In this episode, Paediatric Allergist Dr Gabby Mahoney speaks with host Dr Rebecca Overton about the practical role of allergen immunotherapy in allergic rhinitis and asthma. They cover who to refer, how SLIT and SCIT are administered, what outcomes to expect, and how to navigate risks, costs, and access in Australian practice:
Understand where allergen immunotherapy fits in the management of allergic rhinitis and allergic asthma 
Learn which patients to refer, including age thresholds, quality-of-life impact, and the importance of demonstrated allergen sensitisation  
Hear practical details on SLIT vs SCIT protocols  
Gain confidence in discussing effectiveness, risks, and adverse effects of allergen immunotherapy 
Explore cost and access issues in Australia

 

Host: Dr Rebecca Overton | Total Time: 25 mins

Expert: Dr Gabby Mahoney, Paediatric Allergist and Immunologist

 

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In this episode, Paediatric Allergist Dr Gabby Mahoney speaks with host Dr Rebecca Overton about the practical role of allergen immunotherapy in allergic rhinitis and asthma. They cover who to refer, how SLIT and SCIT are administered, what outcomes to expect, and how to navigate risks, costs, and access in Australian practice:
<ul>
<li>Understand where allergen immunotherapy fits in the management of allergic rhinitis and allergic asthma&nbsp;</li>
<li>Learn which patients to refer, including age thresholds, quality-of-life impact, and the importance of&nbsp;demonstrated&nbsp;allergen&nbsp;sensitisation&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Hear practical details on SLIT vs SCIT protocols&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Gain confidence in discussing effectiveness, risks, and adverse effects of allergen immunotherapy&nbsp;</li>
<li>Explore cost and access issues in Australia</li>
</ul>
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Host: Dr Rebecca Overton | Total Time: 25 mins
Expert: Dr Gabby Mahoney, Paediatric Allergist and Immunologist
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