Healing Beyond Diagnosis
Real stories. Real breakthroughs. Real hope. Healing Beyond Diagnosis gives you the answers you’ve been searching for. Hear real patients share how they overcame pain, fatigue, mystery illnesses, and misdiagnoses—using functional medicine, advanced testing, and natural healing strategies. You’ll learn what works, what to avoid, and how to take control of your health. Start your journey at www.americashealer.com.
Episodes
What started as a textile dye in the 1800s has become one of medicine’s most surprising breakthroughs. In this episode of Healing Beyond Your Diagnosis, Dr. Jason West uncovers the fascinating journey of methylene blue—from staining fabrics and parasites to supercharging mitochondria, boosting oxygen delivery, and protecting brain health.
Discover how this little blue molecule can support cellular energy, cognitive clarity, chronic ...
Imagine stepping off a curb and snapping your ankle—not from a hard fall, but because your bones were quietly hollowing out beneath the surface. This is the hidden reality of osteoporosis and osteopenia, the “silent thief” that steals bone strength without symptoms until the first unexpected fracture. In this episode of Healing Beyond Diagnosis, Dr. Jason West reveals why bones—dynamic, living tissues that rebuild themselves every ...
If you’ve ever wondered how to protect your nerves, boost your energy, cleanse your liver, and shield your body from the poisons of modern life, then today’s episode is going to open your eyes. We’re diving deep into alpha lipoic acid—one of the most versatile and powerful antioxidants your body makes, but often doesn’t make enough of. Think of it as your internal battery charger, your universal poison remover, and your nerve prote...
Ever started a new treatment or detox, only to feel worse before you feel better? That could be a healing crisis a powerful sign your body is detoxifying and rebuilding. But how do you know if it’s just a bump in the road to recovery, or a true medical emergency that requires immediate attention?
In this episode of Healing Beyond Your Diagnosis, Dr. Jason West cuts through the confusion. He explains what a healing crisis really is, ...
In this episode, Dr. Jason West joins the conversation to tackle some of the most talked-about headlines in health from the surprising research on acetaminophen and neurodevelopment, to RFK Jr.’s new direction for vaccine policy, and the rising tide of autoimmune disease post-COVID. With his trademark humor, plainspoken wisdom, and decades of clinical experience, Dr. West reminds us why health isn’t about fear or politics it’s abou...
What if one of the greatest medical breakthroughs started not in a lab, but in a fabric dye factory? In this episode of Healing Beyond Diagnosis, Dr. Jason West unpacks the incredible story of methylene blue—the vivid dye that became the first synthetic medicine, fought malaria, saved lives in rare blood disorders, and now shows promise for brain health and energy at the cellular level.
You’ll learn how this humble molecule supports...
After years of chasing symptoms, endless tests, and being told “follow up with your primary,” Brady and Calista Watkins had hit a wall. No diagnosis. No clear path forward. Just frustration—and a wife who was getting sicker.
Then a friend’s words changed everything: “If we could do it all over again, we’d go to the West Clinic sooner.”
From Spokane, WA, to a small railroad town in Idaho, this is the unfiltered, real-life journey of a...
They’ve lived out of gas stations, powered through pain, and roped their way into rodeo legend status. But what happens when the body breaks down, the blood doesn’t lie, and the comeback road demands more than grit?
In this heartfelt and hilarious episode of Healing Beyond Your Diagnosis, Dr. Jason West sits down with world champion calf roper Tyson Durfey and elite cowboy Cory Solomon for a raw, behind-the-scenes look at life on th...
Welcome back to Healing Beyond Diagnosis. I’m Dr. Jason West, and today we’re diving deep into one of the most misunderstood, misdiagnosed, and mistreated conditions in modern medicine: Lyme disease.
Lyme isn’t always loud. It’s sneaky. It mimics chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, autoimmune disease, and even mental illness—leaving patients in diagnostic limbo while their lives fall apart. If you've ever been told it's just stre...
What do you do when your PSA skyrockets, the diagnosis is stage 4 prostate cancer, and the medical system offers only surgery, radiation, and hormone therapy? For Bob, the answer was: start fighting differently.
In this deeply emotional and inspiring episode of Healing Beyond Your Diagnosis, Dr. Jason West sits down with Bob—a patient, friend, and warrior—who refused to surrender to his diagnosis. From breaking down with his wife in...
Is your body out of energy? Joint pain, fatigue, brain fog, insomniait might all come down to one simple issue: your cells need a recharge. In this electrifying episode of Healing Beyond Your Diagnosis, Dr. Jason West sits down with Alisa, a passionate biohacker, health entrepreneur, and founder of Rejuvenate Light, to uncover how red light therapy is transforming lives—from arthritic moms to overworked athletes.
Alisa shares her jo...
In this unforgettable episode of Healing Beyond Your Diagnosis, Dr. Jason West sits down with cowboy, restaurateur, NASA scientist, real estate mogul, and all-around life wrangler James Billman. From getting bucked by horses (but not bucked off) to losing half a million dollars in three days—and still coming back stronger—James shares raw, real stories of resilience, reinvention, and relentless belief.
You’ll hear how affirmations, ...
In this powerful episode of Healing Beyond Your Diagnosis, Dr. Jason West sits down with one of his most inspiring patients, Ryan Durand—a man who stared down a multiple sclerosis diagnosis and said, “No, thank you.” What began with a numb tongue and a shotless basketball game turned into a rollercoaster of MRIs, misdirection, and misguided advice. Told there was no hope beyond pharmaceuticals, Ryan defied conventional wisdom and b...
What happens when patients from all over the world show up with different diagnoses—but the same story of pain, confusion, and medical dismissal? Dr. Jason West shares his journey from treating mystery illnesses to recognizing the hidden culprit: Lyme disease—the Great Imitator.
In this gripping episode of Healing Beyond Diagnosis, Dr. West reveals how Lyme doesn’t play by the rules, mimicking dozens of other conditions like MS, fib...
What if your chronic illness isn’t just in your gut, your joints, or your nerves—but in your mouth? In this jaw-dropping episode of Healing Beyond Diagnosis, Dr. Jason West sits down with biologic dentist Dr. Bybee to expose a silent epidemic: hidden dental infections, root canals, cavitations, and the overlooked role of oral health in chronic disease. You’ll hear real patient stories, breakthrough science, and shocking truths abou...
Can you really speed up healing from athletic injuries? Ohio State football player Logan joins Dr. Jason West to share how acupuncture, PEMF, and targeted nutrition helped him recover faster and play harder. This isn’t your standard ice-and-wait story—it’s a look into advanced therapies helping athletes perform at their peak. Discover the protocols, mindset, and hidden tools that fuel elite recovery.
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What if your season—and your future—depended on a miracle?
In this episode of Healing Beyond Your Diagnosis, Dr. Jason West sits down with ISU basketball star Dylan Darling, who was told his season was over due to a serious avulsion fracture. Conventional medicine gave him a 6–8 week timeline. We got him back in 14 days—no cast, no surgery, and no setbacks. He didn’t just return—he dominated and earned All-Big Sky MVP honors.
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Korver was a healthy teen one month… and nearly immobile the next. Three ER visits later, the official medical advice? “Just drink water and wait it out.” Meanwhile, his legs stopped working, his appetite vanished, and his hope faded.
In this powerful episode of Healing Beyond Your Diagnosis, Dr. Jason West sits down with Korver to uncover a story of devastating neurologic symptoms, medical dismissal, and the fight to reclaim a life...
What happens when you live with chest pain for a decade—and no one can give you an answer?
In this powerful episode of Healing Beyond Your Diagnosis, Dr. Jason West sits down with Phil, a computer programmer and self-described skeptic, to unpack a 10-year journey of misdiagnoses, pain, frustration—and finally, healing.
From being told “it’s in your head” to being dismissed with prescriptions that made things worse, Phil shares what i...
They weren’t pushed into medicine—they ran toward it. From childhood IV prep to college study marathons, Carter, Myles, and Dalton West are stepping into a legacy that began in 1916 and is still rewriting the rules of modern healthcare. What happens when a family of healers decides to build a medical future together? You’re about to find out.
They didn’t just grow up in a medical clinic—they were raised by one. In this special famil...
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