New Board Led by Mold-Related Illness Expert, Dr. Andrew Heyman
Enhancing Training & Remediation Protocols for Individuals Affected by Mold Exposure
[Abita Springs, LA] — The National Organization of Remediators and Microbial Inspectors (NORMI™) proudly announces the formation of the NORMI™ Medical Advisory Board, chaired by renowned expert Dr. Andrew Heyman. This newly established board will play a pivotal role in refining NORMI’s training courses and professional practices, with a strong emphasis on the organization’s groundbreaking Level Four Protocol. This protocol underpins the NORMI Certified Remediation for Sensitized Individuals (NCRSI™) credential, which equips professionals with the expertise to provide effective solutions for clients suffering from Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS) and other mold-related health conditions.
The NORMI™ Medical Advisory Board aims to bridge the gap between remediation professionals and healthcare providers, ensuring that individuals affected by environmental toxins receive comprehensive care. Under Dr. Heyman’s leadership, the board comprises distinguished experts from various medical disciplines, including:
- Dr. Heyman’s Profile– Medical Director of Integrative Medicine, The George Washington University
- Jim LaValle’s Profile– Clinical Pharmacist, LaValle Metabolix
- Ray Solano’s Profile– Clinical Pharmacist
- Dr. Ross’s Profile– Director, Virginia Institute of Neuropsychiatry
- Allison Remy’s Profile– Physician Assistant
Dr. Heyman highlighted the significance of the Advisory Board’s work, stating, “It is an honor to collaborate with NORMI. For too long, doctors have been treating environmental illness caused by mold exposure while their patients continue to be affected by the very toxins within the built environment that are making them sick. This collaboration represents a crucial step toward breaking that cycle.”
The Advisory Board has already begun its work, endorsing the NORMI Level Four Protocol as the most effective method for managing mold assessment and remediation for sensitized individuals. Several board members emphasized that adherence to this protocol ensures more successful outcomes for both the built environment and those who occupy it.
The innovative Level Four Protocol aligns fully with the industry’s core Standard of Care (IICRC S-520) and is designed to address the needs of individuals with heightened sensitivities to environmental toxins, including mold. Taught nationwide and supported by NORMI’s rigorous certification program, this protocol is quickly becoming the industry standard for managing complex environmental health challenges.
Doug Hoffman, Executive Director of NORMI™, expressed his enthusiasm for the initiative:
“One of the most exciting outcomes of this partnership is the ability to connect potential clients with highly trained, certified professionals through our NORMI Pro Locator at www.NORMIPro.com. Too often, individuals struggle to find qualified professionals who can properly address mold-related issues, leading to wasted time, money, and emotional distress. This collaboration finally bridges the gap between healthcare providers and remediation experts, offering a holistic approach to solving these challenges. As I always say, we fix buildings, not people. Now, we can connect with those who fix people, creating a true win-win for the industry.”
Through this strategic collaboration, clients can trust that professionals listed in the NORMI Pro Locator possess the specialized expertise needed to deliver effective sanitization, decontamination, and remediation solutions. This partnership strengthens the industry by ensuring that individuals affected by mold and biotoxin exposure receive care from knowledgeable and skilled professionals.
For more information on the NORMI™ NCRSI™ Assessment/Remediation Protocol or to find a certified NORMI professional, please visit www.NORMI.org and www.NORMIPro.com.
About NORMI™
NORMI™ is a leading organization dedicated to training, certification, and support for professionals in the indoor air quality (IAQ) and mold remediation industries. Through its comprehensive programs, NORMI™ ensures that practitioners adhere to best practices and provide effective solutions for environmental health challenges.