Food Allergy (Pediatric) Make an Appointment Refer a Patient Ask a Question Make an Appointment Refer a Patient Ask a Question An allergic reaction to a food occurs when the immune system overreacts to the food. Food allergy symptoms can be frightening for you and your child. It’s also frustrating when allergies prevent your child from taking part in normal activities with family and friends. The Pediatric Food Allergy Diagnosis and Management Program at National Jewish Health for Kids in Denver, Colorado, brings together a team of nationally recognized allergists, nurses, dietitians, therapists and more. As the leading respiratory hospital in the nation, we have a comprehensive approach designed to provide accurate diagnosis and individual treatment for your child’s needs. Our doctors are researchers too, so your child will have access to the latest pediatric food allergy clinical trials and most effective treatments. At National Jewish Health for Kids you’ll find: Advanced food allergy testing 50 years of food challenge experience Nutrition counseling and education Evaluation for other allergic conditions Continued follow-up to treat your child’s changing needs You will leave well educated about food allergies and with resources that will help you and your child throughout life. National Jewish Health has been named a “FARE Clinical Network Center of Excellence” by Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE) – one of only 22 in the nation. Learn more about our Pediatric Food Allergy Program. 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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 Nathan Rabinovitch, MD, MPH + × Nathan Rabinovitch, MD, MPH Nathan Rabinovitch, MD, is a pediatric allergist and immunologist at National Jewish Health. He is in the Division of Pediatric Allergy and Clinical Immunology. Professor Division of Pediatric Allergy & Clinical Immunology Department of Pediatrics View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Carah B. Santos, MD + × Carah B. Santos, MD Carah B. Santos, MD, is an allergist and immunologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Santos is in the Department of Pediatrics and Department of Medicine. Assistant Professor Division of Pediatric Allergy & Clinical Immunology Department of Pediatrics Division of Allergy & Clinical Immunology Department of Medicine View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars 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 4.7 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Loading... 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Clinical Trials Investigational Treatment for Food Allergies SUNBEAM: Studying Allergy Development in Babies Understanding Allergy Development in Infants Understanding Skin Problems from Eczema and Food Allergies
Patient Stories ‘We could have been at this point sooner if we’d started at National Jewish Health’ When milk touched Madison’s skin it looked like a severe burn. Read how her mom, beat food allergy fears after getting a second opinion at National Jewish Health for Kids. Read More View All Patient Stories