Columbia Rheumatology Patient Speaks on Sjögren's Advocacy

Jordanna Lenter Wahl, a patient of Dr. Teja Kapoor at Columbia University Irving Medical Center’s Division of Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology, recently spoke with WPBF 25 alongside her supporter, Cheryl Abrams, about her experience living with Sjögren’s disease.

After receiving her diagnosis years ago, Jordanna experienced a flare that brought on debilitating fatigue. She highlights the ongoing challenges of managing the chronic autoimmune condition and shares how Dr. Kapoor helped her discover a path to recovery through tailored care.

Jordanna and Cheryl emphasized the importance of patient advocacy, increased awareness, and continued funding for Sjögren’s clinical care and research. Their conversation underscores the need to support patients living with Sjögren’s and advance research toward better treatments and improved quality of life.