Food Allergies: When the Food Comes to Bite the Gut

Faculty

Needs Statement

There has been an increase in the awareness and diagnosis of gastrointestinal food allergies. They significantly decrease the quality of life for patients and their families and have become a common diagnostic and management issue for the pediatrician. Studies now a decade old showed that 6% to 8% of children younger than 3 years experience documented adverse reactions to foods. Misconceptions are common in the understanding of concepts, diagnostic evaluation and treatment of gastrointestinal food allergy. However, diagnostic tests have become more sophisticated and accurate.

 

Target Audience

This activity is intended for pediatric gastroenterologists

Objectives

1. Differentiate between food allergy and food sensitivity;
2. Discuss clinical aspects of food allergy;
3. Become familiar with the different food - related enteropathy;
4. Discuss the science behind the hypoallergenic formula;
5. Develop approach to management.

Accreditation

Medicine
The University of Kentucky College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Each physician should claim only those hours of credit actually spent in the educational activity.

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine presents this activity for educational purposes only. Participants are expected to utilize their own expertise and judgment while engaged in the practice of medicine. The content of the presentations is provided solely by presenters who have been selected for presentations because of recognized expertise in their field.

Faculty Disclosure

Dr. Shashidar has no relevant relationships to disclose.