The Section of Allergy and Immunology is active in patient care, research and clinical trials. Our board-certified physicians are well qualified to provide state-of-the-art evaluations and care for patients with anaphylaxis, asthma, allergic rhinitis, urticaria, food allergies, immunodeficiency diseases and autoimmune disorders. The section is active in both basic and clinical research. It serves as a study site for pharmaceutical trials investigating the latest advances in the treatment of asthma, allergic diseases and immunodeficiencies.
Services Provided
Services offered for adults and children include:
Evaluation for pulmonary complaints such as wheezing, shortness of breath, coughing and chest tightness.
Evaluation of upper respiratory allergies such as nasal congestion, sneezing, itchy eyes, hoarse voice and sinus problems.
Evaluation of skin allergies, including urticaria, angioedema and eczema.
Skin testing for suspected allergies and immunotherapy (allergy shots) for the treatment of certain allergic diseases.
Evaluation of recurrent infections.
Evaluation of autoimmune disorders.
Testing for allergic reactions to foods, drugs, stinging insects, latex and occupational allergens.
Services are available at our offices in Chicago and at Rush Oak Park Hospital.
Mary C. Tobin, MD, is division director of the Department of Immunology/Microbiology and James N. Moy, MD, is associate chairman of Department of Immunology/Microbiology at Rush. The faculty includes board-certified physicians and nurses skilled in the care and evaluation of adults and children. The allergy and immunology program at Rush includes physicians who have been named among Chicago's and America's best, according to Castle Connolly Ltd., a well-respected source of information about U.S. health care providers and institutions. For profiles of physicians at Rush specializing in allergy and immunology or related areas, visit Find a Doctor section.
Rush Professional Office Building 1725 W. Harrison St., Suite 117 Chicago, IL 60612
Monday to Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Immunotherapy Shot Clinic Hours: Monday, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, 1 to 5:30 p.m.
Location
Hours of Operation
Medical Office Building 610 South Maple St., Suite 3440 Oak Park, IL 60304
Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Immunotherapy Shot Clinic Hours: Thursday, 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 4:30 p.m.
Included in this section:
Comprehensive Allergy, Asthma and Sinus Center: The Rush Comprehensive Allergy, Asthma and Sinus Center takes a multidisciplinary approach to the diagnosis and treatment of asthma. Coupled with translational and clinical research we are able to provide the best patient care and experience in Chicago.
Soy Supplements and Asthma Control Study
Allergy and Immunology
Clinical Services
Allergy Medications to Avoid for Skin Testing