Gordon Medical Associates

Gordon Medical Associates GMA is the Premier West Coast clinic for treating Lyme Disease, tick-borne, and environmentally acquired illnesses.

Our expert team offers advanced care for MCAS, mold illness, autoimmune disorders, & CFS, helping patients regain their health and vitality At Gordon Medical Associates, we have decades of professional training and expertise, and we also continue to teach, write, and perform ongoing research. Our patients come not only from the North Bay, and the greater San Francisco area, but the entire country,

and around the globe for individualized help with a wide range of problems, from chronic pain and hormone balancing to chronic fatigue and Lyme disease. We recognize you may feel your health concerns have been unheard in the past, but to us, your health presents real, complex, interrelated symptoms. Here you’ll find a wealth of information and resources to expand your understanding of how we assess and treat each individual patient, and the tools we use. A variety of medical papers authored by our clinicians provide comprehensive information for interested patients and professional colleagues. Find out more about us and our services: https://linktr.ee/gordonmedical

05/29/2026

Lyme disease is not a single clinical picture, and treating it as one is where most approaches fall short.

In the early stages, the infection itself is often the primary driver. But as the illness progresses, the infection becomes less of the story, and immune dysregulation becomes more of it. What was triggered by Borrelia may now be sustained by a dysregulated immune system that has lost its ability to regulate itself, shaped by individual biology, pre-existing vulnerabilities, and how long the body has been in that state.

This distinction matters for how these patients are evaluated and treated.

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At Gordon Medical, we look at all the pieces of your health puzzle, not just your symptoms.Your journey begins with a co...
05/27/2026

At Gordon Medical, we look at all the pieces of your health puzzle, not just your symptoms.

Your journey begins with a complimentary Discovery Call, where our New Patient Coordinators guide you through what to expect, answer your questions, and help determine which practitioner may be the best fit for your needs.

This first step is designed to make sure you feel informed, supported, and ready to begin a partnership that focuses on your whole story.

Comment DISCOVERY to schedule your complimentary call today.

05/26/2026

Patients can expect to recover from Lyme, but the timeline and outcome depend on how long they have been sick and what else is contributing to their illness. For chronic and complex patients, we use the term remission because there is not always a guarantee of complete resolution.

Lyme may have initiated the illness, but it is often not the full picture. Other infections, toxins, or immune dysfunction may be layered on top, and treating Lyme alone does not always resolve everything. That said, we can get patients into a well regulated state where they are asymptomatic or have minimal, functional symptoms.

Lyme remission means living without constant symptoms, even if occasional flares occur. Recovery is possible, and for many patients it is achieved.

What questions do you have about Lyme recovery?

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05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day weekend. If you are spending time outside, make tick checks part of your routine. Prevention is easier than treatment, and finding a tick early makes a big difference.

Check your whole body after being outdoors, not just your legs. Ticks can attach anywhere, including your scalp, behind your ears, and in skin folds. The sooner you find and remove it, the better your chances of avoiding infection.

Comment SUMMER and we will send you our guide on what to do if you find a tick.

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05/22/2026

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Testimonials like Rebecca's reflect what patients experience after 20 years of searching for answers without success. At Gordon Medical, patients with the most complex cases find practitioners who can identify what others have missed and create treatment approaches that actually work.

Stories like this remind us that finding the right doctor can change everything. For patients who have spent years trying to piece together their health puzzle, having a physician who can figure out the most complex cases makes all the difference.

Comment DISCOVERY and we'll DM you details on how to book your complimentary Discovery Call.

05/20/2026

Dental infections play a role in keeping people stuck in chronic illness, and it is not always the obvious tooth abscess or severe infection. Low level infections, dysbiosis, or colonization in the mouth may not register as a traditional dental problem, but when the immune system is already dysregulated, they become a much bigger issue.

A healthy immune system can regulate these low level infections without consequence. But when the immune system is overburdened and dealing with chronic inflammation, an infection or colonization in the mouth becomes an obstacle. Given the proximity to the brain, vascular circulation, and lymphatics, even a low level infection can create systemic problems.

Your immune system has limited resources, and if it is focused on managing an infection in your mouth, it cannot focus on healing elsewhere.

Have you had your dental health evaluated as part of your chronic illness workup?

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For expectant mothers with Lyme disease, pregnancy requires careful planning and informed decision making. Clinical expe...
05/19/2026

For expectant mothers with Lyme disease, pregnancy requires careful planning and informed decision making. Clinical experience suggests that untreated Lyme during pregnancy may carry a transmission risk of approximately 50%, though this risk can be significantly reduced with proper medical intervention.

Transmission risk does not correlate with how symptomatic the mother is. Even asymptomatic carriers can potentially transmit the infection, which is why testing and treatment matter regardless of symptoms. Ideally, women with Lyme disease should begin preparing 6-9 months before conception to allow time for comprehensive testing, treating active infections, and optimizing immune function.

Treatment during pregnancy with Class B antibiotics, testing at birth, and early intervention if needed can lead to successful outcomes. Working with Lyme literate healthcare providers throughout the journey is essential.

Comment PRENATAL and we will send you the full guide on navigating pregnancy with Lyme disease.

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05/18/2026

Dapsone therapy has been researched for persistent Borrelia infection and has become a popular option in Lyme treatment. High dose Dapsone carries significant toxicity and requires very close medical monitoring, but it can be done safely when truly needed.

The question is whether persistent infection is actually what is keeping the patient sick at that point in their healing journey. If it is, Dapsone has a place. Low dose Dapsone can also be used as part of a larger protocol and has value as a treatment option without the same level of risk.

Dapsone is not for everyone, but for patients who need it, it can move the needle when other treatments have stalled.

Have you heard of Dapsone for Lyme before?

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Last month, our team attended Dart for Art, the annual fundraising gala, as proud donors and supporters of their missio...
05/15/2026

Last month, our team attended Dart for Art, the annual fundraising gala, as proud donors and supporters of their mission.

LymeLight Foundation provides treatment grants to children and young adults with Lyme disease who otherwise could not afford care, and the work they do to keep these patients in treatment is something our entire team believes in deeply. Dart for Art is one of the most distinctive fundraising events in this space, a sold-out gallery evening where guests bid on original art, and this year was no exception.

Gordon Medical is honored to be a part of the LymeLight community and stand alongside the families and advocates who refuse to let Lyme disease go unaddressed in younger patients.

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05/14/2026

Chronic fatigue comes down to the health of our Mitochondria.

Mitochondria lower energy production when they sense the environment is not safe, and that signal comes from somewhere. Infection, toxin exposure, and nutrient depletion are the three most common drivers, and many patients dealing with chronic fatigue have more than one at play.

Mitochondria need trace minerals and properly recycled NAD to produce energy. When those are depleted or when the body is fighting infection or clearing toxins, energy production slows down as a protective mechanism. Addressing the root cause in addition to reprogramming mitochondiral function first requires figuring out which of these three is creating the conditions for fatigue to persist.

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361 Third Street, Suite J
San Rafael, CA
94901

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+14157576100

Website

https://gordonmedical.com/discovery-call/

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