Pediatric Allergy Center

SERVICES OFFERED

Our comprehensive services include:

• Allergy testing for environmental aeroallergens and food
• Skin prick testing, intradermal testing and graded challenges for drug allergies
• Management of food allergies
• Management of atopic dermatitis (a risk factor for food allergies)
• Management of allergic rhinitis (including seasonal allergies)
• Management of allergy-related asthma
• Biologic (antibody) therapies for allergic conditions such as chronic idiopathic urticaria (chronic hives), atopic dermatitis and allergic asthma
• Immunotherapy: sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) for dust mite and grass pollen allergies; soon to be offered: subcutaneous immunotherapy for environmental aeroallergens (allergy shots)

PROGRAM FEATURES

• Our recently established outpatient center in Oakland brings worldclass allergy-related care to the East Bay.
• We have specialized training in providing compassionate, patient-first care for children. Unlike providers who may divide their time between adult and pediatric patients, we treat only children, including infants and toddlers.
• Patients are supported by nurse navigators throughout their treatment and may be seen by multiple specialists during one visit, ensuring more coordinated care.

WHY REFER TO UCSF?

• With locations in the East Bay and San Francisco, it’s easy and convenient for patients and their families to access high-quality asthma and allergy care.
• Our allergists are 100 percent pediatric-focused.
• Our clinicians practice evidence-based care in alignment with current treatment guidelines.
• Our team participates in cutting-edge research studies investigating the rapidly changing field of food allergies.
• Our ever-expanding menu of immunotherapeutics ensures that your patients have access to the latest treatments.
• The center accepts most major insurance programs.

 

INFORMATION / REFERRALS

• PHONE(877) 822-4453 (877-UC-CHILD)
• FAX(510) 985-2202