SERVICES OFFERED BY MEDICAL CENTRE
Heart Clinic / Peadiatric Cardiology
Sleep clinic
Respiratory Clinic / asthma
Allergy and Immunology / allergy testing
Paediatric Neurology
Continence clinic
Child Neuropsychology & Cognitive Assessments
Skin problems / eczema
Newborn & infants
General paediatrics
Developmental and behavioural paediatrics
Other services
Allergy & Immunology clinic
Allergies are amongst the most common medical problems in children. They can take different forms affecting the skin, airways, intestine. They can also cause severe life-threatening reactions called anaphylaxis.
Our Allergy/Immunology specialist will:
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Perform a comprehensive diagnostic assessment, skin allergy testing and food challenges.
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Prepare a comprehensive individualised management plan and specialised treatment, that may include diet, medications, Epipen prescription/training and immunotherapy.
You can see our specialist if you have concerns regarding your child’s:
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Eczema
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Hives
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Hay fever/allergic rhinitis that is difficult to manage
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Food allergies and intolerances
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Food protein induced enterocolitis syndrome (FPIES), eosinophilic oesophagitis (EoE).
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Anaphylaxis
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Recurrent infections and suspected immune deficiency
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Recurrent Fever and suspected autoimmune conditions including arthritis etc.
Our allergist will also see adolescents and young adults with chronic allergic rhinitis/hay fever for testing and immunotherapy.
To make an appointment, please contact KidMed.
Helpful FAQs
Do you offer allergy testing for children?
Yes. We provide skin prick testing and specific IgE blood testing. Where appropriate, we perform supervised oral food challenges to confirm or rule out allergy.
Can my child have allergen immunotherapy (desensitisation)?
For conditions such as dust-mite or pollen-driven allergic rhinitis (and selected venom allergy), your Dr can discuss immunotherapy options and tailor a plan.
Will we receive an ASCIA Action Plan and EpiPen training?
Yes—families at risk of anaphylaxis receive an ASCIA Action Plan and training on the use of adrenaline autoinjectors for home and school.
Do you see patients from Western NSW?
Yes. Many families travel from Lithgow, Bathurst, Orange and Dubbo. Procedures (e.g., skin prick testing, food challenges) are performed at our Woodford clinic.