Kara Wada MD FAAAAI, DiplABLM @immuneconfidentmd.bsky.social · 27/03/2025As 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? 130
Kara Wada MD FAAAAI, DiplABLM @immuneconfidentmd.bsky.social · 26/03/2025First 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 020
Kara Wada MD FAAAAI, DiplABLM @immuneconfidentmd.bsky.social · 25/03/2025If 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 140
Kara Wada MD FAAAAI, DiplABLM @immuneconfidentmd.bsky.social · 18/03/2025Double 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. 😅 🧵1/4 262
Kara Wada MD FAAAAI, DiplABLM @immuneconfidentmd.bsky.social · 06/03/2025Have 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! 👇 110
Kara Wada MD FAAAAI, DiplABLM @immuneconfidentmd.bsky.social · 27/02/2025"Brain fog" overload! 🤯 As a physician, are you feeling overwhelmed by these non-specific symptoms? 🧵👇 #PCPStruggles #BrainFog #MedicalBurnout 120
Kara Wada MD FAAAAI, DiplABLM @immuneconfidentmd.bsky.social · 26/02/2025Autoimmune 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. 🧵👇 120
Kara Wada MD FAAAAI, DiplABLM @immuneconfidentmd.bsky.social · 24/02/2025Your body speaks through your immune system. Listen closely. Respond thoughtfully. Heal deeply. 000
Kara Wada MD FAAAAI, DiplABLM @immuneconfidentmd.bsky.social · 17/02/2025We'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. 🧵 130
Kara Wada MD FAAAAI, DiplABLM @immuneconfidentmd.bsky.social · 02/02/2025Read 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. 030
Kara Wada MD FAAAAI, DiplABLM @immuneconfidentmd.bsky.social · 25/01/2025If 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! 120
Kara Wada MD FAAAAI, DiplABLM @immuneconfidentmd.bsky.social · 25/01/2025Resharing from PrettySickLupusChick— She asked thoughts? Mine 👇 1/3 322
Kara Wada MD FAAAAI, DiplABLM @immuneconfidentmd.bsky.social · 25/01/2025Frustrating 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 1164
Kara Wada MD FAAAAI, DiplABLM @immuneconfidentmd.bsky.social · 24/01/2025👋 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. 380