Welcome from the Division Head

What is Allergy and Immunology?

Allergy and Clinical Immunology is a medical specialty dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of allergic diseases and disorders of the immune system.

Allergic conditions affect up to 40% of the population and include environmental allergies (hay fever), asthma, food allergy, drug allergy, eczema, chronic hives, and insect sting allergy. These conditions can significantly impact quality of life and, in some cases, cause severe or life-threatening reactions.

Clinical immunologists care for patients with disorders of the immune system. The immune system is a complex network of cells and proteins that protects the body from infections and helps maintain overall health. Defects in the immune system can lead to recurrent, severe, or unusual infections, immune dysregulation, and other serious health complications.

At the UBC Division of Allergy and Immunology, our mission is to improve the health, safety, and quality of life of patients through excellence in clinical care, teaching, and advancing research.