Physician Gayln Perry Jana Schmidt join forces to offer a powerful, evidence-based strategy for those suffering from long COVID or COVID vaccine injury. Blending clinical insight with natural healing, this class explores the root causes of persistent symptoms, from spike protein damage to immune dysfunction and outlines a practical path to recovery. Learn what makes GoldCare’s approach different, what labs and treatments may be recommended, and how real healing starts with being heard.

In this GoldCare Masterclass, Gayln Perry MD, a pulmonologist and sleep specialist, and Jana Schmidt ND, a board-certified naturopath and wellness expert, came together to address one of the most pressing medical issues of our time: healing from long COVID and COVID vaccine injury. Their collaborative presentation offered both a clinical and natural perspective—grounded in expertise, compassion, and a shared mission to walk alongside those who’ve been harmed and unheard.

Acknowledging the Pain—and Offering a Path Forward
Dr. Perry opened with a message to those suffering from post-COVID or vaccine-related illness: “You will be heard.” Both she and Dr. Schmidt emphasized their commitment to listening, believing patients, and offering true care—not dismissal. Together, they have spent hundreds of hours studying emerging literature and working directly with affected individuals to develop a thoughtful, evidence-backed, and deeply human response to long COVID and vaccine injury.

The Philosophy Behind the Program
Dr. Schmidt, a naturopathic doctor, researcher, and ordained minister, shared how her healing philosophy is rooted in the belief that the human body is designed to heal. Over the past five years, she’s helped more than 7,000 COVID-affected individuals recover—none of whom were hospitalized or developed long COVID. Her focus on root cause healing, detoxification, and natural support forms the foundation of this new recovery program.

Dr. Perry, a classically trained MD with a background in critical care and pulmonology, also shared how her views evolved during the pandemic. “The foundation of medicine crumbled during COVID,” she said, referring to the loss of informed consent and the broken trust between doctors and patients. She emphasized the importance of minimalism in medicine—identifying the ‘why’ behind illness and avoiding symptom-masking approaches.

A Unique Partnership: Natural + Clinical
What sets this program apart is its integration of two disciplines often kept separate. Dr. Schmidt and Dr. Perry work as true partners, blending clinical diagnostics with holistic strategies. Their shared aim is to bring restoration to individuals failed by conventional systems.

The Program: What to Expect
The recovery program includes:

• Comprehensive Intake: Includes personal health history, number of infections or shots, and recent lab work.
• Specialized Lab Recommendations: Including optional advanced tests like spike protein quantification.
• Customized Care Plans: Foundational support for all, and individualized protocols based on symptoms and labs.
• Referral to Like-Minded GoldCare DPC Providers: Ensuring continuity and alignment in care.
• Patient Education: A mandatory segment on spike protein pathology and root causes before consultations begin.
• Consent and Transparency: Patients acknowledge the novel nature of the virus and vaccine, and are informed of the program’s integrative methods, which may include repurposed medications, compounding, and supplements.
• Optional Data Sharing for Research: Fully de-identified data may help improve future treatment efforts.
• Financial Support Access: Through COVID Creative Care, a new nonprofit offering grants to assist with costs.

The Root of the Problem: What the Spike Protein Really Does
Dr. Perry offered a clear and science-backed explanation of spike protein damage—whether from the virus or mRNA vaccines. Key concerns include:

• ACE2 Receptor Damage: Leading to inflammation, blood flow disruption, and multi-organ symptoms.
• Amyloid Microclots: Caused by misfolded fibrin, these clots impair oxygen delivery and contribute to fatigue and brain fog.
• Persistence of Spike Protein: Hidden in white blood cells, exosomes, and the gut microbiome, continuing to fuel symptoms.
• Immune System Disruption: T-cell exhaustion and B-cell dysfunction may lead to increased infections, autoimmune conditions, and even cancer risk.
• Contaminants in mRNA Vaccines: Including foreign DNA that may trigger insertional mutagenesis, raising further concerns for long-term safety.

The Foundation for Healing: Natural Strategies That Work
Dr. Schmidt then outlined a series of foundational recommendations:

• Intermittent Fasting: To reduce inflammation and aid cellular repair.
• Infrared Light & Sauna Use: Stimulates mitochondrial function and detox pathways.
• Melatonin: Supports brain detox and reduces inflammation.
• Resveratrol & Quercetin: Antiviral and anti-inflammatory support, especially helpful with fasting.
• Fermented Foods & Probiotics: Crucial for restoring gut health and reducing candida overgrowth.
• Gentle Movement & Stretching: Activates the lymphatic system to remove toxins.
• Vitamin D with K2: Enhances immune strength, regulates inflammation, and supports cardiovascular health.
• Bee Pollen: Described as a “nutritional powerhouse,” it aids in detoxification, immune balance, and cellular protection.
• Sleep & Surprising Tools: Sleep is essential for immune resilience, and agents like xylitol and grapefruit seed extract show promise in antiviral defense.

Hope, Strategy, and Support—All in One Place
This masterclass was more than education. It was a declaration of solidarity with those still suffering—and an open door to care that actually responds to what is happening inside the body. GoldCare’s integrative model provides both empathy and scientific clarity.

Dr. Atkinson concluded by reaffirming that while the COVID era revealed deep flaws in mainstream healthcare, it also brought forward voices like Dr. Perry and Dr. Schmidt—providers who are lighting the way toward honest, patient-centered healing.