Allergic Rhinitis Program

Our experts provide thorough evaluation and comprehensive testing for allergic rhinitis, including education on avoiding common allergens and extensive treatment options.

About Allergic Rhinitis

Allergic rhinitis refers to the symptoms of nasal congestion, itchy or runny nose, post-nasal drip, itchy eyes and/or frequent sneezing after contact with an allergen in the environment.

Learn more about allergic rhinitis

The Lurie Children's Difference

We take a family-centered approach to care and believe the best results occur when the parents, child and healthcare provider work together, each sharing their area of knowledge to help diagnose and manage the allergy. Partnering with your family helps us to best understand the types of reactions your child has to certain allergens; the relationship between timing and reactions; and your child's personal and family history. Knowing your child and your family allows us to better help you.

Our Specialists

Our integrated team includes physicians, pediatric nurse practitioners and pediatric nursing staff to care for children with allergic rhinitis.

Rajesh Kumar, MD

Interim Division Head, Allergy & Immunology

Aisha Ahmed, MD

Attending Physician, Allergy & Immunology

Jennifer K. Bosworth, APRN-NP, FNP

Family Nurse Practitioner, Allergy & Immunology

Sarah M. Boudreau-Romano, MD

Attending Physician, Allergy & Immunology

Timothy J. Brown, MD

Attending Physician, Allergy & Immunology

Linda F. Federer, APRN-NP, FNP

Family Nurse Practitioner, Allergy & Immunology

Anna B. Fishbein, MD

Attending Physician, Allergy & Immunology

Fatima Khan, MD

Attending Physician, Allergy & Immunology

Abigail T. Lang, MD, MSCI

Attending Physician, Allergy & Immunology

Cynthia J. Lerner, MD

Member, Children's Community Physicians Association

Elizabeth Lippner, MD

Attending Physician, Allergy & Immunology

Melanie M. Makhija, MD

Attending Physician, Allergy & Immunology

Sai R. Nimmagadda, MD

Attending Physician, Allergy & Immunology

Angela Oest, PA-C, MS, MPH

Physician Assistant, Allergy & Immunology

Jessica M. Palmieri, DO

Attending Physician, Allergy & Immunology

Nashmia Qamar, DO, MSCI

Attending Physician, Allergy & Immunology

Make an Appointment

We offer easy online scheduling for your child's allergy and immunology needs. 

Our Research

Lurie Children’s Division of Allergy and Immunology is at the cutting edge of clinical research. We offer our patients the newest treatments as well as opportunities to be part of studies in hopes to discover more treatments and a cure. 

There are no current clinical studies at this time. 

Contact Our Research Team

For more information about our clinical studies, please contact: Phone: 312.227.6474 or 888.573.1833
Email: allergystudy@luriechildrens.org​​

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