The Allergy/Immunology Division of St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital offers evaluation and treatment for patients with allergies, asthma, and immunological diseases. Patients have access to up-to-date comprehensive testing for the diagnosis of these illnesses. Following diagnosis, physicians will design and discuss a plan of treatment with the patient and referring physician.
The division treats both pediatric and adult patients; all members of a family can be treated by the same team of specialists.
The Allergy/Immunology Division provides diagnosis and treatment for the following conditions and diseases in children and adults:
- Asthma
- Rhinitis (hay fever) and sinusitis
- Cough
- Eczema (Dermatitis)
- Urticaria - hives
- Food allergy
- Insect allergy
- Drug allergy
- Conjunctivitis
- Frequent infections - primary immune deficiency
Diagnosis of allergy and immunological disease may include the following:
- Allergy testing: usually skin and sometimes blood tests
- Pulmonary function testing, including testing for exercise-related wheezing
- Rhinoscopy: examination of nasal passages with a special instrument
- Food and drug challenges
- Evaluation of immunological competency
For additional information, please contact us:
S. Mark Kosinski, MD, PhD, Chief
Appointments: 973.754.2597
Referral/Fax: 973.754.3013
