Pediatric Allergist and Immunologist - North Haven, CT

We found 3 pediatric allergist and immunologist in North Haven, CT. See refinement options below.

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Dr. Ami P. Belmont, MD

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Pediatric Allergy & Immunology, General Pediatrics, Adult Allergy & Immunology

6 Devine Street, North Haven, CT 06473

203-287-6200

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Dr. Ami Belmont sees patients in New Haven, CT and North Haven, CT. Her medical specialties are pediatric allergy & immunology, adult allergy & immunology, and general pediatrics. She attended Brown University, Alpert Medical School.

"After weeks of waiting for an appointment and feeling discouraged with my health symptoms that affect my everyday life, I left my appointment feeling worse. I finally present all of my tests and journals to Dr. Belmont but she made me feel unheard, dismissed and rushed. She even had the audacity to say "I have other patients waiting". In the room I was clearly frustrated to the point of tears and she simply did not seem to care to dig deeper into any reason of why I am having the symptoms I am having. Instead she suggested following up with my dermatologist (who sent me to her), follow up with allergy testing, trying nose spray and using products without fragrance (currently using none due to my symptoms). She talked in circles, made no plan of attack. I was looking for someone to say we'll figure this out but left hurt and angry. I hope this resonates with Dr. Belmont and moving forward she'll be a better doctor. "

January 8, 2024
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Dr. Junghee J. Shin, PHD, MD

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Pediatric Allergy & Immunology, Internal Medicine

6 Devine Street, North Haven, CT 06473

203-287-6200

Dr. Junghee Shin, who practices in Bridgeport, CT, North Haven, CT, and Milford, CT, is a medical specialist in pediatric allergy & immunology.
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Dr. Katelyn Hoyan Wong, MD

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Pediatric Allergy & Immunology, General Pediatrics

6 Devine, North Haven, CT 06473

203-287-6200

Dr. Katelyn Wong's areas of specialization are pediatric allergy & immunology and general pediatrics; she sees patients in New Haven, CT and North Haven, CT. She is a graduate of the University of Connecticut School of Medicine.

What is Pediatric Allergy & Immunology?

Pediatric allergy and immunology is the study of allergy and immune system disorders in children. Allergies are mild to severe physical reactions to certain substances called 'allergens' due to an overactive immune system. Other immune conditions weaken the immune system (immunodeficiency) or mistakenly damage the body (autoimmune disease).

Pediatric allergists and immunologists diagnose children's allergies and immune disorders, prescribe management plans, and may conduct clinical research to optimize allergy and immunology treatments.

Conditions that pediatric allergists and immunologists treat include:

Skin allergies, such as inflammation, eczema, and dermatitis
Eye allergies, such as allergy conjunctivitis
Food, drug, anesthesia, and vaccine allergies
Seasonal rhinitis, an allergic response to pollen, dust, and animals
Anaphylaxis, a life-threatening allergic reaction, also known as anaphylactic shock
Immunodeficiency and autoimmune diseases
Respiratory disorders, such as sinusitis and asthma
Gastrointestinal issues from immune reaction

Pediatric allergies can be diagnosed through skin tests, where common allergens are exposed to the skin to assess physical reaction. Another method is diagnosis by blood test. Common clinical treatments for childhood allergies include antihistamine prescription (suppresses the immune system), and asthma therapies (such as use of an inhaler). Allergy immunotherapy decreases immune sensitivity through intentional exposure to known allergens, and is administered by injection or pill.

Autoimmune disorders may be identified through blood tests, as well as genetic testing. Immunodeficiency is addressed by preventing infections, and by strengthening the child's immune system with injection of antibodies, also known as antibody replacement. Severe immune deficiency disorders may require advanced stem cell or bone marrow transplant. Immune diseases like lupus, type 1 diabetes, and multiple sclerosis are controlled with disease-specific medication and treatment plans.

Comprehensive pediatric allergy and immunology treatment considers a child's age, lifestyle, and environment. Pediatric allergists educate children and their families on handling extreme reactions like anaphylaxis. Caregivers are instructed on how to avoid known allergens and administer epinephrine, the active ingredient in products like Epi-Pen. Treatment for immune disorders similarly aims to engage families, but may also involve additional medical professionals specialized in the child's immune condition. Pediatric care programs monitor allergy and immune disorders over a course of years, and may attempt to mitigate their reemergence in adulthood.

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Dr. Katelyn Hoyan Wong, MD

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