FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
NORMI™ Forms Medical Advisory Board to Address Dorm Room Health Concerns
Collaboration Between Environmental Experts and Medical Professionals Supports Healthier Campus Living Environments
[Abita Springs, LA] — In response to growing concerns over student health in dormitories and campus housing, the National Organization of Remediators and Microbial Inspectors (NORMI™) has announced the formation of a Medical Advisory Board, led by nationally recognized mold-related illness expert Dr. Andrew Heyman, MD. This effort aims to bring clinically informed, science-based solutions to the environmental health challenges increasingly reported in university settings.
The board will support and validate NORMI’s Level Four Protocol, a specialized assessment and remediation process designed for individuals who are more sensitive to mold, allergens, and environmental toxins—exactly the kinds of issues reported by students in older or high-humidity dorm buildings.
A Wake-Up Call for Campus Housing Teams
Students reporting headaches, asthma flare-ups, musty odors, sinus issues, and general fatigue often bring concerns to dorm parents, professors, or health services staff—but without clear answers or action paths. NORMI’s medically backed protocol now gives universities a way to:
- Validate student concerns with legitimate inspection and testing protocols
- Remediate dorm rooms or campus housing units with health-based standards
- Reduce liability by proactively addressing environmental exposure risks
- Partner with certified professionals trained to handle sensitive populations
“Many students living in dorms are being exposed to environmental contaminants that affect their ability to concentrate, sleep, or even breathe,”
— Doug Hoffman, Executive Director, NORMI™
“This partnership finally gives administrators a proven, medically endorsed playbook to address the problem.”
A Unique Partnership Between Medicine and Remediation
The newly formed NORMI™ Medical Advisory Board includes specialists in environmental medicine, respiratory health, pharmacy, and neuropsychiatry—each contributing insight into how mold and toxins affect cognitive and physical health, especially in younger populations living in close quarters.
Board Members Include:
- Dr. Andrew Heyman, MD – Director of Integrative Medicine, The George Washington University
- Jim LaValle, RPh – Clinical Pharmacist, Metabolic Expert
- Ray Solano, RPh – Compounding Pharmacist, Functional Medicine Specialist
- Dr. Ross, MD – Director, Virginia Institute of Neuropsychiatry
- Allison Remy, PA – Physician Assistant and Environmental Health Advocate
“We’re seeing an alarming rise in health issues linked to dormitory mold and poor ventilation,”
— Dr. Heyman
“It’s not enough to ventilate or paint over a problem. Universities need a remediation model that protects health—and this is it. Patients are being treated for mold-related illnesses while still exposed to the source. The Level Four Protocol finally gives remediation professionals a clear path forward. The NORMI™ Medical Advisory Board has reviewed the NORMI™ level 4 protocol and validates it as implemented by the NORMI™ trademarked NCRSI™ (Certified Remediation for Sensitized Individuals) professional, as medically sound remediation and offers a superior alternative to the industry standard which often fails the needs of sensitized patients.”
How the Protocol Works for Campus Housing
The Level Four Protocol—already adopted across residential, commercial, and healthcare environments—is now being introduced to campus housing teams. Certified professionals assess air quality, contamination sources, and biological triggers, then apply decontamination techniques tailored for students who may be more vulnerable due to asthma, allergies, or autoimmune conditions.
This protocol is aligned with IICRC S-520 standards and supports:
- Room-level inspections based on student complaints
- Whole-building risk assessments
- Remediation efforts guided by medical insights
- Post-remediation validation using real health-based metrics
Find a Certified NORMI™ Professional Near Campus
To support universities in creating healthier living spaces, certified professionals can now be located through the NORMIPro Locator:
Professionals listed here are trained in student-sensitive remediation protocols, giving housing departments a trusted resource to investigate and address health-related concerns quickly and effectively.
About NORMI™
The National Organization of Remediators and Microbial Inspectors (NORMI™) is a leading nonprofit organization providing certification and training in indoor air quality (IAQ), mold remediation, and environmental assessment. Through its advanced protocols and medical collaborations, NORMI is committed to creating safer environments where people live, learn, and thrive.
Learn more at:
www.NORMI.org
www.NORMIPro.com