Pediatric allergists are doctors for children who specialize in diagnosing and treating allergies and related problems. Allergies can range from mild reactions to foods or environmental triggers to more severe conditions like asthma and life-threatening allergic reactions (anaphylaxis). Here’s a more detailed look at what they do:

Identifying Allergies: They’re skilled at figuring out what’s causing allergic reactions in kids. This could be anything from certain foods, pollen, animal dander, to dust mites.

Performing Allergy Tests: They use tests like skin prick tests, where they gently prick the skin with a small amount of the suspected allergen, or blood tests to find out exactly what a child is allergic to.

Developing Treatment Plans: Once they know what’s triggering the allergies, they create a plan to help manage them. This might involve avoiding certain foods or environments, taking medications like antihistamines, or in some cases, starting allergy shots (immunotherapy).

Managing Asthma and Eczema: They also help kids with asthma and eczema, which are often linked to allergies. They provide treatments and strategies to control these conditions.

Educating Families: A big part of their job is teaching kids and their families about allergies. They explain how to avoid triggers, recognize symptoms, and what to do during an allergic reaction.

Collaborating with Schools: They sometimes work with schools to ensure a safe environment for children with severe allergies, like those to peanuts or bee stings.

Emergency Care and Plans: Pediatric allergists also prepare emergency action plans for severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) and educate families on how to use emergency medications like epinephrine auto-injectors.

Staying Up-to-Date with Research: They keep informed about the latest allergy treatments and research, which is essential for providing the best care.

Long-term Monitoring and Care: Allergies can change as kids grow, so these doctors monitor children over time, adjusting treatments as needed.

Pediatric allergists play a vital role in helping kids with allergies live more comfortably and safely. They are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of children dealing with a wide range of allergic conditions.

Assessment and Treatment for:

• Asthma
• Seasonal allergies (ragweed, pollens, trees, grasses)
• Perennial allergies (dust mites, molds, pets)
• Food allergies
• Drug allergy
• Allergy injections / immunotherapy

How to book a specialist appointment:

Our specialists see patients by referral. Please ask your physician or primary care provider to send a referral to Kindercare.

• The most efficient way to be referred to Kindercare is via Ocean eReferral. To get started, send your Doctor or Nurse Practitioner this link: bit.ly/refertoKCP
• If a referral through Ocean eReferral is not possible, your Doctor or Nurse Practitioner can fax referrals to 416-848-7664
• If you do not have a primary care provider, need help or have any questions, email admin@kindercare.ca or call 416-848-7665