Patient Promise
Ochsner Medical Center for Children is dedicated to providing outstanding, personalized care for infants, children and adolescents. Recognizing that pediatric care is the beginning of the health care journey, Ochsner Medical Center for Children offers an interdisciplinary approach that honors diversity, encourages open discussion and respects the parents’ and child’s rights to participate in the planning of care. Sound medical research and education, empowered by skill and technology, bolster Ochsner Medical Center for Children's commitment to excellence in pediatric care. The Ochsner Pediatric Allergy Section evaluates and diagnoses symptoms including:
- Nasal symptoms and sinusitis coughing
- Bronchitis, wheezing
- Chronic or recurrent infections
- Food, drug or insect allergies
- Rashes and itching of the skin
The Ochsner Pediatric Allergy Section also offers comprehensive diagnostic, therapeutic and consultative services for children with allergic problems such as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
- Urticaria (hives) and Angioedema
- Eczema (atopic dermatitis)
- Insect Allergies
- Antibiotic and Other Drug Allergies
- Food Allergies and Intolerances
- Latex Allergies
- Anaphylaxis
- Immunodeficiencies
These services include skin testing for allergic sensitivity, pulmonary function testing and immune function. The Ochsner Pediatric Allergy Section works closely with patients' primary care providers to institute ongoing, continuous care and to reduce costly hospitalizations and emergency room care.
