In episode three, we reframe Sjogren’s as a team sport—and show why no single specialty can manage it alone. We explore how ophthalmologists, dentists, neurologists, gastroenterologists, and others each play a critical role, and we unpack the systemic complications that demand a truly multidisciplinary approach.

About Dr. Chadwick Johr

Dr. Johr is the Director of the Penn Sjogren’s Center and an Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine. His work focuses on comprehensive, team-based care for patients with complex autoimmune presentations.

In this episode, we explore:

(00:00) Collaborative care for Sjogren's patients- it's the only way

(03:26) Ophthalmologists: essential for Sjogren’s diagnosis

(06:30) How dentists, eye doctors and more can help

(07:58) Why Sjogren's is a complex multi-systemic disease

(11:46) Detecting ILD and lymphoma risks

(13:47) Other specialists needed for Sjogren's management

(17:22) If you take one thing from this episode...

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