Allergy & Immunology

The Allergy & Immunology Department at Al Kindi Hospital offers a comprehensive approach to identifying the root cause of your health concerns. Our team of specialists works collaboratively across disciplines to:

Investigate and treat immune system disorders impacting your body’s ability to fight infection or causing autoimmune conditions.

Diagnose and manage allergies to food, medications, insects, and environmental triggers through advanced testing and personalized treatment plans.

Allergy Testing & Diagnosis

• Skin prick testing (SPT) for common allergens (food, environmental, insect venom)
• Intradermal allergy testing
• Patch testing for contact dermatitis
• Specific IgE blood testing (ALEX2, ImmunoCAP)
• Oral food challenge testing
• Drug allergy testing and desensitization

Immunotherapy & Desensitization

• Subcutaneous immunotherapy (SCIT) – allergy shots
• Sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) – allergy drops/tablets
• Drug desensitization (e.g., for penicillin or aspirin allergies)
• Venom immunotherapy for insect sting allergies
• Oral and Sublingual immunotherapy for food allergy

Pulmonary Function & Airway Evaluation

• Spirometry and lung function testing
• Fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) testing for asthma assessment
• Bronchoprovocation testing (e.g., methacholine challenge)

Management of Allergic Conditions

• Allergic rhinitis and sinusitis treatment
• Atopic dermatitis and eczema management
• Urticaria (hives) and angioedema treatment
• Allergic and autoimmune skin disorders
• Food allergy management and dietary counseling
• Drug and vaccine allergy management

Immunodeficiency Evaluation & Treatment

• Diagnosis of primary immunodeficiency disorders 
• Immunoglobulin replacement therapy (IVIG/SCIG)
• Immune function testing 

Autoimmune & Immune Dysregulation Disorders

• Diagnosis and management of autoimmune diseases with immunological involvement
• Biologic therapies for autoimmune and inflammatory/allergic conditions
• Monitoring of immune-modulating treatments

Anaphylaxis Prevention & Management

• Anaphylaxis risk assessment and emergency action plans
• Prescription and education on epinephrine auto-injectors (e.g., EpiPen)
• Training patients and caregivers in anaphylaxis first aid

Pediatric Allergy & Immunology Services

• Infant and childhood allergy testing
• Management of pediatric skin allergies and atopic dermatitis  (Eczema)
• Food allergy desensitization programs

Occupational & Environmental Allergy Services

• Workplace-related allergy testing
• Occupational asthma assessment (Workplace related asthma)
• Mold, dust mite, and chemical allergy evaluations

Allergic Skin Conditions

• Diagnosis and treatment of various allergic/autoimmune skin conditions