One of the first alpha-gal patients in Georgia

David was diagnosed with alpha-gal syndrome in the early 2000s, when very few people had heard of it. He was convinced he had a meat allergy, but his allergist told him there was no such thing. For the next 20 years, he simply avoided red meat.

A fearful time of life

A few meals with lamb ended in the hospital with severe reactions and an overnight stay. Over time he had to watch for things like chicken sausages in beef or pork casings. Reading every label was hard enough. Eating out, and traveling to places where he didn't speak the language, meant never quite knowing what was in his food.

His family did the research

His son kept forwarding clinical trial results, and David admits he ignored them for a good six months. His wife, a retired physician, looked into it herself and found very few places that do this work. She came with him to his first visit, then told him he was in capable hands.

Worth every hour on the road

David drives an hour and a half each way to see Dr. Harris and the team in Peachtree City. After 5 visits over 4 months, he says the freedom of not having to worry is worth all the time and all the travel. In his words: “I don't have to carry two EpiPens and prednisone in my briefcase everywhere I go. It's liberating.”

Filet mignon is back

Filet mignon was always a favorite. Now he cooks one for dinner and saves half for breakfast, and he just had his first real hamburger. His advice to anyone living with alpha-gal: “People should just try it, embrace it, lean into it.”

What we know so far

Alpha-gal syndrome is a meat allergy caused by a tick bite, and it is usually managed by avoiding mammal products. Our team has a 96% success rate helping alpha-gal patients, and your care is planned around you at your initial consultation.

If you or someone you love has lived with alpha-gal syndrome for months or years, we would be glad to talk with you. Call to schedule your initial consultation today! 770-756-1979, or book at ptcacu.com/book-now. We see patients from Peachtree City, Fayetteville, Tyrone, Senoia, Newnan and Sharpsburg, and many drive in from across Georgia, Alabama and Florida.

Frequently asked questions

Can acupuncture help with alpha-gal syndrome?

Many of our alpha-gal patients report being able to eat foods they had cut out, like David in this video. Our team has a 96% success rate helping alpha-gal patients, and we talk through what to expect at your initial consultation.

How many visits does it take?

It varies from person to person. David came for 5 visits over 4 months. We map out a plan with you at your initial consultation.

I live more than an hour away. Is it worth the drive?

David drives an hour and a half each way and says the freedom is worth all the time and travel. Many of our alpha-gal patients come from across Georgia, Alabama and Florida, and we plan visits to keep your trips as few as possible.

I've had alpha-gal for decades. Is it too late?

David had lived with alpha-gal syndrome for about 20 years before his first visit. We'd be glad to talk through your history at your initial consultation.