A Closer Look at Your
Environment
and Health
We review mold, metal, and chemical exposure concerns alongside your symptoms. Your care starts with a careful assessment and practical next steps.
- Exposure Review
- Targeted Testing
- Personalized Follow-Up
Start With Your
Exposure History.
Where you live, work, and spend time can help guide an environmental health assessment. We review possible exposures, symptom timing, and previous results while considering other explanations for how you feel.
A substance detected in blood or urine does not, by itself, mean it is causing illness.
Exposure Concerns
We Review.
- Mold and damp buildings
- Lead, mercury, and other metals
- Pesticides and herbicides
- Solvents and industrial chemicals
- Indoor air and volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
- Drinking water contaminants
Assessment
& Testing.
Testing should answer a specific clinical question. Your physician explains what a test can show, its limitations, and whether the result could change your care.
- 01
Mold-Related Evaluation
Review symptoms and building history, with allergy or respiratory assessment when appropriate.
- 02
Heavy Metal Testing
Assess suspected metal exposure using appropriate blood or urine tests when clinically indicated.
- 03
Chemical Exposure Testing
Select tests based on the suspected chemical, exposure timing, and clinical usefulness.
Symptoms
Worth Discussing.
Tell us when symptoms began, where they occur, and whether they change away from home or work. These concerns have many possible causes and do not establish an environmental illness.
- Persistent fatigue
- Brain fog
- Frequent headaches
- Joint discomfort
- Digestive symptoms
- Skin rashes
- Cough, wheezing, or other respiratory concerns
- Mood changes
- Sleep disruption
- Hormone-related concerns
- Frequent infections
- Numbness or tingling
From Assessment
to Action.
- 01
Review Your History.
Discuss your symptoms, medical history, and possible exposures at home, work, or through hobbies.
- 02
Choose Appropriate Tests.
Review existing results and order additional tests only when they could inform your care.
- 03
Reduce Ongoing Exposure.
Identify practical changes and discuss whether a qualified environmental assessment is needed.
- 04
Plan Treatment & Follow-Up.
Address diagnosed conditions, monitor relevant findings, and arrange specialist care when appropriate.
Meet Your Care Team.
Dr. Ruth Johnson
Founder & Lead Physician
Dr. Ninoschka Sevillano
Functional Medicine Specialist
Briana Bennet
Clinical Medical Assistant
Fairuz Abdalla
Medical Assistant
Environmental
Medicine FAQs
How do I know whether an exposure is affecting my health?
Symptoms alone cannot confirm an environmental cause. We consider the substance, amount and timing of exposure, medical history, and other possible explanations before recommending tests.
What does mold testing involve?
We begin with your symptoms and building history. Allergy or respiratory evaluation may be appropriate. Urine mycotoxin tests are not validated for diagnosing illness from indoor mold exposure.
How long does treatment take?
There is no standard detox timeline. Follow-up depends on the exposure, any diagnosed condition, and whether contact is continuing. Your physician explains what will be monitored and when.
Does insurance cover environmental medicine testing?
Coverage varies by plan, test, and medical indication. Some services may require payment out of pocket. Our team discusses anticipated costs before you proceed.
What if I’m still being exposed?
Reducing ongoing exposure is a priority. Your plan may include changes at home or work, a qualified environmental assessment, or coordination with occupational or environmental health specialists.
Is detoxification safe?
Safety depends on the treatment and diagnosis. Chelation can cause serious harm and is appropriate only for specific medical indications, with monitoring. A detectable substance alone does not establish a need for treatment.