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. Abbott is in the Division of Pediatric Allergy & Clinical Immunology. Assistant Professor Department of Pediatrics Division of Pediatric Allergy & Clinical Immunology View Full Profile Make an Appointment Mark Boguniewicz, MD + × Mark Boguniewicz, MD Mark Boguniewicz, 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 4.6 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment Kanwaljit K. Brar, MD + × Kanwaljit K. Brar, MD Kanwaljit K. Brar, MD, is a pediatric allergist and immunologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Brar is in the Division of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology. Assistant Professor Department of Pediatrics Division of Pediatric Allergy & Immunology View Full Profile Patient Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars Make an Appointment 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 Loading... View all (12) doctors specializing in Food Allergy (Pediatric) Find a Doctor Appointments & QuestionsPatient Education& SupportVisitingUsTests& ProceduresWays toGiveNational Jewish Health offers every patient access to a team of specialists dedicated to providing the best care possible. Make an Appointment Call 1.877.CALL.NJH Ask a Question | Insurance Information | Refer a Patient Our Patient Education Program at National Jewish Health provides many free educational opportunities and support groups to assist patients and caregivers with managing illnesses and chronic conditions. 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Clinical Trials Investigational Treatment for Food Allergies 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
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