Kaplan Center for Integrative Medicine

06/09/2026

Chronic fatigue syndrome is much, much more than just being 'tired.' One key symptom is post exertional malaise, which causes extreme fatigue even from the smallest physical or mental exertion.

Dr. Gary Kaplan shares the story of how proper treatment and lifestyle adjustments helped one patient overcome their symptoms.

Chronic fatigue syndrome is much, much more than just 'being tired....

06/04/2026

Reminder to be prepared and careful this tick / Lyme season! Dr. Gary Kaplan shares insights and tips with InsideNoVA.com to stay safe all summer long.

Northern Virginia residents should brace for a surge in Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses as warmer weather and a mild winter create ideal conditions for ticks.

06/03/2026

More emerging research is showing promising, biological benefits from therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE), also in his plasmapheresis.

trying to kill this is such as fibromyalgia are showing some signs of symptoms and improvement by removing toxic articles floating around in the bloodstream.

06/03/2026

There's a silent illness that affects 150-300 millions of people worldwide called fibromyalgia–also known as chronic pain.

Those who suffer are often told it's all in their head or they just need more sleep. It's much more complicated than that, and incredibly difficult to live with.

Watch this video to learn more about fibromyalgia, what causes it, symptoms, and misconeptions. Dr. Gary Kaplan gives a conversational deep-dive into understanding this disease and how integrative medicine can be used to treat its layered symptom.

Whether you are a patient, clinician, caretaker, loved one, understanding more about this pain disease can help find answers for better care and a better life!

Fibromyalgia or chronic pain affects millions of people, yet it rem...

06/03/2026

Those who suffer from long COVID continue to be under-diagnosed–not just due to the complexity of the illness, but because the medical industry hasn't caught up in figuring out how to categorize these cases.

Insurance should be helpful, not a hurdle in getting proper care. Dr. Gary Kaplan shared some insight on this with Bloomberg Law as a new study was just released on this gap in coverage.

A new study estimates that long Covid is underrepresented in medical records, illustrating documentation issues affecting medical research, insurance coverage, and patient care.

05/31/2026

Did you know that is one of the most effective nutrients for your gut? 🍎

Different kinds of fiber help the gut in different ways, such as soluble and insoluble fiber. Great fiber sources include apples, potatoes, green beans, oats, seeds, and much more.

05/28/2026

What happens if you get a tick bite? First, you will need antibiotics to avoid any illness. 💊

If you develop a tick-borne illness, There’s a few treatments based on type of infection. ❤️‍🩹

Make sure to wear your bug repellent and and check for any ticks when you enjoy the outdoors this summer! 🌞

05/27/2026

There’s a reason why they call it the “gut-brain axis”—your stomach and your brain are very connected! 🧠 Did you know post concussion syndrome can cause digestion issues, such as IBS or a leaky gut.

Be sure to monitor your overall health—not just your head if you ever experience a traumatic injury such as a concussion. ❤️‍🩹

05/22/2026

Chronic fatigue syndrome (or ME/CFS) is WAY more than just being tired. Multiple systems of your body are in dysfunction. You never get to fully recharge. 🪫This makes daily activities much harder.

🎥Full video on ME/CFS on our YouTube—link in bio.

05/22/2026

Chronic fatigue syndrome is one of the most misunderstood diseases in medicine. Patients have been told too many times they're "just tired" or exaggerating, or just flat out lazy. When in fact, the diagnose - or lack thereof - is lazy.

CFS is a complex condition that can occur when multiple systems of the body are in dysfunction–including the immune system, nervous system, and cellular energy production.

Watch this video to learn more about the mechanisms of this disease, and how it can be diagnosed and treated with integrative therapies that address the whole body.

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, also known as Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME/CFS), is far more than simply feeling tired.In this video, Dr. Gary Kaplan explains the...