Allergist Turned Autoimmune Patient

— Dr. Kara Wada —

Contact Doctor Kara's team below to learn more about speaking engagements, partnership opportunities, and other media-related inquires.

Allergist Turned Autoimmune Patient

— Dr. Kara Wada —

Contact Doctor Kara's team below to learn more about speaking engagements, partnership opportunities, and other media-related inquires.

Get to Know Dr. Kara

Kara Wada, MD, is a quadruple board-certified physician in adult and pediatric allergy, immunology, and lifestyle medicine.

She brings a rare perspective as both a physician and a patient, living with Sjögren’s disease and dysautonomia, giving her firsthand insight into managing chronic immune conditions.


A nationally recognized expert, Dr. Wada is a sought-after speaker and advisor on invisible illness care, Sjögren’s disease, mast cell disorders, and cutting-edge immunotherapies, including intralymphatic and sublingual approaches.

She hosts a popular YouTube channel and previously led the Mast Cell Center for Excellence at The Ohio State University, where she served on faculty for nine years.


Dr. Wada earned her medical degree from the University of Illinois and completed her Internal Medicine and Pediatric residency and Allergy/Immunology fellowships at The Ohio State University and Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

She now leads the Immune Confident Institute, a direct-care practice designed to be a safe harbor where patients with allergies and autoimmune conditions feel truly seen, heard, and believed.

Prominent Speaking Topics

  • Decoding Immune Health: Distinguishing Allergies, Autoimmunity, and Immune Deficiencies

  • Mast Cells Unveiled: Understanding Their Role in Health and Disease

  • Sjogren's: Beyond Dry Eyes & Mouth - A Patient & Physician Journey to Bust Myths & Find Relief

  • Innovations in Immunotherapy: Exploring Intralymphatic Immunotherapy and Beyond

  • Integrative Allergy Management: Bridging Traditional and Technological Approaches

  • Balancing Immune Function: Practical Strategies for Optimal Health

  • Must-Have Habits: Five Daily Practices to Boost Immune Resilience

  • Lessons We Didn’t Learn in Med School: Advice from a Physician-Patient

  • Empowered Communication: Becoming Your Own Health Advocate

  • Revamping Healthcare: Addressing Systemic Flaws for Physicians and Patients

  • Team-Based Care: Maximizing Collaborative Medical Support

“Dr. Kara Wada is ground breaking! She is talking openly and honestly about having autoimmune disease. She brings scientific knowledge of her own and of experts in the field. This is much needed information on autoimmune disease which is so confusing. She validates everyone out there living with these diseases and provides us with great information in an entertaining and digestible form. I can't recommend highly enough!! “

— Bob (Podcast Listener)

“Dr. Kara was the perfect guest for my show, she was professional & personal about discussing her own health journey and my interview with her had the most views! I am honored to have a rich resource to go to for my patients with autoimmune diseases. “

— Dr. Tea of Thursdays with Dr. Tea

“I've enjoyed all of Dr. Wada's presentations, she is able to combine accurate, scientifically based information with the reassuring compassion of someone who truly understands what it is to live with autoimmunity. The episode on hives I thought was especially great, detailed background on etiology and treatment, and also consolation. She is a gem!“

— DrTrtga (Podcast Listener)

Platform-Specific Breakdown

2.78 Million+

Estimated Media Views

577 Million+

Potential Audience Reach

30,000+

Cross-Platform Followers & Subscribers

Kara Wada instagram
  • Followers: 13k+

  • Monthly Reach (Q3 2025 Average): 30k+

  • Monthly Views (Q3 2025 Average): 129k+

  • Audience Demographics:

Gender: 92% women

Age: 25 - 55 years old

Top Locations: 73% US, 5% Canada, 4% UK

Kara Wada faceook
  • Followers: 7.6k+

  • Monthly Reach (Q3 2025 Average): 184k+

  • Monthly Views (Q3 2025 Average): 184k+

  • Audience Demographics:

Gender: 90% women

Age: 35 - 65 years old

Top Locations: 84% US, 3% Canada, 2% UK

kara wada youtube
  • Subscribers: 10k+

  • Monthly Reach (Q3 2025 Average): 674k+

  • Monthly Views (Q3 2025 Average): 70k+

  • Audience Demographics:

Gender: 61% women

Age: 25 - 44 years old

Top Locations: 50% US, 14% India, 4.8% UK, 4% Canada

kara wada tiktok
  • Followers: 9.8k+

  • Monthly Reach (Q3 2024 Average): 85k+

  • Monthly Views (Q3 2024 Average): 86k+

  • Audience Demographics:

Gender: 64% women

Age: 25 - 55 years old

Top Locations: 55% US, 8.5% UK, 4% Canada

Signature Speaking &

Consulting Topics

Dr. Wada is available for keynotes, panel discussions, media commentary, and corporate consulting on the following core topics:

  • Making Sense of Immune Health How to tell the difference between allergies, autoimmunity, and immune deficiencies—and why it matters for care and everyday life.

  • Mast Cells: What Everyone Should Know A grounded, accessible look at mast cell disorders, triggers, and emerging treatments.

  • Sjögren’s Without the Stereotypes A dual lens from a physician who also lives with the condition—dispelling misconceptions and offering practical guidance.

  • The Future of Immunotherapy What’s next in the field, including precision-guided approaches like intralymphatic immunotherapy.

  • Integrative Allergy Care Combining conventional tools with evidence-supported innovations to improve outcomes and quality of life.

  • Supporting a Balanced Immune System Realistic, science-backed strategies people can use daily to feel and function better.

  • The Physician–Patient Perspective Insights from living on both sides of the stethoscope—and what it means for care, trust, and communication.

  • Becoming a Stronger Advocate in Healthcare Skills patients and families can use to get clearer answers, better support, and more collaborative care.

  • Rebuilding Trust in Medicine How systemic stressors shape patient and clinician experiences—and what can be done to change the culture.

Real Stories, Real Success

What My Patients Are Saying

In the Press

From national publications to leading health podcasts,

Dr. Wada is a go-to expert for commentary on immune health. Here is a sample of her recent features.

People with Penicillin Allergy More Likely to Develop Serious Infections

Considering Trelegy Ellipta? Know the Side Effects.

A Medical Take on the Word of the Year: Gaslighting

3 Strategies to a Successful Medical Appointment

The Truth About Allergies Causing Fevers, According to Doctors

Why Is My Face Swollen? 12 Underlying Causes, According to Doctors

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