If you have an Autoimmune Disease or have been sick without answers, then you probably already know that the struggle is real.
So I'll spare you the big promise.
I know you feel like your body has betrayed you.
I know you feel like you aren't being heard by your doctors, and aren't getting the answers you need.
I know you feel like no one understands your challenges.
I know you are overwhelmed and frustrated that you aren't getting better.
But I also know that you still have hope.
And that's why you're here.
I'll let you in on a dirty little secret.
Autoimmune Diseases are complex, and your doctors don't always have the answers you need.
Your body is designed to heal, and the more empowered you are, the more you will see progress in your healing journey.
You aren't alone.
You can do this.
Here's How I'll Help You Get There
Your symptoms are real, and the path to finding answers is complicated. This is your game plan.
DIAGNOSED. Your Autoimmune Disease Game Plan + Summit
is the FIRST and ONLY program of its kind that...
Addresses Autoimmune Disease in a 101-style that is easy to understand.
Empowers you with the resources you need to collaborate with your doctors.
Gives you actionable resources and a path to healing.
Can you imagine...
Can you imagine what it would feel like if you had a trusted practitioner who partnered with you?
The mission of the DIAGNOSED Summit is to help you no longer feel scared and helpless but instead feel confident in the partnership with your practitioner to explore the root causes of your chronic illness and find that breakthrough in your healing journey that you so richly deserve.
Can you imagine what it's like to say...
I feel HEARD.
I have HOPE.
You're in the right place!
You’re in the right place if you’ve been to countless doctors and feel like you AREN'T BEING HEARD and are not the getting answers you deserve.
You’re in the right place if you feel FRUSTRATED by your medical care and lack of progress in your healing journey.
You’re in the right place if YOU'RE READY to be empowered to find your own game plan and path to healing.
What You Will Learn
Here are a few highlights of what you will learn - check back for the final schedule!
Day 1 - Autoimmune Disease 101
Autoimmune Disease 101
Your Immune System, Inflammation, and Autoimmunity
Is Fibromyalgia Real?
Managing Autoimmune Fatigue
Day 2 - You are Empowered
Be Your Own Thyroid Advocate
The Best Kept Secret in Healthcare
Understanding Medical Bills and Insurance
The Struggle, the Juggle, and the Unexpected Gift
Day 3 - It All Begins with Mindset
Why Finding and Living Your Purpose is So Critical to Health
Healing from the Stress
You are Not Your Diagnosis
Be a Thriver
Day 4 - Your Path to Healing
Weight Gain, Hormone Imbalance, and Other Autoimmune Problems
Lyme Disease and Other Infections
Fertility and Autoimmune Disease
What Happens to the Immune System at Menopause
7 Basic Essentials of Good Health
Day 5 - Optimize Your Health
Are Parasites to Blame?
Healing Your Gut and the Connection with the Liver and Immune System
Autoimmune Nutrition for Busy Families
The Importance of Sleep with Autoimmune Disease
Bonus Sessions
How to Become an Empowered Patient CEO
The Productivity System You Need When You Don't Have it All Together
DIAGNOSED Summit Promise
In this summit you will go from feeling frustrated with your Autoimmune symptoms, feeling like your body has betrayed you, and feeling like you aren't being heard or understood...
to being confident to work with your doctors and empowered to take ownership of your healing journey.
This Summit is Perfect For You If...
You Feel STUCK
You’ve gone to countless doctors and specialists and you aren’t getting answers and you aren't getting better.
You Are EXHAUSTED
Your energy is depleted and you are sick of being sick.
You Feel FRUSTRATED
You feel like you aren't being heard or validated.
You Feel BETRAYED
You feel like your body has betrayed you and wonder if you will ever be your “normal” self again.
You Want MORE
You still have hope that one day you will get better.
How to Access
Mark your calendar for the week of April 19th!
Your Expert Speakers
We're still finalizing speakers and details - check back for the final schedule!
Vanessa Bond
Autoimmune Nutrition for Busy Families
Maria Claps and Kristin Johnson
What Happens to the Immune System at Menopause
Linda Downey
Healing Your Gut and the Connection with the Liver and Immune System
Dr. Kyrin Dunston
Weight Gain, Hormone Imbalance, and Other Autoimmune Problems
Dr. Brad Gorski
Autoimmune Disease 101
Rachel Hill
Be Your Own Thyroid Advocate
Carmen Hunter
7 Basic Essentials of Good Health
Dr. Darin Ingels
Lyme Disease and Other Infections
Daniel Lynch
Understanding Medical Bills and Insurance
Dr. Randy Michaux
You are Not Your Diagnosis
Dr. Rodger Murphree
Is Fibromyalgia Real?
Dr. Lisa Olszewski
The Best Kept Secret in Healthcare
Dr. Andrea Perez
Kimberly Price
Be a Thriver
Dr. Madiha Saeed
Your Immune System, Inflammation, and Autoimmunity
Suzie Senk
The Importance of Sleep with Autoimmune Disease
Dr. Aumatma Shah
Fertility and Autoimmune Disease
Amy Stark
Healing from the Stress
Dr. Meghan Walker
Why Finding and Living Your Purpose is So Critical to Your Health
Dr. Todd Watts
Are Parasites to Blame?
Kathy Reagan Young
The Struggle, the Juggle, and the Unexpected Gift
Kristin Wedding
Managing Autoimmune Fatigue
When you join the DIAGNOSED Summit, you will unlock your free 3-page guide with 25 Questions to Ask Your Doctor When Diagnosed with Autoimmune Disease!
In Case You Were Wondering...
YES! You can view the DIAGNOSED Summit for FREE from Monday, April 19 - 23.
At a later date, you will have the option to purchase an all-access pass to watch any time you want.
Everything is 100% online! You can watch in the comfort of your home!
Closer to the event date, you will receive a link to register and create a free account. On each day of the summit, you will be sent a reminder email with your login information. All you need to do is remember your password!
Easy peezy lemon breezy! When you log in, if you forget your password, just click the link, "Forgot Password" and you can reset it.
Autoimmune Diseases can be complicated at every stage - pre-diagnosis, during diagnosis, and for years later. If you are struggling, regardless of how long, this summit is for you!
We've got some amazing doctors and subject matter experts scheduled to share 101-style information with you, from the basics of Autoimmune Disease, to the basics of root cause healing. We also have plenty of lifestyle experts who will share the practical side of thriving with an Autoimmune Disease!
No. Our speakers' interviews are focused on Autoimmune Disease 101 and corresponding topics. They may mention the current situation, but only for a frame of reference, not to give any kind of medical advice.
We welcome anyone to watch! Approximately 75% of the individuals who have an Autoimmune Disease are women, and this Summit is hosted by Pink Fortitude. So yes, there is a little bit of pink going on here.
What Raving Fans Are Saying
"I love the work you are doing and thank you for your commitment, your work, your reaching out to us and to everyone you work with. You are truly a gift as a person to everyone you touch."
"Thank you for all of the wonderful information and inspiring me on my survival journey. I have learned so much from this class. I am inspired to clean up my life in so many ways, for my health and the health of my family. Thank you!"
"Thank you. I was so happy I cried. I've been dealing with these health issues for 5 years. I feel like for the first time, someone actually understands and gets it. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. For the first time, I don't feel alone. Thank you for helping others - it really makes a difference!"
"I want to thank you for this important series. Many blessings to you and pray this is helpful and can give vital info to people needing to hear it!"
About Your Host
Holly Bertone, PMP, CNHP
Holly Bertone, PMP, CNHP is the #1 Amazon.com bestselling author of the book Thriving in the Workplace with Autoimmune Disease: Know Your Rights, Resolve Conflict, and Reduce Stress, the first book ever to educate others on autoimmune disease as a legal disability in the U.S. workplace. She is a highly sought-after speaker and wellness expert and the leading authority on Autoimmune Disease in the workplace.
Holly spent the first 10 years of her career in Human Resources, primarily as a recruiter. After working for the prestigious consulting firm Booz Allen Hamilton, she was invited into federal government service as the Chief of Staff for one of our nation’s top national security offices. From there, she spent 15 years in Project Management.
Holly Bertone is currently the President and CEO of Pink Fortitude, LLC, and founder of Fortitude.Academy and the health and wellness website pinkfortitude.com. As a breast cancer and Hashimoto's survivor, she turned these two significant health challenges into a passion to help transform lives for women with chronic illness.
Holly is a Project Management Professional (PMP), holds a Masters Degree from Johns Hopkins University, and is a Certified Natural Health Professional.
In her free time, she loves to garden, and hit flea markets and yard sales. Holly is married to a retired Green Beret, is a stepmother, pug mamma, and lives in Alexandria, VA.
The information provided on this summit has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The information is not meant to be used, nor should it be used, to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical condition or disease. This summit is not intended as a substitute for the medical advice of a physician. The viewer should regularly consult a qualified, licensed doctor in matters relating to his/her health and particularly with respect to any symptoms that may require diagnosis or medical attention. Neither Pink Fortitude, LLC nor any of the speakers on this summit are responsible for any specific health needs that may require medical supervision and are not liable for any damages or negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person listening to or following the information on this summit. References are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute endorsement of any websites or other sources.
