4th Virtual Sjogren's Summit 2025

<p>Do you ever leave a doctor's appointment feeling rushed, unheard, or more confused than when you arrived? The emotional toll of dismissal and confusing medical jargon can leave Sjogren's patients feeling powerless...

<p>Autoimmune conditions and their symptoms are often exacerbated by trauma and stress. While we are often taught to internalize our emotions and stress, this can lead to self-criticism that only fuels the fire.In this...

<p>What if the patient you see as "difficult" is actually traumatized? For many living with Sjogren's, years of medical dismissal, normal lab results despite debilitating symptoms, and being told "it's all in your head"...

<p>What if the patient you see as "difficult" is actually traumatized? For many living with Sjogren's, years of medical dismissal, normal lab results despite debilitating symptoms, and being told "it's all in your head"...

<p>What if your doctor's visit wasn't limited to 15 minutes? What if your care team truly communicated with each other? What if your lived experience was valued as much as your lab results?In this powerhouse roundtable...

<p>If you're living with Sjogren's, you know that profound and debilitating fatigue is one of the most common complaints. But what if the key to better energy isn't just about managing your condition, but radically...

<p>When living with a chronic autoimmune condition, we are often told to "fight" it or "conquer" it to live a full life. But what if, instead, we learned to truly thrive with our conditions by riding the waves of...

<p>This session offers an introduction to yoga therapy—what it is, how it differs from a typical yoga class, and why it can be especially supportive for individuals living with Sjögren’s Syndrome. Rooted in accessible...

<p>What does ambition look like when you're living with a chronic condition? How do you build a vibrant life and career when your body requires you to work smarter, not harder?In this candid and inspiring fireside chat...

<p>What if you could carry a tool with you, anytime and anywhere, that could calm your nervous system, lower stress, and help you manage the overwhelm of chronic illness?In this experiential and evidence-based session...

<p>For many with Sjogren's, severe dry eye can make wearing eye makeup feel impossible, leading to irritation, inflammation, and pain. But does it have to be this way?In this informative and practical session...

<p>An astonishing 84% of people living with Sjogren's reported using some form of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) in the past year. But what exactly are they using, why are they using it, and is it safe?In...

<p>This session offers an introduction to yoga therapy—what it is, how it differs from a typical yoga class, and why it can be especially supportive for individuals living with Sjögren’s Syndrome. Rooted in accessible...

<p>Could the food you eat be triggering your Sjogren's flares? And more importantly, can food be used as medicine to calm them down?In this practical and science-backed session, quadruple board-certified integrative...

<p>"Men don't get Sjögren's." "You're just anxious." "There are no treatments anyway." What happens when a firefighter, a dad, and a previously healthy man is dismissed by the very system he trusts?In this powerful and...