Best Pam Lestage Podcasts (2025)

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Transforming Food Allergy Management in Children: A Deep Dive into Oral Immunotherapy with Dr. Richard Wasserman 47:03

5M ago47:03

47:03

Oral immunotherapy (OIT) has revolutionized the way we manage food allergies in children. Join Dr. Alice Hoyt as she interviews Dr. Richard Wasserman, a true pioneer in this groundbreaking treatment. Dr. Wasserman shares his journey on how and why he started offering OIT to patients over 15 years ago. Dr. Hoyt and Dr. Wasserman discuss the history …

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Confirming Your Child's Food Allergy Diagnosis: The Power of Ingestion Challenges 26:39

6M ago26:39

26:39

What is the gold standard in diagnosing an anaphylactic food allergy? It's not a skin test. It's not a blood test. It's an ingestion challenge. In this episode,Dr. Alice Hoyt discusses the critical role of ingestion challenges when it comes to accurately diagnosing IgE-mediated food allergies. By consuming the suspected allergen under the careful s…

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Unpacking the Newest Anaphylaxis Practice Parameters with Dr. Dave Stukus: Expert Insights into Anaphylaxis Management 21:13

10M ago21:13

21:13

Anaphylaxis is a a severe allergic reaction. How allergists manage anaphylaxis and how they advise their patients to manage anaphylaxis can mean the difference between life or death. That medical decision-making needs to be shared and have a foundation of evidence. In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Alice Hoyt discusses the newest updates to the A…

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A New Option for Food Allergy Families: Xolair Prevents Severe Allergic Reactions to Foods 27:59

11M ago27:59

27:59

In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Alice Hoyt, the caring doctor voice behind the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo Show, and the eminent Dr. Dave Stukus, a trailblazer from Nationwide Children's Hospital, unpack the exciting news about Xolair (omalizumab). After two decades of lending a helping hand to asthma sufferers, Xolair is now FDA-approved to comba…

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Real Questions Asked On Social Media about Food Allergies 37:25

12M ago37:25

37:25

Have you ever posted a food allergy question on social? Don't miss this episode in which Pam poses real food allergy questions from social media to Dr. Hoyt! What's your food allergy question? Subscribe to our newsletter to ask your questions! Looking for one-on-one time with a food allergist to finally get your food allergy questions answered? Sig…

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OIT: All You Need to Know in Under 10 Minutes 10:23

12M ago10:23

10:23

Take a deep dive into the world of oral immunotherapy with Dr. Alice Hoyt, a trusted board-certified allergist and mother, and Pam Lestage, a devoted mom navigating food allergies. They break down the essentials of OIT — from understanding what it is to exploring the risks and benefits. Whether you're an OIT skeptic or enthusiastic supporter, this …

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Don't set a resolution - do this instead for you and your kiddo with food allergies. 11:57

1y ago11:57

11:57

With the new year comes the talk of New Year's resolutions. Dr. Hoyt loves goal-setting but not with the traditional "resolution" type of goal-setting. Tune in to this episode to learn Dr. Hoyt's 3-step plan for making effective plans for the New Year and how these simple steps can help you and your kiddo with food allergies. What's your food aller…

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Can SLIT induce remission in babies and littles with peanut allergies? 35:13

1y ago35:13

35:13

Dr. Alice Hoyt interviews Dr. Edwin Kim about his research in sublingual immunotherapy in children with peanut allergies. Guest Dr. Edwin Kim Dr. Kim is a renowned pediatric allergist and immunologist who has extensive experience in treating children with food allergies. In this episode, he shares his research on sublingual immunotherapy, a method …

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Food Allergies and Shared Decision-Making: What Parents Need to Know 24:33

1y ago24:33

24:33

Food allergy is a complex medical condition, so it's no surprise that navigating life with food allergies can be challenging. Shared decision-making can help. Join Dr. Alice Hoyt as she interviews colleague Dr. Sakina Bajowala on shared decision-making, especially as it pertains to food allergies and immunotherapy. What's your food allergy question…

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The Risks of OIT and SLIT in Food Allergy - What You Need to Know 28:20

1+ y ago28:20

28:20

If you have heard of OIT or SLIT (oral immunotherapy and sublingual immunotherapy, respectively), then you've probably wondered how these therapies treat food allergies and, if they are so great, why isn't everyone doing them? Well, in part, it's due to potential risks, but there are also some other factors to consider. Join Dr. Hoyt as she discuss…

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An Easy Approach to Early Food Allergen Introduction with Dr. Katie Marks Cogan 36:02

1+ y ago36:02

36:02

Did you know that many food allergies can be prevented? Early introduction of potentially allergenic foods, such as peanuts, can actually prevent the development of food allergies. Awesome, right? But how exactly are you supposed to feed a baby peanuts? You aren't - peanuts themselves absolutely are a choking hazard, so you have to use a developmen…

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"How long will my kiddo be on OIT?" - 5 Minutes with a Food Allergist 5:49

1+ y ago5:49

5:49

On this episode of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo's 5 Minutes with a Food Allergist, Dr. Alice Hoyt answers a dad's question about how long kiddos are on OIT. What's your food allergy question? Subscribe to our newsletter to ask your questions! Looking for one-on-one time with a food allergist to finally get your food allergy questions answered? Sign …

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How to be a Food Allergy-Informed Parent 41:26

1+ y ago41:26

41:26

Are you wondering, "Do I really know what I need to know to best parent my kiddo who has food allergies?" Wonder no more. In this episode, Dr. Hoyt and Pam discuss the 3 must-do's to be an amazing, food allergy-informed parent! What's your food allergy question? Subscribe to our newsletter to ask your questions! Looking for one-on-one time with a f…

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What to Expect at Your Kiddo's Food Allergy Appointment 30:23

2y ago30:23

30:23

When you are waiting for your kiddo's allergy appointment, you may be wondering what to expect at the appointment. Will the doctor do allergy testing that day? How should you prepare your kiddo? In this episode, Pam and Dr. Hoyt discuss the 3 stages of most food allergy appointments. Don't miss this tactical, informative, peace-of-mind-providing di…

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After an Allergic Reaction: 4 Steps to Being Prepared (and How to Have Some Peace of Mind!) before Your First Food Allergy Appointment 34:53

2y ago34:53

34:53

Food allergy reactions can be super scary, especially the first reaction when you haven't seen an allergist and have so so so many questions. Has that happened to you? Tune in to this episode in which food allergy mama Pam and board-certified allergist Dr. Alice Hoyt share their 4 steps to feeling comfortable during that time of limbo between react…

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Fun, Screen-Free Activities to Keep Kiddos Occupied During Long Appointments 41:41

2y ago41:41

41:41

Long appointments can be challenging for kiddos and for parents. How do you keep kiddos occupied without allowing them to stare at a screen for hours? Tune in to this episode to hear Dr. Hoyt and Pam talk with the Dr. Betty Choi about her top tips for fun, appointment activities that don't involve a screen! Join our FREE newsletter to submit YOUR q…

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Dr. Hoyt talks all things Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) and Sublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT) with Dr. Hugh Windom 45:09

2y ago45:09

45:09

OIT and SLIT are two relatively new ways to treat food allergies, but are they the right approach for every patient? Tune in to the great discussion in which Dr. Alice Hoyt discusses all things OIT and SLIT with her fellow OIT-allergist colleague Dr. Hugh Windom. What they say may surprise you! Don't miss Dr. Hoyt's newest food allergy course: Oral…

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The Eczema Episode! (Part 2) 34:16

2+ y ago34:16

34:16

There's absolutely a strong connection between eczema and food allergies, that connection may not be what you think it is! Read this post to learn how these two conditions are related... Tune in to this second part of our eczema-focused episode where Pam and Dr. Hoyt answer YOUR questions on all things eczema! Join our FREE newsletter and submit YO…

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The Eczema Episode! (Part 1) 47:17

2+ y ago47:17

47:17

If you have a child with eczema or food allergy or both, chances are you've wondered what causes these two disorders. In fact, there's absolutely a strong connection between the two. But that connection may not be what you think it is... Tune in to this episode of the podcast where Pam and Dr. Hoyt answer YOUR questions on all things eczema! What's…

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Preventing Nut Allergies, One Puff At A Time! 46:02

2+ y ago46:02

46:02

Does the thought of your child developing a nut allergy keep you up at night? If so, you're not alone. Nut allergies can be life-threatening, and they can dramatically impact a child's entire family. But there is good news: some food allergies CAN BE PREVENTED. Tune in to this episode to learn more about "early introduction" of foods and one mom's …

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3 back-to-school strategies for food allergy families 30:50

2+ y ago30:50

30:50

Back-to-school time can be both exciting and nerve-wracking, especially for food allergy families. Meeting new teachers and starting new classes can be stressful enough, but add food allergy management to the mix, and the worry factor can jump ten-fold. But rest easy! Food allergy mom Pam Lestage and food allergist Dr. Hoyt recently discussed their…

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Inside the Mind of a Food Allergist: Classifying Adverse Reactions to Foods 37:25

2+ y ago37:25

37:25

Have you ever wondered what an allergist is really thinking when that allergist is asking very specific, particular questions about your kiddo's reaction to a food? That's because the allergist is trying to determine the underlying type of reaction. While some adverse reactions to foods are food allergies, other reactions are not immune-mediated an…

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Top 3 Tips for an Awesome Summer with Food Allergies 27:44

2+ y ago27:44

27:44

Are you excited about summer? (We sure are!!!) And with summer come new yet familiar challenges regarding food allergies. Tune in to this fantastic, tactical episode in which Pam and Dr. Hoyt discuss their top 3 must-do's to have a wonderful, safe, low-stress summer. SPOILER ALERT: it's all about being prepared! Stop wondering about food allergy te…

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Bonus Episode! Seasonal allergies have met their match with this treatment plan! 17:33

2+ y ago17:33

17:33

*The information in this and all episodes is for educational purposes only and is NOT medical advice. Talk with your doctor before starting any regimen.* Do seasonal allergies get you down? Is the itchy/drippy/sneezy just over-the-top? And are you tired of staring at all those meds in the allergy aisle without really knowing what any of them really…

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All About Oral Immunotherapy with Dr. Hugh Windom 44:48

2+ y ago44:48

44:48

*We apologize in advance for the sound quality and plan to re-record a similar episode soon. So why did we post this? Well, there is a LOT of good info in this episode, so we decided to make it available to you even though it does not meet our standard for sound quality.* If your kiddo has a food allergy, you may have heard about OIT. What is OIT? …

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FPIES with Dr. Anna Nowak-Wegrzyn 33:16

3y ago33:16

33:16

If you have a child with a food allergy, you've likely heard of IgE-mediated food allergies. But there's another type of food allergy that is less well-known - FPIES. Although FPIES is not an IgE-mediated food allergy, it can still be a severe and potentially life-threatening condition. On this episode of the podcast, Dr. Hoyt interviews THE WORLD …

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How to Prepare Your Kiddo's Babysitter to Manage Food Allergies 34:02

3y ago34:02

34:02

Leaving your child in someone else's care can be difficult, especially if your child has a special medical need like a food allergy. In this episode, Pam and Dr. Hoyt discuss strategies to find the right person to babysit or nanny your kiddo and to prepare that person to manage food allergies. Plus, check out their Babysitter Guide, a tool you shou…

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Where does your state land on stock epinephrine laws? 30:04

3y ago30:04

30:04

Stock epinephrine saves lives. What is "stock epi" ? It's epinephrine prescribed to an individual or, more commonly, to an entity to be used in case of an allergy emergency, such as when someone is having anaphylaxis but does not have their own epinephrine auto-injector. In this episode, Dr. Hoyt interviews her mentee (future doctor) Maddie Oxford …

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Top 3 Food Allergy Strategies for Pediatricians 31:00

3y ago31:00

31:00

A good pediatrician is such a blessing to a family. Pediatricians have to know so much about so much! And thank goodness they do because they help keep kiddos safe! On this episode of the podcast, Pam and Dr. Hoyt discuss their top 3 strategies for pediatricians when it comes to food allergies. If you are a pediatrician or you have a kiddo who sees…

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A New Approach to Practicing Food Allergy 30:07

3y ago30:07

30:07

Have you ever wondered how your allergist approaches his/her allergy practice? In this episode, Pam interviews Dr. Hoyt about how and why she decided to open her own food allergy practice and why she believes that integrated, comprehensive care navigation and mental health support are critical components of her practice. This "behind the scenes" ep…

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Food Allergy 101, Teacher Edition! 29:34

3y ago29:34

29:34

We all know that teachers can make a significant impact on the lives of the children they teach. Some of the greatest teachers are the ones who make you feel like you matter in their classroom and that you can achieve anything you set your mind to doing. We recorded this episode with those amazing teachers in mind! As teachers spend countless hours…

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How to make fall festive for everyone with a teal pumpkin! 25:45

3+ y ago25:45

25:45

It's fall! That means kiddos are getting exciting for trick-or-treating, and parents may be wondering what treats to hand out. If you know a kiddo with food allergy, there's an easy way to help them also have a super fun experience while staying safe. Tune in to this episode to learn all that plus Dr. Hoyt's and Pam's strategies for a safe evening …

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Peanut Oral Immunotherapy - The Preschooler's Mama's Experience 24:52

3+ y ago24:52

24:52

"To undergo OIT or not to undergo OIT? " That is the question many parents of kiddos with food allergy are now considering. If you have ever wondered what it's like to be the parent of a kiddo with food allergy and make this decision, then don't miss this episode. Pam and Dr. Hoyt interview the mom of one of Dr. Hoyt's patients, and they talk about…

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Inside the Podcast Studio - Pam interviews Dr. Alice Hoyt 45:37

3+ y ago45:37

45:37

Hello amazing Kiddo listener! Thank you for listening to this year of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo! I've interviewed amazing guests and brought on my dear friend Pam as our cohost. It's been a great year! Take a moment and drop me a line about what you'd like to hear next season! I hope you enjoy this last episode of the season when Pam interviews m…

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Prepping for College with FARE's Kristi Grim - Part 2 21:55

3+ y ago21:55

21:55

Prepping for college... when should you start thinking about it? (Hint hint: now!) In part two of this two-part series, Pam and I talk with the amazing Kristi Grim of FARE (Food Allergy Research and Education). Kristi has been with FARE for years and was the original lead and continued director of FARE's college programming as well as lead of youth…

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5 College-Prep Strategies from FARE's Kristi Grim 26:43

3+ y ago26:43

26:43

Prepping for college... when should you start thinking about it? (Hint hint: now!) In this episode, Pam and I talk with the amazing Kristi Grim of FARE (Food Allergy Research and Education). Kristi has been with FARE for years and was the original lead and continued director of FARE's college programming as well as lead of youth and of professional…

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De-Stress with Strategies from Tamara Hubbard - Part 2 22:53

3+ y ago22:53

22:53

How often do you worry about your kiddo who has food allergy? And have you ever wondered if that amount of worry is "normal" ? Tune in to this episode of the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo Podcast with me, Dr. Alice Hoyt, and my good friend Pam Lestage as we interview food allergy counselor Tamara Hubbard, LCPC. Tamara is one of the most knowledgeable…

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De-Stress with Strategies from Tamara Hubbard - Part 1 30:53

3+ y ago30:53

30:53

How often do you worry about your kiddo who has food allergy? And have you ever wondered if that amount of worry is "normal" ? Tune in to this episode of the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo Podcast with me, Dr. Alice Hoyt, and my good friend Pam Lestage as we interview food allergy counselor Tamara Hubbard, LCPC. Tamara is one of the most knowledgeable…

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Turning anaphylaxis tragedy into purpose through the Allison Rose Foundation 40:43

3+ y ago40:43

40:43

Although death from a food allergy is rare, when it happens to your child, the rarity of it doesn't matter. And how do you move forward? I'm honored to be joined on this episode with Mike and Becca Suhy of the Allison Rose Foundation. Mike and Becca founded this amazing non-profit to honor their sweet daughter Allison, who passed away from anaphyla…

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How do school food allergy policies affect the mental health of kiddos with food allergy? 20:27

3+ y ago20:27

20:27

Schools develop food allergy-related policies to try to keep kids safe, but how many of these policies are evidence-based? And how do policies impact the emotional well-being of kiddos with food allergy? Join me as I talk with my colleague Ashley Lahoud of Kent State University's Pediatric Anxiety and Allergy Research Clinic. There, Ashley and her …

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Part 4: Parenting a Child with Food Allergy - Ask the Researcher Rishma Chooniedass 27:23

3+ y ago27:23

27:23

Episode 4 of this 4-part series!!! When it comes to parenting a kiddo with food allergy, remembering that epi is only one of the many challenges faced. Other very real challenges were recently divided into three themes: Anxiety The need for resources Living with food allergy is a journey Rejoin my co-host Pam and me in this FOURTH episode of the se…

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Part 3: 3 Themes in Parenting a Child who has Food Allergy 27:51

3+ y ago27:51

27:51

Episode 3 of this 4-part series!!! When it comes to parenting a kiddo with food allergy, remembering that epi is only one of the many challenges faced. Other very real challenges were recently divided into three themes: Anxiety The need for resources Living with food allergy is a journey Rejoin my co-host Pam and me in this third episode of the ser…

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Part 2: 3 Themes in Parenting a Child who has Food Allergy 28:04

4y ago28:04

28:04

Episode 2 of this 4-part series!!! When it comes to parenting a kiddo with food allergy, remembering that epi is only one of the many challenges faced. Other very real challenges were recently divided into three themes: Anxiety The need for resources Living with food allergy is a journey Rejoin my co-host Pam and me in this second episode of the se…

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Part 1: 3 Themes in Parenting a Child who has Food Allergy 25:27

4y ago25:27

25:27

When it comes to parenting a kiddo with food allergy, remembering that epi is only one of the many challenges faced by parents. Other very real challenges were recently divided into three themes: Anxiety The need for resources Living with food allergy is a journey Join my co-host Pam and me in this first episode of the series on Food Allergy and Pa…

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School, Flying, and Food Allergy - What do the Experts Say? 25:17

4y ago25:17

25:17

In this second part of my two-part interview with Dr. Matthew Greenhawt, we further discuss food allergy management in schools and also exchange thoughts on traveling with food allergy. If you haven't listened to this first episode of this two-part series, check it out now! -A. Hoyt, MD FoodAllergyandYourKiddo.com What's your food allergy question?…

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Common sense approaches to food allergy management 35:29

4y ago35:29

35:29

Food allergy management certainly can be challenging, but we continue to have more and more evidence to guide us in making best possible decisions, especially regarding management in schools. I'm delighted to have Dr. Matthew Greenhawt on this episode. He's the Director of the Food Challenge and Research Unit at Children's Hospital Colorado. Dr. Gr…

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Food allergy on social media – ask an expert, but not on social. 38:41

4y ago38:41

38:41

If you have ever considered how to navigate social media for you and your kiddo regarding food allergy, then you are not going to want to miss this episode. Joining me is Dr. Dave Stukus @AllergyKidsDoc, allergist at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Dr. Stukus is also the Social Media Medical Editor of the AAAAI, and he and I discuss social media an…

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Bullying and Food Allergy - Tactical Approaches for You and Your Kiddo 33:50

4y ago33:50

33:50

All of us have been bullied, but being bullied due to a medical condition that already impacts social functions takes bullying to a whole new level. If you or your kiddo has ever been bullied because of food allergy, this episode is a must listen. My friend and colleague Jodi Shroba, CPNP, from Children's Mercy Kansas City Food Allergy Center, will…

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Food allergy decisions, school emergency plans, and parenting - here are Pam's top 3 favorite podcast episodes! 39:32

4y ago39:32

39:32

Co-host Pam is back with me on this episode! She shares her favorite three episodes of the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo podcast and why she likes these! Hints! These episodes cover: What shared medical decision-making with your allergist should look like How schools can be prepared for an allergy emergency Parenting inspiration that will get you in …

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Food allergy and school anaphylaxis work presented at a national conference - let's discuss! 19:59

4y ago19:59

19:59

Have you ever wondered what's presented at the medical conferences that allergists attend? Tune into this episode on which I share my team's two abstracts from this year's American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology virtual meeting. You'll hear about: Using early peanut oral immunotherapy protocols to treat babies and preschool-aged kiddos w…

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