Work closely with the pediatric allergy and immunology specialists at University Health to diagnose, treat, and manage your child's allergies and immune system issues. The team uses the latest treatments to help your child feel better and live more comfortably.
What Does an Immunologist Do?
Pediatric allergists and immunologists specialize in the immune system, the body’s defense against illness, infection and disease. If the immune system is weak, the body has to work harder to keep bacteria, viruses and fungi out.
At University Health, you’ll work with board-certified pediatric allergists and immunologists. They have the knowledge and skills to care for your child with recurrent infections. They also take the time to educate you and your child about their condition.
What Does the Immune System Do?
The immune system is crucial in protecting children from harmful germs and diseases. Your child's immune system acts as a defense network throughout their body. It:
• Fights off bacteria, viruses, and other harmful microorganisms
• Recognizes threats by learning to identify dangerous pathogens
• Remembers past infections and builds immunity for faster recovery
• Promotes healing after illness or injury
• Regulates and maintains balance in body functions
Conditions We Treat
Allergies and immune system problems can greatly affect your child's enjoyment of daily life. Trust our expert allergy doctors. They treat and support a wide range of allergy and immune-related conditions, even arthritis and lupus.
Allergies
Allergies are an overreaction of your child’s immune system to normally harmless substances. The key is identifying specific triggers. Manage your child’s exposure and symptoms with allergy care and treatment from a specialist.
Immune System, Autoimmune & Rheumatic Diseases
Look to us for individualized immune system treatment and support to keep your child’s body working at its best. Immune system disorders happen when the body's defenses don’t work properly. This can make your child more vulnerable to infections and diseases.
When this happens, the immune system doesn’t protect the body as it normally would. Instead, it mistakenly attacks healthy muscles, joints, blood vessels and other body parts, causing swelling and damage.
Paying for Care
If you don’t have insurance, we can connect you with a financial counselor. They can help you find a payment option that works for you. We’ll do what we can to ensure there aren’t barriers to getting your child the necessary care.
