About the Event
The 2022 Virtual Sjogren's Summit, held on April 1st and 2nd, marked the kickoff of Sjogren's Awareness Month and served as a powerful launchpad for individuals seeking to navigate the complexities of this systemic autoimmune disease. Hosted by Dr. Kara Wada, this inaugural summit set a dynamic, transformative tone. Attendees gained powerful evidence-based solutions to common struggles – debilitating fatigue, persistent dryness, and brain fog, amongst others.
Who is it for?
This summit is a valuable resource for individuals living with Sjogren's, caregivers, family members, and healthcare professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge and discover ways to successfully manage the many challenges presented with a Sjogren's diagnosis.
What You’ll Learn:
Actionable strategies for combating Sjogren's-related fatigue and brain fog.
Nutritional advice and lifestyle changes for improving overall health and well-being while navigating a challenging disease journey.
Techniques for successfully integrating eastern and western treatments.
Essential knowledge about oral care issues as pertaining to Sjögren’s sufferers.
Effective mindset adjustments when managing chronic illness.
Meet the Speakers
The Full 2022 Presentation List
Rewind time and re-experience the full impact of every single presentation, at your convenience. Discover valuable Sjogren’s tools from these top presentations. All are presented by some of the field’s most recognized names as seen below.
Redefining Success with Sjogren's & Sinus Care – Kara Wada, MD
Practical tips on how to conquer challenges associated with managing sinus problems effectively, for all who live with this complex medical issue across different settings.
Sjogren's and Systemic Manifestations – Micah Yu, MD, MHA
Essential insight to systemic effects as presented here on Sjogren’s impact on the different body systems and their appropriate care.
Cannabis 101 and Sjogren's – Cristina Montoya, RD, a.k.a Arthritis Dietician
Guidance on responsible usage and application. Specific considerations regarding cannabis-based products and relevant treatment suggestions will be also covered.
Oral Health – Jillian Rigert, DMD, MD
Important advice when it comes to establishing an ideal plan for oral care specifically, and also covering any Sjogren’s specific advice relevant here which can ensure ideal prevention and/or alleviation measures against discomfort which impacts every area.
Role of Stress, Emotional Wellness, and Toxins in Sjogren’s – Divya Dhawan, Certified Health Coach
How to establish emotional support and practical measures towards improving your overall well-being so users may start to experience and improve quality of life now by creating healthy foundations first for all daily challenges where additional psychological resources prove vital due to the condition’s psychological effects, impacting individual at deeper level during all stages.
Finding Your Voice with Sjogren's - Stop Hiding and Start Thriving! – Catina Morrison, RN, Chronic Illness Coach
Practical strategies and tools towards effective chronic disease care within the family across many Sjogren's needs via all practical aspects within each member. All essential components needed during successful recovery plan or ongoing care is presented according to individual user capacity.
Yoga Therapy, Mind/Body Fitness Therapy & Sjogren's – Marcie Evans, MA, Certified Exercise Physiologist, Registered Yoga Therapist
Detailed, gentle plans so everyone finds something practical that truly works for them by connecting these effective exercises into other daily chores too and learning to manage this disease according to own rhythm in the most manageable and fun ways based on successful real patient example cases and tips.
Sjogren's Symptom Tracking – Ingrid He, App Developer
Details on new user-friendly application for simple tracking which allows for improved record keeping and data logging to facilitate all Sjogren's management communications when discussing individual specific details between both caregiver and the person in care and to create good synergy in managing this particular chronic medical condition between all participating persons and across the health practitioners so improved quality of treatment can be established using shared info and real user stories on all that works accordingly.
Sjogren’s Advocate – Sarah Schafer, MD, MPHe
Guidance on how to obtain useful, credible materials regarding additional options if one’s treatment may benefit if patient were well-informed regarding most important guidelines during a care and how they're able to manage their own care requirements in ways which empowers every person equally via the newest policies and advocacy laws by taking ownership over each respective journey. All the aspects for fostering user autonomy is here and to educate people concerned with Sjögren’s or those who already participate via advocacy programs but may benefit from the summit.
Non-Restrictive Nutrition – Jenifer Tharani, RD
Practical and simple nutritional recommendations on establishing personalized diet plans without harsh restrictions on improving eating habits via small easy habits based on scientific evidence, tailored according to own condition level so dietary plans never seem hard or restrictive yet offer the highest level of convenience per each users Sjogren's level to improve every single moment regarding eating habits which can support individual better when energy level may not feel as abundant.
What Attendees Are Saying
"I am impressed with how smoothly the very first Sjogren's Summit went. The speakers were knowledgeable and empowering. The event was informative and enlightening. I learned of some great resources and ways to advocate for myself." - Krista
"As a newly diagnosed Sjogie... I felt very alone, unsupported by docs and overwhelmed.... I spent most of the summit with tears in my eyes. I was FINALLY learning!... I feel like I have some general direction on steps I can take to help myself." - Mandy
"Through this journey I learned that I’m not alone...The summit addressed many unanswered questions and opened my eyes to how stress has impacted my life. I also learned more about CBD, oral care, nutrition, and advocacy tips." – Martha
Get Instant Access & Transform Your Sjogren's Journey
Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain lifetime access to the entire 2022 Sjogren's Summit library. Watch and re-watch the expert presentations anytime, anywhere, at your own pace.
Benefit from expert knowledge and practical strategies for managing Sjogren's and improving your overall well-being.
Start your journey towards better health today with unlimited, on-demand access to a wealth of information, empowering you to take control of your Sjogren's journey.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
A: The recordings are available for purchase on our website. You'll have lifetime access to all session recordings (video & audio), downloadable transcripts, and exclusive bonus materials from our speakers.
A: If you encounter any difficulties, please contact our support team at contact@drkarawada.com, and we'll be happy to assist you. Please provide your order number for quicker resolution.
A: You get lifetime access to all video and audio recordings from the summit, downloadable transcripts of each session, and exclusive bonus materials provided by the speakers.
A: Due to copyright and security measures, direct downloads of videos aren't possible. However, you'll have unlimited streaming access to the recordings so you can watch them anytime, anywhere with an internet connection. You can download the transcripts.
A: Yes, each presentation includes downloadable transcripts so you can follow along with the content easily, view at your own pace, and keep for future reference after summit.
A: After purchasing the recordings, you will gain access to our exclusive online community. Join us and let's talk more there. This is a great place to connect with other attendees and engage in discussions, all while creating a successful plan for better Sjogren's care. You may also contact us there directly or find respective speaker's professional contact details within the Summit Library – Presentation's Item Pages.
A: Access is for individual, personal use only and is non-transferable. Each purchase grants access for one user.
A: Due to the nature of digital product delivery, we do not offer refunds on summit recording purchases. All sales are final. We encourage you to review the presentation list and speaker information before purchasing to ensure the content aligns with your needs.
Get Instant Access & Transform Your Sjogren's Journey
Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain lifetime access to the entire 2022 Sjogren's Summit library. Watch and re-watch the expert presentations anytime, anywhere, at your own pace.
Benefit from expert knowledge and practical strategies for managing Sjogren's and improving your overall well-being.
Start your journey towards better health today with unlimited, on-demand access to a wealth of information, empowering you to take control of your Sjogren's journey.