Dr. Joseph J. Burrascano Jr., MD, is a pioneering clinician, researcher, and educator in the field of Lyme disease and tick-borne infections. A founding member of ILADS and the ILADS Educational Foundation, he is best known for authoring the influential Advanced Topics in Lyme Disease guidelines. With more than 35 years of experience, Dr. Burrascano has played a significant role in advancing clinical understanding, patient advocacy, and education related to tick-borne diseases.