As an immunologist, I see patients with 'misbehaving' immune systems – allergies, deficiencies, autoimmunity, mast cell activation, dysautonomia. They often-almost universally- feel unheard.
Why does our healthcare system struggle to validate their unique experiences?

First full day at my new practice, The Immune Confident Institute! ✨
4 patients=fully booked.
Shifting from seeing 15+ pts/day to prioritizing time & connection.
Feels rebellious, but this is how medicine should be. #slowmedicine

If finding a decent healthcare provider feels like a dating app disaster, you're not alone. 😩

The 'profiles' are all over the place – some are red flags, some are just... underwhelming.

So, how do you find someone who truly understands your immune health?

#mastcell #autoimmune #sjogrens

Double duty: patient with Sjögren's & dysautonomia AND a physician. Just finished "Being a Badass in a Broken Healthcare System" by @kppatientadvocate.bsky.social 🤯 It's like she wrote my life story... but also gave me a manual for how to be a better doc. 😅
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Have questions about your immune system health? 🤔
You're not alone!
Many people struggle with misbehaving immune systems- allergies, asthma, autoimmunity, chronic inflammation.
Join our FREE virtual open house to get answers! 👇

"Brain fog" overload! 🤯 As a physician, are you feeling overwhelmed by these non-specific symptoms?
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#PCPStruggles #BrainFog #MedicalBurnout

Autoimmune issues like Sjogrens, lupus, hives, and allergic conditions may look similar on the surface, but no two people experience them the same way.

That’s why a personalized approach is essential.
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Your body speaks through your immune system. Listen closely. Respond thoughtfully. Heal deeply.

We're in an era where vaccine effectiveness is top of mind. Many are asking: "How do I know if my vaccines are still working?" As an immunologist, I evaluate immune systems, especially in those with infection-prone or suspected immune deficiencies. Let's discuss how we assess vaccine protection. 🧵

Read it all…
Will be writing more about my personal experiences with ALL of this as a physician caring for patients with chronic complex immunologic conditions AND as a patient with one.

If you could pick anyone—alive or passed on—who inspires you the most, who would it be and why?

I’d love to hear about the people who’ve left a mark on your heart or shaped how you see the world. 💭
I’ll share mine in the pic & below!

Resharing from PrettySickLupusChick—
She asked thoughts?
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Frustrating week for so many reasons…
As a solidly blue scientist, you can likely guess some of them. But what’s also weighing on me is the persistent anchor bias I face with colleagues regarding Sjögren’s. 1/3

👋 I’m Dr. Kara Wada, a 4x board-certified adult & pediatric allergist & immunologist, Sjogren’s & dysautonomia patient, & a mom 👧🏻👧🏻👦🏻. I’m a lifelong Midwesterner who cannot have a RBF if my life depended on it, solidly an elder milennial, recovering people pleaser & closeted rebel.