Erica Elliott is a physician specializing in family practice and environmental medicine. She is often nicknamed "The Medical Detective," attracting people who have mysterious, puzzling medical problems that have not responded to conventional medical care. With an approach including mainstream, alternative, environmental, nutritional, and spiritual modalities, Dr. Elliott has given workshops around the country, including Esalen and Omega Institutes, titled “Composting Disaster” and “From Breakdown to Breakthrough,” The weeklong workshops gave guidelines for restoring and maintaining vitality and well-being. In addition to her weekly radio show “Medical Insights,” Dr. Elliott is co-author with Baker-Laporte of Prescriptions for a Healthy House, Third Edition, a guide to making one’s home a sanctuary for good health