He was subjected to two angiograms and was scheduled for heart surgery in 1976 at Methodist Hospital, Cardiovascular branch, Houston, Texas. Dr. Whitaker checked out of the Hospital against medical advise to pursue alternative therapy. At this time Dr. Whitaker is symptom free and is no longer taking any type of medication. In September of 1995, Dr. Whitaker was evaluated by Cooper Clinic, Dallas, Texas where Thallium stress testing was carried out. The results were startling.
Heart shows no signs of stress or damage.
Dr. Whitaker credits lifestyle changes and Chelation therapy for his miraculous recovery. An intensive therapeutic diet and nutritional schedule are also instituted, as well as a definite exercise program. A complete change in the health habits of the patient is expected. It is difficult to accurately predict the extent of the treatments' success in any specific case. Before chelation treatments can be started, the patient must be carefully evaluated.