Doctors, Scientists and Medical Professionals on Immune System Health & Transfer Factor

Dr. William Hennen, Ph.D.(Doctor of Philosophy)- Biochemist and Researcher in Drug Design and Development on Transfer Factor:
"Transfer factor's are the most exciting discovery in immunology. As the 21st century unfolds,
transfer factor will be one of our greatest keys to health and well being."
- William Hennen, Ph.D.
Dr. Hennen, Vice President of Research and Development at 4Life Research, is a biochemist with thirteen years of experience as a researcher in drug design and development. He also worked for eight years as a consultant and research director in the nutritional supplement industry.
Transfer Factor Natural Immune Booster By William J. Hennen Ph.D.

Dr. Vivienne Matalon, M.D. - A Medical Doctor on Transfer Factor:
"Transfer factor is in the same class as the most potent vitamins. When do you need it? You need it all the time. And who needs it? Actually, everyone. Not only you as an adult, but also your children and pets. And it's safe. I have not documented one single side effect related to the use of transfer factor."
- Vivienne Matalon, M.D.

Dr. Ken Hansen, D.V.M. - A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine on Transfer Factor:
"Veterinary Medicine has been my profession and career for over 30 years. I became a large animal veterinarian because of my interests in the cattle industry. Horses and small animals comprised about 20% of my "James Harriet-like" practice. Then, after 4 years of doing what was most important to me, an allergy to cattle popped up. The symptoms were indigestion, intense itching and inflammation anytime I came in contact with the bovine species or tried to eat beef, even to the point of not tolerating dairy products. It was serious enough that I had to leave the practice that I loved and change directions. I returned to Colorado State University, my alma mater, and studied pathology in graduate school. I returned to practice, which at first was one hundred percent small animal. I learned not to make "never" claims because I had told my classmates "I will never spend my time working on poodles". Having recovered from the cattle allergies, I began to once again do some large animal practice. The road to recovery and healing was long-term which included digging into the literature and finding dietary and supplement applications which worked. It took about seven years to total recovery. My practice interests became more and more, disease prevention and wellness. I saw how nutrition made a great difference and was often more effective than traditional medical approaches.

Then I was introduced to Transfer Factor, developed by 4-Life Research, from a colleague. I have found that the results of using these products did more in a few hours or a few days than traditional medicine alone. This became the next step for me in working in nutrition, disease prevention and wellness. A couple of my colleagues presented these products at the American Association of Equine Practitioners meeting in Texas. There was an opportunity here, I found, not only to build a consultation type practice but also to develop some very good income. 4-Life Research is a very impressive and professional company. They developed Immune System products first for humans and then for animals. I found they were very effective..."
- Ken Hansen, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

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Dr. Richard Bennett, Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) - Scientist and Infectious Disease Microbiologist & Immunologist on Transfer Factor:
"The immunity provided by transfer factor is long lived and can help all ages who are suffering from a variety of ailments or those who want to stay well."
- Richard Bennett, Ph.D.
Doctor Bennett is an Infectious Disease Microbiologist & Immunologist, who is enjoying retirement from a 21-year career with the University of California where he specialized in food and water quality and safety. He received his Doctorate in Comparative Pathology from the University of California, Davis. He has an extensive background in milk quality and disease control, water resource policy, food safety, public policy of natural resources, etc. He has also served as an advisor for the FDA and USDA.
See Research Studies on Transfer Factors done by Dr. Richard Bennett

Dr. Gary Haagen - Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine on Transfer Factor:
"A while ago I came down with a summer cold. I got a runny nose and a sore throat, and then my next order of transfer factor arrived. I decided I would take nothing else. In a 24-hour time period I felt great! I had no symptoms. It was like I'd never had a cold. It was very exciting for me to experience that firsthand. Quite frankly, I've never had an immune boosting experience like I had with transfer factor. It's just remarkable. I think every chiropractor should know about this product and I think people should be telling their friends about this. If for no other reason you should have it in your medicine chest for when you need a immune system boost or modulation."
- Doctor Gary Haagen

Bob Kononiuk R.Ph. - Pharmacist on Transfer Factor
"As a medical professional and pharmacist, I have been exposed to a great number of medical drugs and nutrients. I am convinced that the benefits produced by transfer factor and transfer factor plus far exceed any substance that I have ever been exposed to. I have assumed the mission to take this to the world. Everyone should be on these products."
- Bob Kononiuk R.Ph.

Suzette Lawrence, CNM on Transfer Factor:
"When infants are nursed they are 17 times less likely to become seriously ill. Today we understand the science behind this dramatic display of wellness. We understand that the newborn's immune system is jump started with mom's immune history via her transfer factors. Transfer factor is our tool to jumpstart our immune systems."
- Suzette Lawrence, CNM

Doctor Calvin McCausland - Researcher on Transfer Factor:
"Our company (4Life Research) has proven itself to be a company that provides sound dietary supplements, in keeping with the latest research. This commitment to providing revolutionary natural products is one that I am excited to help develop. I am particularly struck with the potential that exists for the transfer factor. Transfer factor is today where vitamins and herbs were 15 years ago."
- Dr. Calvin McCausland
Dr. McCausland has 22 years of experience in the nutritional supplement industries. During that time, he supervised the creation or reformulation of over 350 supplements. He is an internationally known lecturer and has visited 53 countries in the world. In October 1997 Dr. McCausland became the first and only American to be elected a member and academician in the Russian Academy of Medical and Technical Science. In March of 1999 he was awarded the national Kosigen award. The award recognizes the most significant contribution that will impact the future economy of Russia in the areas of science and medicine.Others on Transfer Factor

Dr. Joe Elrod, Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) - Professor and Fibromyalgia Researcher on Transfer Factor:
"I have been very fortunate to place fibromyalgia patients on our protocol throughout North America. Transfer factors are remarkable because the recovery process has been expedited greatly. Now that we have transfer factors, we are getting even better results, especially with the more chronic stages and conditions of the syndrome. The executives and scientists behind this company and product have impeccable credentials. I consider it a tremendous honor and privilege to be a small part of this wonderful 4Life™ effort that is effectively putting lives and families back together worldwide."
- Joe Elrod, Ph.D.
Doctor Elrod received his Doctoral Degree in the field of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation. For fifteen years, he served as a professor at Auburn University. He has done extensive research in the field of fibromyalgia and is the author of the best-selling book Reversing Fibromyalgia. He has served as a member of many boards and committees, including Programs for Exceptional Children and American Alliance for Health.

Marc H. Blatstein - Former President of the Philadelphia Chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation on Transfer Factor:
"I have had diabetes for 38 of my 49 years and I've had kidney disease since 1986. In August of 1999, I went for my quarterly blood test for my kidneys. The physician called me after the test was taken and said, "Not only are your kidneys functioning well, after fourteen years, their function has improved dramatically." My BUN (blood urea nitrogen) was near normal after fourteen years of it being almost twice as high as it should be because my kidneys weren't filtering well. The only supplemental change in my life was transfer factor. Only once in my life did I endorse a product. I've been on an insulin pump for seven years, and I've allowed my name, face, and testimony to be used nationally. This is the second time, and it took alot to convince me. Not only are my kidneys working great, but this is the first year in sixteen years that I haven't gotten a flu shot or gotten the flu or bronchitis"
- Marc H. Blatstein
Marc H. Blatstein is the Former President of the Philadelphia Chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation.


June Ferrari, ND, CNC on Transfer Factor:
"Transfer factor is the gift from nature that supplies the essential tools for the regulation of our immune systems, in order to properly address the challenges we face in today's toxic world. transfer factor provides the body with an arsenal of defense, unleashing the true power of the immune system."
- June Ferrari, ND, CNC

Doctors Greg Wilson and Gary Paddock - Researchers and Transfer Factor Patent Holders Comments:
"We know transfer factor’s history of safety. Chang, at the Wadley Institute of Molecular Medicine in Texas, injected humongous amounts of transfer factor in people just to prove that it was safe. He went way overboard to prove safety. The nice thing about transfer factor, when prepared in the way it will be distributed by 4Life™, it evokes no immune response against it by the recipient, and there’s no problem about immune complex diseases and it’s, therefore, much safer."
- Doctor Greg Wilson, Transfer Factor Patent Holder

"Through the research that Dr. Wilson and I have done in the development and characterization of Colostral TF, we have patented this technology. This patent includes the manufacture and use of Colostral TF, and this patent has been licensed to 4 Life." Doctor Gary Paddock, Transfer Factor Patent Holder http://www.transfer-factor-research-4-natural-cure.org/doctors2.html


Medical Doctors on Transfer Factor
The following are Medical Doctors commenting on the use of Transfer Factors and their patients.
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Dr. Victor Tutelian, M.D., MPH (Master of Public Health) - A Medical Doctor on Transfer Factor:
"Transfer Factor is the most promising breakthrough in health care discovered in the past several decades. We are just beginning to explore all of the potential of transfer factors. Neutriceuticals like TF are the wave of the future."
- Dr. Victor Tutelian, MD, MPH
In addition to earning his M.D, Ph.D. and Doctorate of Medical Science, Dr. Tutelian has also achieved the rank of a Professor and has authored more than 400 scientific publications and more than 40 federal regulations. Dr. Tutelian also received the highest recognition for a Russian scientist when he was voted into the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences (RAMS), Russia's most prestigious academy, as an Academician. He now serves as the Chief Scientific Secretary of RAMS. In this position he determines what research will be done and which projects will be government funded. Currently, Dr. Tutelian also holds the positions of Director of the RAMS Institute of Nutrition, head of the Institute's enzymology laboratory and the department of Nutrition Hygiene and Toxicology of the Moscow Sechenov Medical Academy, as well as numerous other positions on the scientific and editorial boards. Dr. Tutelian's influence in Russia is somewhat equivalent to our FDA Director's.

Dr. Duane Townsend, M.D. - A Medical Doctor on Transfer Factor:
"I'm a cancer physician. I primarily treat female cancer and certainly encourage my patients who are undergoing chemotherapy and radiation therapy to take transfer factor. It helps to modulate the immune system and is great for overall health. I have patients with chronic herpes infections who are taking transfer factor on a regular basis. These patients have reported a reduction in the number of outbreaks. I've also had patients with chronic yeast infections consuming transfer factor and are reporting improvement as well. Transfer factor is a science-based product with excellent data from a variety of researchers."
- Duane Townsend, M.D.
Dr. Townsend has had more than 32 years of distinguished experience in the medical field. He pioneered a surgical technique for the treatment of pre-malignant disease of the uterine cervix. In addition, he has authored more than 90 scientific papers in peer review journals as well as over 15 chapters in research books.


Dr. Rob Robertson, M.D. - A Medical Doctor on Transfer Factor:
"I believe transfer factor is, without a doubt, the greatest discovery of the century in supporting and modulating the immune system. I believe a strengthened immune system will be the primary way to stay well in the future. This nutrient can affect the immune system like nothing else can. I sincerely believe everyone needs to consume this product."
- Rob Robertson, M.D.
Dr. Robertson is a former Emergency Room Physician. He received his medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine in 1974. He served as the Director of Emergency Services at Western Baptist Hospital in Paducah, KY.

Dr. David Markowitz, M.D. - A Medical Doctor on Transfer Factor:
"I have now completed a retrospective study comparing children in our practice with those who did not use transfer factor during the same period. Eighty-seven children, age 8 months through 9 years, used transfer factor. We found 74% less reported illness and 84% less reported use of antibiotics."
- David Markowitz, M.D.
Dr. Markowitz is a pediatrician in Kennebunk, ME with a patient base of 4,500 children and has served as the Senior Pediatrician in a Private Pediatric Practice for 19 years. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Rochester in New York. He received his medical degree, general Pediatric training, and Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Fellowship from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine in Farmington, Connecticut.

( Dr. Darryl See, M.D. - A Medical Doctor on Transfer Factor:)
Dr. Darryl See, a research scientist who has published over 30 peer-reviewed
journal articles on chronic viral illnesses and immunological disorders, addressed the
audience with come incredibly powerful information regarding Transfer Factor. With a medical
degree from the University of California at Irvin and a board certification in both Internal Medicine
and Infectious Disease, Dr, See’s studies on Transfer Factor add a vast array of credibility to the
unprecedented impact of this exclusive product.

"There is no other product in a nutritional substance, NOR a drug, that has this kind of power and ability to affect our immune system. With the increase of killer viruses, mutated germs, super-resistant germs, and food contaminations, our only hope and defense, must lie within our own immune system." Darryl See, M.D.
Dr. See received his degree from the University of California, Irvine. Academic appointments include: Assistant/Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine: Investigator, California Collaborative Treatment Group: and Infectious Disease Consultant, Liver Transplantation Service. He has received contracts, grants, and research awards from Pfizer Pharmaceuticals, Upjohn Pharmaceuticals, Roche Molecular Systems, Harvard Biotechnology, National Institutes of Health, Department of Defense, and more.
View Dr. See's Curriculum Vitae


Dr. Magnus 'T. ibn Ale, M.D., C.M. - A Medical Doctor on Transfer Factor:
"I have seen first hand, the deadly consequences of the emergence of flesh-eating super-germs, now resistant to most of the antibiotics which were once successfully used against them. The abuse, unnecessary use and overuse of antibiotics over the years, have contributed to this life threatening development. Many infections and illnesses, including cancer, develop because of immune system failure, resulting from many day to day factors, several of which are preventable. One thing we can all do however, is to boost our immune system to help protect, defend and help our body to heal itself. I have listened to the testimonials of several healthy as well as health challenged individuals, who have used the Transfer Factors™ and other 4Life Research™ products. Their stories and the dramatic improvement in the quality of their lives generate excitement. I believe that 4LifeTransfer Factor™ and Transfer Factor Plus™ are true immune system modulators. I have decided not only to use 4Life Research™ products, but also to tell others about them."
- Magnus 'T. ibn Ale, M.D., C.M.
Dr. Magnus is a naturalized Canadian-American. He graduated with B.Sc. (Honors); and M. D.,C. from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. After one year of general internship, Magnus did 4 years of residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology. He became a member of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (M.R.C.O.G.), London, England; and also a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (F.A.C.O.G.). He has practiced his profession for some 25 years.
Dr. Kenneth Singleton, M.D., MPH (Master of Public Health) - A Medical Doctor on Transfer Factor:
"Transfer factor is the most exciting product for the immune system that I've seen in my eighteen years of practicing medicine. It has literally revolutionized my practice, particularly in terms of chronic diseases."
- Kenneth Singleton, M.D., MPH


Dr. Kenneth Bock, M.D. - A Medical Doctor on Transfer Factor:
"The immune system is an important aspect of bringing balance to the body, and specifically, to someone who has autism. Transfer factors can be very effective because they have been shown to both boost and suppress the immune system. Because transfer factor can function as an immune system modulator, it can help to restore immune system balance in many types of clinical situations." Kenneth Bock, M.D., best selling author on immune system modulation.
Dr. Bock is a physician who is renowned for his integrated approach to health and wellness. For the past 17 years he has integrated alternative modalities with conventional medicine into what he calls Progressive Medicine. He is the co-author of two books: The Road to Immunity and Natural Relief for your Child's Asthma. Dr. Bock recently conducted an important study on the use of Transfer Factor with children who have Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Dr. Ranya L. Alexander, Ph.D., M.D.- A Medical Doctor on Transfer Factor:
"My daughter suffered from serious sinus problems and asthma. Having provided the genes for her condition ( I too am asthmatic) I have felts pangs of guilt knowing that all my training could not stop the common cold virus from rendering Leena helplessly gasping for air a few hours after each infection. Her mother (a pediatric nurse) and I tried every prescription and alternative therapy known, without success. Helplessly we would stand by the bedside offering repeated breathing therapy with slow if any progress. In the local Children's hospital we agonized, like any parents, over each breath our little girl took. In our home viruses can mean colds and "colds always mean asthma!" With the onset of one particularly virulent head cold, we tried transfer factors, a product I felt, theoretically, might work. After several doses we couldn't believe how quickly our daughter's condition improved. Now taking transfer factors before a bad cold, she remains well. Thanks to transfer factors we regained a normal child. Now we all use transfer factors regularly and are enjoying the best health we have ever had."
- Ranya L. Alexander, Ph.D., M.D.


Dr. "C.K. 'Benny' Foo, M.D. - A Medical Doctor on Transfer Factor:
"In my 43 years of medical practice I have never come across any pharmaceutical or nutriceutical products like Transfer Factor that can help people to get well and stay well. Because my friends and relatives are getting positive responses from Transfer Factor products, I have committed myself to share Transfer Factor with everyone, everywhere. Most people don't realize that they can enhance their immune system by taking Transfer Factor products. I feel very strongly that everyone needs Transfer Factor products for their health and I encourage you to join with me on this exciting mission to reduce the sufferings of our fellow human beings "
- C.K. 'Benny' Foo, M.D.
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Treating Chronically Ill Patients with Transfer Factor
- An Interview with Doctor Carol Ann Ryser, M.D. - (excerpt)
Since 1998, Doctor Carol Ann Ryser has been using Transfer Factor to treat her chronically ill patients, and has experienced considerable success in diminishing symptoms and achieving overall health improvements among those patients. In this interview, Doctor Ryser discusses her experience with Transfer Factor as an effective treatment for chronic illness .
Doctor Ryser: "The diagnosis of a patient is of utmost importance. I perform a series of genetic testing with PCR (Polymer Chain Reaction) that tells me the specific bacteria or virus(es) a patient has. Transfer Factor helps with viral, bacterial, and fungal infections as well as parasites, and supports the immune system while treating the problems a patient has. Regarding what formulas of Transfer Factor I use for different patients, I use the plain Transfer Factor as a general prevention treatment, especially for infections and allergies and for patients with Epstein-Barr, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome."

Q: How much Transfer Factor do you typically recommend, and for what kind of patient?
Doctor Ryser: "For chronically ill patients, including those with chronic sinusitis, and multiple allergies, I recommend six capsules a day, and depending on the severity of their symptoms, I might recommend up to twelve capsules a day. For children ages 7-12 or 13, depending on weight, I will recommend two capsules a day, to be taken at bedtime.
When a patient is beginning to get sick and is coming down with a fever, I will have them take two capsules every 2-3 hours, for 24 hours, and that usually knocks the virus "off its socks," so to speak. This dosage of Transfer Factor can nip a fever in the bud, by supporting the immune system’s natural killer cells.
I also treat fibromyalgia patients with Transfer Factor. I believe that fibromyalgia is most commonly caused by infections, including bacteria, yeast, and parasites. For chronically ill patients dealing with multiple infections, including CNS (Central Nervous System) infections and gastrointestinal infections, I recommend several different Transfer Factor formulas, to be taken together."

Q.: How long does it usually take for a patient to experience positive results once they start taking Transfer Factor?
Doctor Ryser: "My patients usually start to feel better within 3-6 months of beginning treatment with Transfer Factor. Dramatic results usually manifest in about one year, but we really begin to see positive changes in 5-6 months. It typically takes about a year of Transfer Factor treatment to really turn a patient around. I am specifically referring to chronically ill patients who have an average of 2-7 chronic infections that require treatment. The body’s cells regenerate every six months, and you need to give the body a chance to generate healthy cells before dramatic improvements in a patient’s overall health can emerge."

Q.: What, if any, are the side effects or possible negative reactions that can occur with Transfer Factor therapy?
Doctor Ryser: "The initial reactions to Transfer Factor a patient will experience are similar to a vaccination – but without, of course, exposure to the pathogen. The initial reaction typically includes flu-like symptoms, proportionate to the severity of a patient’s illness. These flu-like symptoms go away, but they prove that the immune system has been activated, and that it is working to suppress the body’s infections.
Regarding the safety of Transfer Factor, I have never had a problem with negative side effects or adverse reactions. However, I am very cautious. I perform careful evaluations of a patient’s immune system. I check for viral leukemia, and so forth. I am very careful with cancer and autoimmune patients, with whom you must be cautious with regard to stimulating immune cells – this is particularly the case with Hodgkins Disease and Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma patients."

Q.: What have you found to be the most positive benefits of Transfer Factor for your Chronic Fatigue Syndrome patients – what are the best results you have seen?
Doctor Ryser: "The patient stops getting sick, and they don’t have any more infections. Their cognitive thinking clears up – no more brain fog. Their energy comes back – they can start doing more, and they can start walking and exercising again. They don’t suffer relapses. However, when a patient is doing well and they make the personal decision to stop taking Transfer Factor, I have seen relapses. I strongly recommend that a patient takes Transfer Factor for life – that is, it is a lifetime commitment for my chronically ill patients."

Doctor Carol Ann Ryser, M.D., is a Board Certified Pediatrician, Board Certified Clinical Analyst, member of F.A.A.P., the American Medical Association, OHM (Orthomolecular Health Medicine), and the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. The primary focus of Dr. Ryser’s medical practice is on the prevention of illness and disease. Since 1996, Dr. Ryser has been the Medical Director of Health Centers of America. Previously, she was Medical Director of the International Learning Centers, Director of Mid-American Treatment and Training, a staff member of the Gardner Medical Center, Consulting Staff Member of the Research Medical Center, Assistant Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Kansas Medical Center, Medical Director of the Children’s Rehabilitation Unit, University of Kansas Medical Center, Consultant to the Special Education Department for Orthopedically Handicapped Children, and a Consultant to the United States Air Force in Crete. Dr. Ryser has published and presented a number of papers in her area of expertise, appearing in such publications as The American Journal for Diseases of Children, the Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychology and Pediatrics. Dr. Ryser has been recognized for her contributions in the fields of medicine, science, and mental health, as both a clinician and educator, by both professional and lay organizations.

The immune system is our defense against disease
Medical Doctors on Transfer Factor
The immune system is the actual agent involved in healing or recovering from an illness. There are nutrients that we believe can support proper immune functions. It is not our intent to indicate that nutrition can always cause the immune system to prevent all illness or any particular illness. Nor, is it our intent to indicate that nutrition can always cause the immune system to heal us when we are ill. However, we do believe that individual research indicates nutrition is important for a healthy and responsive immune system. A healthy immune system can in some instances, prevent illness and heal us of disease. Testimonies are provided to give a general idea of what patients believe is helping their immune systems become healthy and responsive.
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Transfer factor will not remove or 'cure' the problem in itself; rather transfer factor works to assist and support normal immune system functioning. At the onset individuals typically begin with a high dose and then eventually taper down to a minimum maintenance dose.