PUNE: In a significant move to address the rising burden of allergies, Inamdar Multispeciality Hospital has launched a specialized Allergy Department. The initiative marks a major leap forward in early diagnosis, evidence-based treatment, and patient education—critical components often missing in routine care.
The department will be led by two of Pune’s leading specialists; Dr. Vishal Shah, Pediatric Allergy & Asthma Specialist and Dr. Seemab Shaikh, Senior ENT & Allergy Consultant, is a veteran surgeon with over 30 years of experienceis a graduate of BJ Medical College, Pune. Together, their interdisciplinary approach ensures that patients receive world-class care grounded in the latest medical research and global best practices.
Allergies are often silent disruptors, affecting everything from respiratory health to digestion and skin. Despite affecting nearly 20–30% of India’s population, allergies frequently go undiagnosed or are managed superficially—leading to poor treatment outcomes and recurring symptoms.
The World Allergy Organization (WAO) and the European Academy of Allergology and Clinical Immunology (EAACI) emphasize the importance of early testing to avoid misdiagnosis and improve recovery, especially in chronic or complex cases.
The department features cutting-edge diagnostic facilities, including, Skin Prick Tests (SPT), Blood IgE Testing, Pulmonary Function Tests (PFT), Component Resolved Diagnostics (CRD), Oral Food Challenge Tests, Complete ENT examination with diagnostic nasal endoscopies
The Department will provide evidence-based pharmacotherapy is the first line treatment for allergic rhinitis. Patients who do not respond to conventional treatment for allergies are offered scientifically proven options like immunotherapy. Also, will include Allergen Immunotherapy (AIT)—a scientifically proven, long-term solution designed to desensitize the immune system over 3–5 years.
