!

3DTM Technology This is really what makes this product unique. Our nutrient blend no longer needs to be absorbed in the digestive system, unlike most other nutritional supplements. The powder is simply placed onto the tongue where it is absorbed almost instantly into the bloodstream, bypassing the stomach and gut.
This revolutionary delivery system allows people to feel results much faster. Often, people feel a difference after only taking it once!

Lost Your Zest for Life?
Vitality Zapped?

Reasons to find out more about your hormone health:
● If you are feeling fatigued, without enough energy to get through your day
● If you’ve gained weight and can’t seem to get on top of it
● If you have uncontrollable mood swings that make your feel down or short-tempered
● If you can’t fall asleep or stay asleep
● If you have hot flashes
● If your skin itches
● If you are bloated and can’t keep your stomach in
● If you are forgetful and having “senior moments”
● If your sex drive has diminished

Help is available - Naturally
You're at the right place. Feel amazing, energetic, healthy!

Men and women who are beginning to experience the adverse effects of declining hormone levels are now fortunate enough to have access to knowledgeable practitioners that can help them evaluate their hormone status and advise them concerning which preparations are right for them.

Dr. Vance and Melinda Hughes PA-C are not only knowledgeable about hormone replacement therapy and the deleterious effects of deficient hormone levels, but also are dedicated to guiding men and women on the path toward better health as they age.

This is in sharp contrast to the majority of practitioners who still adhere to the long-held belief of an inevitable decline in health in our later years. This new attitude toward aging as a partly preventable condition is based on the latest research findings published in peer-reviewed medical journals.

We may assist you with other areas of your health, in addition to getting you started with bioidentical hormone replacement. Other valuable insight concerning nutrition, stress reduction, and chronic disease prevention will prove to be of significant value to your overall preventative health program.

By scheduling an appointment, you'll take the first important step in helping prevent or even reverse the not-necessarily-inevitable decline in hormones and health. The subsequent improvements in hormonally related health complaints and significant boost in mood, mental clarity, and overall well-being will have you wondering why you waited so long.

What Is It
Earth is a very large magnet (among other things), and there are magnetic currents going through it at a regular basis. It has been theorized that life forms (including humans) have come to use these fields as a way to help cells function better. Unfortunately, in today's society, we are constantly bombarded with other electromagnetic rays and fields which can often disrupt the balance we would get from nature.

​In Pulsed ElectroMagnetic Field (PEMF) therapy, magnetic pulses are sent through the body to help regain that balance. The theory is that the cells can absorb some of that energy to assist with function.

In our clinic, we have two Hu-Go brand PEMF machines: one is built directly into the back of our HOCATT (ozone sauna), and provides all of its benefits along with the additional support provided by heat, steam, and ozone.

Our other PEMF is located in the center of our building, and is frequented daily by patients using it prior to receiving an IV treatment, or after they have seen Dr Vance for his Pain Elimination Protocol.

History
Although magnets have long been used in alternative healthcare, the importance of Pulsed ElectroMagnetic Fields was first discovered with sending astronauts into space. When out of the atmosphere for any significant length of time, they began to get sick for some unknown reason. This was fixed only by setting up magnetic fields and pulses similar to those found on Earth within the spacecraft.

​ Much research has been done regarding the strength and types of PEMF waves to send, and as a result there is a wide variety of PEMF machines on the market. They range in strength from very weak (to simulate the earth's magnetic fields) to much stronger (to allow a greater effect, quicker). ​The latest development is the HUGO, which uses a strong magnetic field in a "sandwich" approach, allowing for even more effectiveness of therapy.

Some Benefits of PEMF Therapy
Below is a highly abbreviated list of benefits of PEMF Therapy:

Opening cell membranes
Increased oxygen transport across cell membranes
Increased ability to remove toxins
Increased "energy" available to individual cells
Increased wound healing
Mood improvement
and many more...

What To Expect - IV Patients
When being used before receiving an IV, the patient lays down on top of a mat that contains a set of coils from the PEMF, and has another mat placed over the top of them. By sandwiching the body (apart from the head), it creates the electric field necessary to effectively enhance the transportation of nutrients and waste products across the cell membrane, helping cells to detoxify and absorb nutrients more effectively.

After the patient is situated based on their needs, the machine is turned on and adjusted to patient comfort. At lower power settings, the patient may not feel too much of a sensation, but at higher doses they may feel some of their muscles rhythmically contracting. We do not let the patient stay at a level that is uncomfortable or painful.

The session lasts only 12 minutes, and some effects of reduced pain, increased energy, and improved digestion are often noted soon after, whether immediately or the following day.

What To Expect - Patients With Pain
We also use the PEMF as part of our Pain Elimination Protocol (which uses procedures like Neural Therapy and Prolozone, for patients with chronic pain and injured ligaments or joints). We further the efforts of the treatment received by having the patient use a set of wrapped coils to target the painful area like a bullseye. The coils boost circulation and oxygenation, effectively reducing pain and inflammation, aiding healing, recovery, and performance enhancement.

After the patient is situated based on their needs, the machine is turned on and adjusted to patient comfort. At lower power settings, the patient may not feel too much of a sensation, but at higher doses they may feel some of their muscles rhythmically contracting. We do not let the patient stay at a level that is uncomfortable or painful.

The session lasts only 12 minutes, and some effects of reduced pain, increased energy, and improved digestion are often noted soon after, whether immediately or the following day.

 
What is Ketamine?
Ketamine is a general anesthetic drug which has been used for all sorts of surgeries world-wide for 50 years. It is remarkably safe, and has even been put on the World Health Organization's list of indispensable medicines that every country should have.
History of Ketamine
Discovered in the 1960's, ketamine was found to provide extraordinarily safe anesthesia, and was used extensively in the Vietnam War. It has since been used frequently around the world for general anesthesia, especially in 3rd world countries. In the 1980's it was occasionally used as a recreational drug (related to PCP), and since then has been used less in the United States. Over the last 10-15 years, it has been recognized increasingly to have significant effects on mood, Multiple studies have shown benefit MUCH FASTER than traditional antidepressant or other medicines.
How Does It Work?
Although the entire mechanism of action is unknown, ketamine is known to affect the NMDA receptors in the brain, altering the levels of active glutamate. It is uncertain as to whether this the cause of benefit with mood disorders, but it is quite possible. It also has a dissociative effect causing odd sensations. During the infusion, people generally feel very relaxed, and it's possible that the level of dissociation could possibly help people process events in their lives better.
Conditions Ketamine Might Help

• Treatment Resistant Major Depressive Disorder
• Treatment Resistant Generalized Anxiety Disorder
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
  
• Suicidality
  
• Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
• Fibromyalgia
• Chronic Pain

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What Happens During an Infusion?
Before starting IV Ketamine, patients receive a full medical evaluation, with a review of symptoms, history, medicines tried, etc. Additional medical tests are ordered as needed. Typically 6 separate ketamine infusions are given with a 2 week period as this can lead to a more sustained benefit. For the infusion itself, an IV line is started and the ketamine is infused at a very specific dose and rate which is closely monitored. Vital signs (pulse, blood pressure, oxygenation levels, etc) are also closely monitored. Typically the environment is reasonably darkened, and very relaxing music is played in the background. Patients are easily able to respond to questioning during the entire process, but may want to close their eyes since their vision tends to not track well during infusion. During the infusion, people generally feel very relaxed and peaceful. Sometimes other medicines are given to assist with this. Not uncommonly patients will fall asleep but will be easily aroused. Infusions can last from 30-90 minutes, and afterwards patients are observed until they can walk and communicate without difficulty. They are instructed to not drive for 24 hours, and must be taken home by a friend or family member (we will not infuse without this arranged in advance).
Side Effects
It is possible that with the infusions, patients can have some hallucinations or feel increased depression or anxiety. Occasionally after an individual treatment patients can have increased depression, although this is typically much improved with the next dose. Respiratory depression, while possible is much more rare than with other anesthetics. Elevated blood pressure can occur. Not infrequently patients will have nausea following the therapy, so medicine for this is frequently given.
How Do I Find Out More?
If this therapy looks like it might be helpful for you or someone you love, call our office to schedule a consult with Dr Vance for an evaluation to see if ketamine might be an appropriate treatment option.
 

 
HOCATT Platinum?
HOCATT stands for "Hyperthermic Ozone and Carbonic Acid Transdermal Therapy", and is a professional grade individual steam sauna that provides multiple different treatment modalities simultaneously. This has been used worldwide successfully both in the treatment of chronic disease as well as in the optimization of elite athletes. ​The HOCATT Platinum is the absolute latest from the company, and takes their amazing therapies to a new level! Because of the multiple therapies involved, results can be as good as or even better than many IV therapies (without the poke).
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History of HOCATT
HOCATT is the brainchild of Andre Smith, with the initial prototype designed in 2002, and the first machines for sale in 2004. Since its inception, HOCATT has been all about integration of as many of the greatest health therapies as possible into a single, synergistic experience, allowing for greater benefit than through any of the individual modalities alone. ​Over the years, more and more therapies have been added. HOCATT has become so successful the older versions have been used by hundreds of doctors worldwide and over 250,000 patients! The absolute latest version, the HOCATT Platinum, introduced in 2017 provides even more amazing benefits than the already incredible previous models. It is so new, as of the time of this page creation it wasn't even mentioned on the company's website. Vance Medical is the first clinic in the world to be using this amazing new machine!

Which Therapies are Included?
HOCATT Platinum includes the following therapies:

• Ozone Therapy
• PEMF (Pulsed ElectroMagnetic Field) Therapy
• Exercise with Oxygen Therapy
• Ultrasonic Cavitation
• Far Infrared
• CO2 Therapy
• Microcurrent Therapy
• Whole Body Hyperthermia
• Photon Light Therapy
• Aromatherapy

Conditions Treated:
(per the Signature Health (HOCATT) website)

• Anti-Aging
• Athletic Performance
• Autoimmune Disorders
• Beauty
• Chronic Disease
• Detoxification
• Pain Management
• Weight Loss
• Wellness
• and many more...

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How Does a Session Typically Go?
In a typical HOCATT session, the patient sits in the machine, the doors are closed with the head coming out the top. There is a wrap around the neck preventing any of the ozone or other gasses escaping the chamber, and a tube with pure oxygen is gently blown in front of the patient's nostrils. The individualized program is set by the technician, and the patient can relax while receiving the multiple therapies during the treatment. Typically there will be relaxing music playing during the entire time. ​The session will typically last about 30 minutes, after which the patient dries off with a towel provided and goes on to have a FANTASTIC day!
How Do I Sign Up?
This part is simple! ​Just call our clinic at 208-258-7558 to schedule! Individual treatments or packages can be easily ordered.
 

 
What is UBI?
Ultraviolet Blood Irradiation (UBI) is a form of therapy in which blood is drawn out of the body, run through ultraviolet light, then placed back in the body again. The therapy was discovered in the 1920's in the pre-antibiotic era. At that time it was found to have a remarkable effect in fighting infection, often bringing otherwise incurable patients back to health.
Conditions Treated
Can help with numerous conditions including pretty much any form of infection (viruses, bacteria, fungal, etc). Can also help with various inflammatory conditions, respiratory diseases, circulation conditions, autoimmune diseases, and skin conditions, just to name a few!
While the exact mechanism of action is unknown, it is felt that the ultraviolet light kills infective organisms, breaking them down to allow the body to better make antibodies to them, while increasing various other stimuli to increase the immune response. It can also increase oxygen levels in the blood (for up to a month after treatment).
The UV light may also inactivate certain toxins, allowing them to be harmlessly cleared from the body.
How is it Done?
Most often, Ultraviolet Blood Irradiation is administered at the same time as Major Auto-Hemotherapy (MAH). After an IV Catheter is placed, some blood is drawn out, placed in an IV bag and ozonated before running it back into the body. On the way back in, it is run through ultra-violet light with various specific frequencies.
Usually we don't give more than 2-3 of these per week because the die-off of pathogens can be significant
 

 
What is MAH?
Major Autohemotherapy (MAH) is form of therapy in which blood is drawn from an IV site, oxygenated and ozonated, then reintroduced back into the body.
​The use of ozone in medicine was started in the United States, but much of the advancement in the field happened in Germany. After much experimentation they came up with the present-day form.
What Does Ozone Do?

• Kills most bacteria at low concentrations
• Effective against all types of fungi
• Fights viruses in a variety of ways
• Stimulates the production of white blood cells
• Increases levels of interferon, tumor necrosis factor (TNF) and interleukon 2 (IL-2)
• Antineoplastic
• Helps with heavy metal detoxification
• Degrades petrochemicals
• Increases oxygen in blood
• Better ATP (energy) formation
• Improves healing

Diseases Treated

• Infections of all types (bacterial, viral, fungal)
• Circulatory disorders - central and peripheral
• Geriatric conditions - macular degeneration, memory, vitality
• Autoimmune diseases - Lupus, Crohn's, arthritis, etc.
• Cancer - augments traditional therapy (is NOT an effective cancer treatment by itself).

How is it Done?
(An IV is placed in your vein, then we remove some blood, place it in an IV bag, often mixing it with some normal saline. To prevent clotting we will put in a blood thinner. We then introduce a mix of oxygen and ozone, allowing it to oxygenate the blood. Very often blood that is very dark coming out of the body becomes a much brighter red color (due to the oxygen). Next, we run the blood back into the body through the IV site. Oftentimes, on the way back we will run it through ultraviolet light (see UBI).