Allergy (Pediatric) Make an Appointment Refer a Patient Ask a Question Make an Appointment Refer a Patient Ask a Question When your child has allergies, the immune system reacts to a foreign substance as if it were dangerous, even though it is harmless to others. Allergy symptoms can be minor or very serious, even life-threatening In Denver, Colorado, and around the country, National Jewish Health for Kids is a trusted leader in caring for childhood allergies – from babies to adolescents. Our pediatric allergists are part of a care team, bringing together physicians, nurses, dietitians, therapists and others. These experts work together to create an individualized treatment plan for your child. Our pediatric allergists are researchers too, so your child will have access to the latest clinical trials and most effective treatments. At National Jewish Health for Kids you’ll find: Advanced testing not available elsewhere A therapy plan customized for your child Food challenges Proven eczema treatments Nutrition counseling and education In-depth, one-on-one teaching, including training in self-care Continued follow-up to treat your child’s changing needs. Allergies can keep your kid from being a kid. We can help your kid be a kid again. Learn about Allergy Treatment Programs. 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Covar, MD + × Ronina A. Covar, MD Ronina A. Covar, MD, is a pediatric allergist and immunologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Covar is in the Division of Pediatric Allergy & Clinical Immunology. Associate Co-Director, The Cohen Family Asthma Institute Head, Pediatric Clinical Pharmacology Consult Service Associate Professor Division of Pediatric Allergy & Clinical Immunology Department of Pediatrics View Full Profile Make an Appointment Sanny Chan, MD, PhD + × Sanny Chan, MD, PhD Sanny Chan, MD, PhD, is a pediatric allergist and immunologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Chan is in the Division of Pediatric Allergy & Clinical Immunology. Assistant Professor Division of Pediatric Allergy & Clinical Immunology Department of Pediatrics View Full Profile Make an Appointment Bruce J. Lanser, MD + × Bruce J. Lanser, MD Bruce J. Lanser MD is a pediatric allergist and immunologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Lanser is in the Division of Pediatric Allergy & Clinical Immunology Assistant Professor Director, Pediatric Food Allergy Program Associate Director, Pediatric Allergy Fellowship Program Department of Pediatrics Division of Allergy & Clinical Immunology View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Donald Y M Leung, PhD, MD + × Donald Y M Leung, PhD, MD Donald Y M Leung, PhD, is an allergist and immunologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Leung serves as Division Head of Pediatric Allergy and Clinical Immunology. Professor Head, Division of Pediatric Allergy & Immunology Department of Pediatrics View Full Profile Make an Appointment Loading... View all (8) doctors specializing in Allergy (Pediatric) Find a Doctor Appointments & QuestionsPatient Education& SupportVisitingUsTests& ProceduresWays toGiveWe Are Open and Here for You: Our specialty care clinics for adults and children are open and ready to serve you. 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Clinical Trials Investigational Treatment for Food Allergies Our researchers are trying to determine if a study medication called omalizumab alone or combined with oral immunotherapy may help people with multiple food allergies. Learn More View More Clinical Trials Eczema & Inflammation Understanding Allergy Development in Infants
Patient Stories A food allergy miracle By the time Jack Littauer was four, he had already been rushed to the hospital four times for allergic reactions to food, once landing in the intensive care unit. By the time Jack and his family left National Jewish Health, the Littauers felt like a cloud had been lifted. Read More View All Patient Stories