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Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) Program for Children Modena Health, Breathing & Allergy Specialists

With oral immunotherapy, children can gradually overcome food allergies and gain lasting protection from severe reactions.

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Helping Kids Overcome Food Allergies Safely

Oral Immunotherapy at Modena Allergy & Asthma

For children with severe food allergies, even a tiny bite of the wrong food can trigger a life-threatening reaction. The constant anxiety around meals, school lunches, and social events can overwhelm both kids and parents. At Modena Allergy & Asthma, our pediatric-focused oral immunotherapy (OIT) program is designed to help children build tolerance to food allergens, reducing their risk of anaphylaxis and giving them a safer, more confident future.

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about our program

Please note that we accept patients into our OIT program who are between 6 months - 25 years. We currently offer OIT in our La Jolla, Torrance and Long Beach offices, with additional sites in CA and AZ coming in 2025.

We offer both Oral Immunotherapy and Sublingual Immunotherapy options for our patients.We have a highly trained and compassionate team dedicated to ensuring your family's comfort and safety throughout the course of your treatment, including 24/7 on-call providers and OIT concierge.

take the first step: schedule an oit screening call

Fill out the form below to schedule a free non-clinical consultation with one of our OIT Care Coordinators

what is oit?

Food immunotherapy is like training for your child’s immune system. Under medical supervision, they’ll gradually consume small amounts of the allergies, increasing the does over time. This helps increase their tolerance and reduce the chance of reactions from accidental exposures.

OIT AT MAA: At Modena Health, we provide two innovative treatments: Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) and Sublingual Immunotherapy (OIT-s). These programs help your child safely build tolerance to allergens. Whether dealing with one or multiple allergies, we’re here to help!

“incredibly grateful”

Patient Testimonials

"Our daughter has been a patient of the Modena practice for the past year or so and we are incredibly grateful that we found such a wonderful group to help us with her food allergies. We are absolutely thrilled with the progress she has made and the results we’ve achieved under their care."

— S.D.

“We were thankful that Dr. Modena was willing to work with us to provide the OIT treatment for our son. He is truly an amazing doctor that is detail-oriented, proactive, and acts with a patient-centered focus. His staff are also kind and courteous. If you are interested in seeking immunotherapy treatment or similar options for yourself or your child (beyond the traditional avoidance model), then Dr. Modena and his staff will be able to help!”

— L.M.

“I am really pleased with the attention; the staff at the front office is very attentive, and the doctor listened to me and explained everything very carefully and dedicated. It is a very nice environment. It was really easy to get an appointment, and once I was there, they took care of me very soon. I have to wait no more than 5 minutes to be seen.”

—M.M.

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Our goal at Modena Health is to get your health and wellness questions answered in a comfortable, low-stress environment. To make that goal easier to achieve than ever before, we've now opened multiple locations across southern California. Click the locations below to find a qualified Modena Health specialist near you who can help you get to the bottom of your health questions.

Meet Our Founder

Dr. Brian Modena, Director & CEO

Our founder, Brian Modena, MD, MSc, brings a uniquely empathetic perspective that underpins Modena Health’s excellence in patient care and lasting symptom relief.

Growing up with asthma and allergies in a small West Virginia community, Dr. Modena dedicated himself to understanding the root causes of these conditions to try and bring relief to himself and others. Through Modena Health, Dr. Modena leverages his extensive research experience, including work with artificial intelligence, genetics, and the microbiome, to provide patients with personalized and effective treatment plans. He believes in a comprehensive approach to healthcare, addressing the unique needs of each individual. With a deep appreciation for healthy, active living, Dr. Modena helps patients find freedom and health at every stage of life.

ready to begin your OIT journey?

Simply fill out the forms above, or give one of our offices a call directly to learn more about if OIT is the right choice for your family.