Penn Medicine's Allergy and Immunology Program is a leader in the diagnosis and management of both common and complex allergic and immunologic disorders.
At Penn Medicine, you will receive expert care from allergy immunologists who are committed to helping you find relief from the discomfort and frustration often caused by these problems.
Types of Allergy and Immunology Conditions We Evaluate
Sometimes the body's immune system over-reacts when it encounters substances that should be harmless (such as food, pollen, bee sting or medication). Other times, the immune system is not strong enough to protect the body from harmful infections. Penn's allergy and immunology experts are trained to treat the conditions resulting from an immune system that is misbehaving.
These include allergies (allergic conditions include environmental intolerances such as allergic rhinitis, food allergies, bee sting allergies and drug and medication allergies), asthma, chronic hives, recurrent swelling, mast cell disorders and immune deficiencies.
We understand that not every condition is straightforward and that some are harder to diagnose and treat. This knowledge, and our expertise with a diverse range of allergic and immunologic concerns, makes us a preferred referral site for many physicians in the region.
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A Multidisciplinary Approach to Allergy and Immunology Care
In cases where your diagnosis affects multiple aspects of your health, we collaborate with our Penn Medicine colleagues in other specialty areas. Your care will be closely coordinated with the following programs:
This multidisciplinary approach ensures you receive the care you require, leading to overall better outcomes for your condition.
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Complete Care for Allergies and Immune Deficiencies at Penn Medicine
As a designated World Allergy Organization Center of Excellence, Penn Allergy and Immunology is recognized in the region and the world for our work to intensify and accelerate: scientific and clinical innovation, diagnostic services, research, training, advocacy.
This designation also recognizes our work to provide excellence in education, research, and training to various stakeholders in allergy, asthma, and clinical immunology.
At Penn, our allergy immunologists offer you access to treatments and programs not commonly found elsewhere. These include:
- Drug Allergy Program: Identifies or, when appropriate, clears patients of drug allergy labels (including penicillin or amoxicillin) so they can benefit from these medications if needed in the future.
- Asthma Program: Manages patients with complex or difficult to treat asthma using advanced diagnostic approaches and therapies.
- Biologics Center: Provides targeted treatments (biologics) to patients with refractory or difficult to control asthma, chronic spontaneous urticaria (chronic hives), severe eczema and chronic sinusitis.
- Transitions Program: Prepares teens and young adults for the move into the adult care environment. This program is especially helpful for individuals with severe asthma and primary immune deficiencies.