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Licia Maria Henrique da Mota, MD, PhD

Dr. Mota is a professor and researcher at the University of Brasília (UnB) and serves as President-Elect of the Brazilian Society of Rheumatology (SBR). Her work integrates clinical care, research into autoimmune and inflammatory rheumatic diseases, and medical education. She specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of complex rheumatological conditions—such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, spondyloarthritis, osteoporosis, and vasculitis—combining evidence-based medicine, healthcare innovation, and responsible scientific communication. Key areas of research: Immune-mediated inflammatory diseases; vaccination in immunosuppressed patients; infectious diseases in immunosuppressed patients and special populations; RA; ILD associated with rheumatic conditions; SLE; Psoriasis and PsA; Sexuality and rheumatic diseases; Mental health among healthcare professionals; Technology, innovation, and communication in healthcare; and Medicine, history, and art.

Articles By Licia Maria Henrique da Mota, MD, PhD

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Beyond Joint Inflammation: Does Early RA Control Prevent Chronic Pain and Fatigue?

Could the therapeutic window of opportunity in rheumatoid arthritis extend beyond preventing structural damage to preventing chronic pain, fatigue, and neuroimmune complications?

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