The EDS Clinic - Chicago
Multi-Specialty / EDS Clinic
Allergy / Immunology
Hypermobility
POTS / Dysautonomia
MCAS
Chronic Pain
GI Issues
Neurological
About
[Heidijo Elyea, MSN-FNP, CFNIP](https://www.eds.clinic) is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with more than 25 years of experience across clinical, academic, and community health settings. She is recognized for her holistic, evidence-based care and her specialized expertise in gastrointestinal and liver disease, behavioral health, and trauma-informed telehealth. Heidijo provides comprehensive, compassionate care for individuals with [Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS)](https://www.eds.clinic), Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) , Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) , and related dysautonomias. Her approach integrates functional nutrition and mind-body principles to support long-term wellness. She earned her MSN-FNP from Olivet Nazarene University and is ANCC board certified. A 2022 recipient of the AASLD Foundation Emerging Liver APP Award , she continues to mentor future nurse practitioners and champion patient-centered, interdisciplinary care. Heidijo currently sees patients via telehealth only at [The EDS Clinic](https://www.eds.clinic) (https://www.eds.clinic)