Hartsoe & IHMA

[Guest guest]

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You and I have never met in person - so there are a few things that I would

like to clarify for you. Anyone who knows me at all, knows that I work

everyday - trying to further the hyperbaric field for neurological

conditions. I have never changed my stance on that. I made up my mind a

long time ago to try to remain neutral and listen to everyone. I have

remained on the fence, refusing to jump into anyone's group and ignore or

discount anyone else with a differing opinion in regard to HBOT. And,

because of this, I have learned that there are two sides to a story -

sometimes, many. And, they don't always have immediate and simple solutions.

Though you may not always agree with everything someone else does or

believes, you pick what fits with your beliefs and let the rest go. I also

believe every person has a right to decide for themselves what is best and

not just because some group tells them it is.

This can be a very volatile field - hyperbaric therapy - simply because of

the nature of what we are trying to do. Change the old status quo -

re-educate the medical profession and take on the biggest industry in the US

- Insurance. So - there is always friction, and factions and fact and even

FICTION. I chose to follow no one. Nor, do I chose to be the leader. I

want the best information I can get from all sources and yes, there will be

times when I may need assistance. But, I chose to be in control of my own

circumstances and Bill. What " group " you chose to join is up to each person.

I do not recommend any one over the other. Yes, the IHMA has helped (along

with many many others) during HB l676 and yes, Dr. Harch and Kevan Corson and

Ken Locklear all were there to help with Bill's second round of HBOT which

the state of Texas paid for. I have thanked them profusely - but, in case it

got lost in the friction, I would like to publicly thank each one of them

again. I have tried to repay this generosity by helping others, also. I

know that Ed has a long way to go with his bill - but, I would hope that my

efforts have helped some. So - I HAVE BEEN supporting the cause of the IHMA

by still working with the Texas legislature - working at a national level

with my congressman and answering so many phone calls and emails everyday

from parents and doctors to the best of my ability. Just because I have not

joined the IHMA by sending a check does not mean that I do not support the

field or this cause. My reasons are personal and that's my right.

Keep up the good work.

e Creacy