OIT in 2025: How Advances in Oral Immunotherapy are Treating Food Allergies in Kids - Dr. Alice Hoyt and Dr. Tom Chacko

Food Allergy and Your Kiddo

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Dr. Alice Hoyt welcomes Dr. Tom Chacko, a board-certified allergist from Atlanta, to dive into the complexities of food allergies, focusing on oral immunotherapy (OIT) and sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT). They discuss Dr. Chacko's journey into the field, the importance of whole foods in treatment, and collaborative efforts within the FAST network. The conversation also addresses the need for patient-centric care in allergy treatment.

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Chapters

1. Introduction to Dr. Tom Chacko (00:00:00)

2. Origins of OIT in Clinical Practice (00:06:56)

3. Palforzia vs. Whole Foods Approach (00:14:36)

4. Goals and Approaches to Immunotherapy (00:22:20)

5. SLIT and Low-Dose OIT Options (00:28:38)

6. Institutional Barriers to OIT Practice (00:36:28)