Patients and caregivers engaged in meaningful conversations about health and wellness

Conversations that Make a Difference

In our communities, patients and caregivers share insights, ask questions, and offer support—creating meaningful connections that lead to better understanding, better care, and better outcomes.

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Smart Patient

About Smart Patients

Smart Patients is an online community for patients and families affected by a variety of illnesses. Here you can learn at your own level about scientific developments related to your condition, share your questions and concerns with other members, and use what you learn in the context of your own life.

We believe patients are the most underutilized resource in healthcare. We've watched patients become experts in their conditions — and we see that their knowledge improves the care they receive. With the right tools, you and other patients can do the same.

"Our paths may not be identical,
but you will never walk alone. We
are stronger and smarter together."

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Smart Patient

Our Mission

To empower patients with knowledge and connection. We believe that when people living with health challenges come together, they create a powerful force for better outcomes, deeper understanding, and genuine hope.

Our Vision

A world where every patient has access to the collective wisdom of others who have walked similar paths. Where no one faces their diagnosis alone, and where shared experiences light the way forward for everyone.

Our Purpose

To transform healthcare from the patient perspective. By fostering authentic conversations and building supportive communities, we help patients become informed advocates for their own care and trusted guides for others.

Find Your Community

We have over 100 communities covering oncology, autoimmune diseases (like Sjögren's and lupus), neurodegenerative diseases and their symptoms (like Parkinson's, Alzheimer's and dementia). We also have several communities where caregivers share tips for coping while caring for a child, parent or spouse.

You can find a full list of communities here . If you don't find the community you are looking for — or if you'd like to start a new community — let us know. We'd love to help!

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We'd love to hear from you

Whether you have questions about our community, feedback to share, or want to learn more about how Smart Patients can support you or your organization, we're here to help. Reach out to us anytime—we're always listening and ready to connect.