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. Condition Information Allergy (Pediatric) Overview More Less What Causes Allergy Allergies & Halloween Allergies At School Acute and Chronic Eosinophilic Pneumonia Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA) Allergic Rhinitis (Pediatric) Anaphylaxis Angioedema Eosinophilic Esophagitis Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (EGPA) Eosinophilic Lung Diseases Food Allergies Food Protein Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (FPIES) Hives (Urticaria) Hypereosinophilic Syndromes Immune Deficiency Disorder (Pediatric) Medication/Drug Allergy Sinusitis Search Conditions A-Z Programs & Services Allergy Treatment Programs (Pediatric) More Less Allergy & Asthma Program (Pediatric) Day Program (Pediatric) Division of Pediatric Allergy & Clinical Immunology Food Allergy Program (Pediatric) Outpatient Clinic (Pediatric) Ambulatory Pediatrics Asthma Treatment Programs (Pediatric) Child Life Program Child Psychiatry Consultation Department of Pediatrics Division of Pediatric Behavioral Health Division of Pediatric Clinical Pharmacology Division of Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine Gastrointestinal Eosinophilic Diseases Program (Pediatric) Hives Treatment Programs Lung Function Testing National Jewish Health for Kids / Pediatric Programs Nursing (Pediatric) Nutrition Services Pulmonary Diagnostic Center (Pediatric) Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children (Pediatrics) Sinusitis Treatment Program Urticaria Treatment Programs Search Directory Doctors Donna L. Bratton, MD + × Donna L. Bratton, MD Donna L. Bratton, MD, is an allergist and immunologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Bratton is in the Division of Pediatric Allergy and Clinical Immunology. Professor Catherine Kramer Foundation Scientist Division of Pediatric Allergy & Clinical Immunology Department of Pediatrics View Full Profile Make an Appointment Ronina A. 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 Patient Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Donald Y M Leung, PhD, MD + × Donald Y M Leung, PhD, MD Donald Y M Leung, MD, PhD, is a Distinguished Professor of Pediatrics, allergist and immunologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Leung serves as Division Head of Pediatric Allergy and Clinical Immunology. Distinguished Professor Head, Division of Pediatric Allergy & Immunology Department of Pediatrics Edelstein Family Chair in Pediatric Allergy and Clinical Immunology View Full Profile Make an Appointment Bruce J. Lanser, MD, MPH + × Bruce J. Lanser, MD, MPH Bruce J. Lanser, MD, MPH, is a board-certified pediatric allergist and immunologist in Denver. Dr. Lanser specializes in anaphylaxis, eczema, food allergies, food protein induced enterocolitis syndrome (FPIES), immunotherapy, and performing oral food challenges. Assistant Professor Director, Pediatric Food Allergy Program Director, Pediatric Allergy Fellowship Program Department of Pediatrics Division of Allergy & Clinical Immunology View Full Profile Make an Appointment Loading... View all (6) doctors specializing in Allergy (Pediatric) Find a Doctor Appointments & QuestionsPatient Education& SupportVisitingUsTests& ProceduresWays toGiveGet the Care You Need: We are ready to help you stay healthy with many same-day appointments available and are taking every precaution to ensure your safety. 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Clinical Trials Understanding Allergy Development in Infants Patient Stories Searching For Answers The second time Lillian Downs got COVID-19, she came to National Jewish Health. When infectious disease expert Jared Eddy, MD, saw Lillian before an antibody infusion, he realized that she needed a more extensive evaluation. Read More View All Patient Stories
Patient Stories Searching For Answers The second time Lillian Downs got COVID-19, she came to National Jewish Health. When infectious disease expert Jared Eddy, MD, saw Lillian before an antibody infusion, he realized that she needed a more extensive evaluation. Read More View All Patient Stories