Chronically ill patients...

You deserve answers and care!

I’ve been exactly where you are: sick and tired of being sick and tired. Dismissed like yesterday’s leftovers. Tossed into the “your labs are fine” bucket (translation: they don’t know what the heck is going on). You’ve racked up more appointments than you can count, and still, you’re left feeling like no one’s actually listening.

Or maybe the plot twist has already hit: an unexpected diagnosis that happened faster than my hair turned gray. One minute, the doctor is talking, and the next, you’re holding a prescription you can’t pronounce from an appointment that lasted a hot minute. You walk out dazed, doomed to spend the next weeks in an internet rabbit hole, where you’ll end up more confused (and worried) than when you started.

Sound familiar? That’s where I come in. Welcome! I’m Kristina—chronic illness veteran (Sjogren's, dysautonomia, MCAS, & non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis), board certified patient advocate, and your potential partner in this medical soap opera we call life.

I help chronic illness patients go from dismissed to empowered to help get the care they deserve.

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Free Introduction to Streamlining Sjogren's

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Get a sneak peek into Streamlining Sjogren’s with this free 15-minute video. You’ll learn how this course bridges clinical insight and advocacy, and what to expect from the unique 6-module video series created by a doctor and patient advocate who both have Sjogren’s. Purchase full course at: https://resources.littleenginepatientadvocacy.com/streamlining-sjogren-s-how-to-navigate-your-path-to-diagnosis-treatment

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Streamlining Sjogren’s: How to Navigate Your Path to Diagnosis & Treatment

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  • 25 Lessons

You Deserve Better Than “It’s Just Dry Eyes” If you’re tired of being dismissed, misdiagnosed, or left in medical limbo, this is your next best move. Streamlining Sjogren's is an on-demand 6-module video course that helps you tackle diagnostic and treatment challenges. Kristina Kelly and Dr. Sarah Schafer bring the best of both worlds: expert-level research, clinical insight, and real-world patient survival skills.

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7 Advocacy Phrases Every Sjogren’s Patient Should Know

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A free guide with seven calm, practical phrases for Sjogren’s patients to use during medical appointments. Learn simple language to clarify concerns, redirect dismissive conversations, and feel more prepared when care gets frustrating.

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20-Second Appointment Goal-Setting Worksheet

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A simple, guided worksheet that helps you craft a short, focused appointment opener. A helpful tool for organizing your thoughts, reducing stress, and setting the tone for a more productive conversation with your medical provider. It helps set the appointment's intention from the start!

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Sjogren's Mini Courses

A more affordable and accessible option.

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Understanding Sjogren's Disease and the Diagnostic Maze (Mini Course)

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  • 4 Lessons

A powerful two-video mini course that blends real-world advocacy from Kristina Kelly and clinical expertise from Dr. Sarah Schafer. Learn what Sjogren’s really is, why it’s so often missed, and how to navigate the diagnostic maze with confidence to get the answers and care you deserve. Each module is about an hour (watch at your own pace!) and comes with invaluable resources, like comebacks for dismissive docs.

  • $27

Building Your Sjogren’s Healthcare Team (Mini Course)

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  • 2 Lessons

If your doctors keep brushing you off, this mini course shows you how to find Sjogren’s-literate providers. Learn who should be on your team, how to vet them, and how to know when it is time to switch doctors. You'll receive one-hour video instruction to watch at your pace. Plus, a rheumatologist vetting worksheet that helps you quickly assess whether a rheumatologist is worth your time.

  • $37

Getting the Most Out of Your Sjogren's Appointments (Mini Course)

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  • 4 Lessons

This video course with 3 downloadable resources teaches you how to transform medical appointments from stressful, chaotic experiences into purposeful, focused conversations that move your care forward. You’ll learn how to prepare ahead of time, communicate your symptoms clearly, advocate without feeling confrontational, and navigate dismissive moments without losing your footing.

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Understanding Treatment Options & Living Well With Sjogren’s (Mini Course)

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  • 2 Lessons

After being diagnosed with Sjogren's disease, many patients are told to “use eye drops” and sent on their way. Others are started on medication without any explanation of what it does or how long it takes to see results. You deserve more than vague guidance. This mini course explores prescription, over-the-counter, and alternative treatments. Plus, how to navigate provider pushback when discussing your options.

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