Latitude Food Allergy Care Launches New Clinic in San Diego for Timely Treatment of Food Allergies

Latitude Food Allergy Care Expands to San Diego

Latitude Food Allergy Care, a prominent network of food allergy clinics in the United States, has officially opened its doors in San Diego. This new facility reflects a commitment to delivering timely, expert care to families dealing with food allergies. Situated in Poway, the clinic aims to reduce waiting times for appointments, allowing families to access crucial treatment more quickly.

Dr. Susan Laubach, a seasoned allergist with over 20 years of experience, leads this clinic. Her extensive background includes training at the UCSF School of Medicine and more than two decades at Rady Children's Hospital, where she co-directed the Food Allergy Center. With a focus on innovative treatment methods and research-backed therapies, Dr. Laubach and her team are poised to make a positive impact in the San Diego community.

Food allergies are a growing concern in the United States, affecting over 33 million people. Unfortunately, despite this high number, access to specialized treatment can often be limited, resulting in long wait times for families. In San Diego, some have endured waits of up to a year for care. Latitude's new Poway clinic seeks to change this narrative by emphasizing quick appointments and establishing a direct line of communication between patients and their healthcare providers.

Kimberley Yates, co-founder and CEO of Latitude Food Allergy Care, emphasizes the importance of accessible treatment in changing lives. “Food allergy treatment is life-changing. Every day in our clinics, we witness families transform from living in constant fear to enjoying life without restrictions,” she states. She notes that early initiation of treatment leads to better health outcomes, underscoring the necessity of reducing wait times.

The facility boasts notable technological innovations, including a proprietary app that allows patients to monitor their treatment, log reactions, and communicate with their care team in real time. Latitude also houses the nation’s largest prospective oral immunotherapy (OIT) database, ensuring that treatment protocols are continually optimized based on current data and patient outcomes.

Individuals visiting the clinic can expect personalized care. Latitude offers desensitization therapies like oral immunotherapy, which gradually lets patients tolerate their trigger foods. These treatments have shown to be effective, with a staggering 94% success rate for patients completing OIT, and this rises to 98% for children under four.

In addition, the clinic operates in close partnership with Children's Hospital Los Angeles, enhancing their capabilities and ensuring comprehensive care. Latitude has other locations throughout Southern California, including West LA, Sherman Oaks, Pasadena, and Irvine, with Poway being their fifth site.

If you are interested in learning more about food allergy treatments or if you would like to book an appointment, you can reach out to them via email at [email protected] or by calling (858) 338-7378. More details can also be found on their website at latitudefoodallergycare.com.

With this expansion into San Diego, Latitude Food Allergy Care is set to make significant strides in the way food allergies are managed, paving the way for families to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives without fear of allergens dictating their limitations.