In this episode, we sit down with the team behind OSSIO Fiber, a new class of bio-integrative fixation technology designed to offer surgeons an alternative to traditional metal implants. Instead of leaving permanent hardware behind, OSSIO Fiber is engineered to provide strong, stable fixation while gradually integrating into the patient’s natural bone over time.

We explore the science behind the material, the motivation for developing a metal-free solution, and how this technology is shaping decisions in orthopedic care today. Whether you’re a surgeon, a med-tech professional, or simply curious about innovations improving patient experiences, this episode offers a clear, accessible look at a breakthrough that’s gaining momentum across the field.

Why This Conversation Matters

Traditional metal implants have been the standard for decades, but they come with lifelong presence, potential removal surgeries, and imaging limitations. OSSIO Fiber represents a different direction—one that supports healing while reducing the long-term footprint of fixation materials. This episode breaks down the science, the promise, and the practical reality behind that shift.

In this episode you will learn:

• Why surgeons are seeking alternatives to traditional metal implants and what challenges OSSIO Fiber aims to address.

• How bio-integrative materials work and what makes OSSIO Fiber different from resorbable or metal-based fixation.

• Real-world insights from the development and clinical adoption of fiber-based fixation technology.

~Links and Resources~

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Our guest in this episode, Jen, suffers from Chiari Malformation - A syndrome where brain tissue extends into the spinal canal, estimated to affect approximately 1 in 1000 people.

Jen bravely underwent Chiari Decompression surgery to relieve pressure on the brainstem, cerebellum and spinal cord, but immediately knew something was wrong due to a litany of pain and symptoms following her surgery and the implantation of titanium mesh hardware.

After much research and many tests, Jen was able to confirm an allergy to nickel, a trace element not required to be listed in commercially pure titanium hardware. This podcast episode is the story of Jen’s fight through her pain, through gaslighting and ultimately revision surgery to remove the metal from her brain and to help resolve the symptoms caused by it. 

In this episode you will learn:

• What is Chiari malformation and what are the symptoms.

• How Chiari Decompression surgery is performed.

• How metal hardware is often implanted during surgery without the patient’s knowledge or formal consent. 

• Why it is important to continue to advocate for yourself and better outcomes.

~Links and Resources~

~ Support for Chiari Malformation: www.ChiariSupport.org

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Bobby Jones website for Chiari related disorders: https://bobbyjonescsf.org/

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Welcome to our Heavily Metalled Season 3 Opener and a Heavily Metalled FIRST! In this episode the renowned metal allergy expert Dr. Scott Schroeder takes metal allergy questions, along with Linda Nelson, CEO of MELISA Diagnostics, on our first ever community Q&A recorded LIVE, along with many questions sent in by our Metalhead audience! 

We’ve got questions about implants, surgeries, testing, diet, pre-operative preparation and much, MUCH more! 

In this episode you will learn:

• How you can experience TREMENDOUS relief from pain and symptoms by following a low-nickel diet. 

• Do trace amounts of nickel in implants really cause severe reactions & what percentage does it take to cause them?  

• How to get a doctor that won’t listen to hear you. 

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~To make a comment or petition to the FDA, click HERE. 

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~Get the Low Nickel Diet cookbook HERE.

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In this groundbreaking episode of Heavily Metalled, we're joined by renowned orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon Dr. Selene Parekh to explore the revolutionary development of the metal-free 3D-printed Talus implant. As systemic metal hypersensitivity gains wider recognition, this innovation offers new hope to patients who may be allergic to traditional metal orthopedic implants or wish to avoid metal altogether.

Dr. Parekh, known as the "Fantasy Doctor" for his sports injury analysis and as a trailblazer in orthopedic innovation, discusses how this polymer-based Talus implant mimics the function and durability of bone without introducing reactive materials into the body. We delve into the technology behind the implant, compare it to metal-based alternatives, and discuss the implications for long-term biocompatibility, joint preservation, and quality of life—especially for patients with previously limited options.

We also explore important questions around informed consent and screening for metal allergies in surgical planning. Does Dr. Parekh routinely pre-screen his patients? How is the orthopedic field evolving to meet the needs of this underserved group? And what’s next for 3D printing in other joints?

Don’t miss this episode if you or someone you love is navigating life with chronic pain or facing decisions about orthopedic surgery—it could change the way you think about implants forever;.

In this episode you will learn:

• How metal-free 3D-printed Talus implants are changing ankle surgery.

• The benefits of biocompatible, non-metal implant materials.

• What to ask your surgeon about metal allergies and implants.

~Links and Resources~

~ Find Dr. Parekh at his website HERE.

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~Follow Dr. Parekh on his YouTube Channel HERE. 

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~To see Dr. Parekh’s interview on this implant with CBS News click HERE.

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***Many WONDERFUL, supportive special-interest communities exist for metal allergies and diet, hardware issues, medical devices, etc., online and on social media. They have many resources and often act as a collective think-tank. I owe many parts of my recovery to knowledge obtained in such groups. Search keywords to join these groups and find your tribe!***

Tracey O’Neill was at the pinnacle of health as a fitness instructor and in the prime of her active life prior to bi-lateral hip replacement surgery due to a sudden diagnosis of a previously undiagnosed condition: congenital hip dysplasia. 

Tracey went from her idyllic life to fully disabled, in massive amounts of pain, and able to walk with only the assistance of dual walking sticks, only to find out that she was being poisoned by severe cobalt debris from her bilateral implants.

As Tracey’s condition continued to degrade, and she was gaslit by many medical professionals, she experienced a growing litany of debilitating symptoms such as swelling, pain, redness, memory loss, shortness of breath and swelling, eventually finding out that her cobalt levels were seven times normal.

Tracey has bravely endured two brutal revision surgeries to date and that was only on the first hip, with the second still to come.Tracey is now a tireless advocate  running an online support group for hip revision patients with chronic pain and cobalt toxicity from hip implants.  

In this episode you will learn:

• How cobalt poisoning from hip implants can mimic other chronic illnesses and go undiagnosed.

• The importance of trusting your body—even when doctors don’t.

• What kinds of symptoms may be linked to metal toxicity from implants.

• Where you can get support for your hip replacement & implant pain. 

~Links and Resources~

~ Find Tracey’s Hip Replacement Chronic Pain Support & Cobalt Poisoning Facebook group HERE.

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~To read Tracey’s Article in the Daily Telegraph click HERE. 

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~To see the images that accompany this episode click HERE.

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***Many WONDERFUL, supportive special-interest communities exist for metal allergies and diet, hardware issues, medical devices, etc., online and on social media. They have many resources and often act as a collective think-tank. I owe many parts of my recovery to knowledge obtained in such groups. Search keywords to join these groups and find your tribe!***

EP35 - Betrayal Medicine with Megan Nichols LCSW

With the recent headlines regarding spinal and chronic pain patient Luigi Mangioni, and the brutal murder of a United Healthcare insurance executive, our attention is drawn to the plight of chronically ill patients and our broken healthcare system. Our guest today, Therapist Megan Nichols, LCSW, helps us unpack medical trauma, gaslighting and PTSD. We discuss what is happening within the current constructs of our overtaxed and un-individualized healthcare system, how we got here and the difficult emotions that we often encounter on our journey to be heard, seen and understood. We discuss ways to more effectively accomplish our goals regarding caring for ourselves mentally and physically as we navigate chronic conditions and seek for better quality of life. 

In this episode you will learn:

• What defines trauma in a medical setting and how it is different for each of us. 

• What is medical gaslighting and how does it sound different when a provider is dismissing versus just not understanding. 

• What EMDR therapy is and how it can help your body resolve trauma. 

• Tools for mental health care with or without insurance. 

~Links and Resources~

~If you are experiencing mental distress and need help NOW call: 2-1-1, 9-8-8 OR Text “Hello” or “Hola” 24/7 to 741741. 

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~To connect with Megan Nichols, LCSW click HERE. 

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~To check out Megan’s AWESOME music click HERE.

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~To obtain the “No Bad Parts” book by Richard Schrwartz click HERE. 

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~To obtain “The Myth of Normal” book click HERE. 

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~To make a comment or petition to the FDA, click HERE. 

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~To follow Heavily Metalled on RUMBLE click HERE. 

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~To read the YouTube medical misinformation policy click HERE. 

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~Get the Low Nickel Diet cookbook HERE.

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~To learn more visit ⁠HeavilyMetalled.com⁠.

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***Many WONDERFUL, supportive special-interest communities exist for metal allergies and diet, hardware issues, medical devices, etc., online and on social media. They have many resources and often act as a collective think-tank. I owe many parts of my recovery to knowledge obtained in such groups. Search keywords to join these groups and find your tribe!***

Our guest today, Barry Walsh, has an incredible story about allergies to an IV filter,  as well as spinal fusion hardware implanted after a 40 foot fall at a construction site. Prior to surgery Barry was a wealthy & successful construction contractor in New York City to many big name celebrities and organizations. After his fall he became homeless, gaslit, dismissed by medical professionals, locked up in psych wards repeatedly and lived in his car until a hero surgeon believed him and started removing his metal. 

In this episode you will learn:

• What an IV filter is an how it can be dangerous to your health.  

• How metal allergies can be mistaken for mental illness. 

• Just how much health can be restored when metal is removed. 

• How to better advocate for yourself with metal allergies.

~Links and Resources~

~To make a comment or petition to the FDA, click HERE. 

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~To follow Heavily Metalled on RUMBLE click HERE. 

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~To read the YouTube medical misinformation policy click HERE. 

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~Get the Low Nickel Diet cookbook HERE.

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***Many WONDERFUL, supportive special-interest communities exist for metal allergies and diet, hardware issues, medical devices, etc., online and on social media. They have many resources and often act as a collective think-tank. I owe many parts of my recovery to knowledge obtained in such groups. Search keywords to join these groups and find your tribe!***

Our guest today, Debbie Heist Lambert is the author of the new book “Gadolinium Deposition and Toxicity: Humanizing a Life-Changing Event", as well as head honcho over at Living with Gadolinium, LLC.  Debbie is a huge advocate for all medically injured patients. She is enthusiastic about ensuring that informed consent, truth and transparency become the gold standard for all things healthcare after her own life changed dramatically following the first, and then multiple injections of a GBCA (gadolinium based contrast agent), a toxic rare-earth metal retained in everyone. Debbie found a passion and purpose in learning and applying the new knowledge to help herself and to provide support and help for others. Debbie gives all glory to God for his love, support, and ongoing guidance.

In this episode you will learn:

• What Gadolinium is and why it’s used.   

• Where to find support if you believe you have been injured by Gadolinium. 

• How to best test to find out if you have toxic stored amounts of Gadolinium. 

• About safe detox options to help rid the body of stored gadolinium.

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~ Debbie’s Book: “Gadolinium Deposition & Toxicity: Humanizing a Life-Changing Event” - Get it HERE. 

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~ Living With Gadolinium, LLC on Facebook - Go HERE. 

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~GadTTRAC.org - Resource for all things gadolinium - Go HERE. 

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Check out “The God Memorandum” by Og Mandino HERE

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Check out NeuroSym HERE. 

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Check out Vital Health Saunas HERE. 

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~To make a comment or petition to the FDA, click HERE. 

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~To follow Heavily Metalled on RUMBLE click HERE. 

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~To read the YouTube medical misinformation policy click HERE. 

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~Get the Low Nickel Diet cookbook HERE.

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***Many WONDERFUL, supportive special-interest communities exist for metal allergies and diet, hardware issues, medical devices, etc., online and on social media. They have many resources and often act as a collective think-tank. I owe many parts of my recovery to knowledge obtained in such groups. Search keywords to join these groups and find your tribe!***

Our guest today, Shannon, has a remarkable story about allergies to an iliac vein stent (two actually) that she received after a May Thurner syndrome diagnosis. Prior to surgery to place the stent she had even informed the surgeon about her severe nickel allergy, complete with LTT test results, and woke from surgery to find out that she had received not only one but TWO nitinol stents instead!!!Nitinol is often comprised of nearly equal amounts of nickel and titanium and causes severe symptoms in the nickel-allergic patient population. You will hear about the severe health challenges that ensued for Shannon and her brave fight to have these stents removed, which may require a very risky open surgery. 

In this episode you will learn:

~Links and Resources~

~To make a comment or petition to the FDA, click HERE. 

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~To follow Heavily Metalled on RUMBLE click HERE. 

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~To read the YouTube medical misinformation policy click HERE. 

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~Get the Low Nickel Diet cookbook HERE.

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~To learn more visit ⁠HeavilyMetalled.com⁠.

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Check out the “Heavily Metalled” resource page: ⁠https://www.heavilymetalled.com/resources⁠

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Sign up for the FREE newsletter and email list on HeavilyMetalled.com & get a FREE symptoms list & next steps bundle!~Sign the petition asking medical providers and facilities to pre-screen for metal hypersensitivity here: http://tinyurl.com/2458ea8

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***Many WONDERFUL, supportive special-interest communities exist for metal allergies and diet, hardware issues, medical devices, etc., online and on social media. They have many resources and often act as a collective think-tank. I owe many parts of my recovery to knowledge obtained in such groups. Search keywords to join these groups and find your tribe!***

EP31 - Sensiband Metal Allergy Test Kit w/Spine Surgeon & Inventor Mitch Reiter

In this episode of Heavily Metalled, we’re diving deep into the Sensiband metal allergy test kit with inventor and renowned spine surgeon Dr. Mitchell Reiter. Sensiband is FDA Class 1 medical device and a groundbreaking tool designed to help individuals identify sensitivities to metals that could be causing systemic pain and other health issues.Dr. Reiter discusses his background and why metal allergies and allergies in general play an important role in his personal life. In practice Dr. Reiter and his inventor/partner Dr. Mark Drzala started noticing some of their surgical patients with sensitivities were experiencing poor surgical outcomes. Dr. Drzala had his own experience with metal allergy and toxicity after reacting to mercury in his dental hardware so their minds turned towards helping these patients and moving them towards a better quality of life. This episode not only delves into all things Sensiband, but also addresses some prominent questions regarding surgical implants, metal allergies, alternative materials, pre-screening customs, and how to combine multiple testing modalities for the most up to date and accurate information regarding a particular patient and that patient’s unique hypersensitivities. We also discuss current stigmas and attitudes in the medical and device industries towards metal allergies and how the tides may be starting to shift in favor of those with documented metal hypersensitivity. This is an episode you won’t want to miss! 

In this episode you will learn:

~Links and Resources~

~ Check out the Sensiband website and order your test HERE.

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~To make a comment or petition to the FDA, click HERE. 

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~To follow Heavily Metalled on RUMBLE click HERE. 

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~To read the YouTube medical misinformation policy click HERE. 

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~Get the Low Nickel Diet cookbook HERE.

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~To learn more visit ⁠HeavilyMetalled.com⁠.

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Check out the “Heavily Metalled” resource page: ⁠https://www.heavilymetalled.com/resources⁠

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***Many WONDERFUL, supportive special-interest communities exist for metal allergies and diet, hardware issues, medical devices, etc., online and on social media. They have many resources and often act as a collective think-tank. I owe many parts of my recovery to knowledge obtained in such groups. Search keywords to join these groups and find your tribe!***