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AAAAI Podcast: Conversations from the World of Allergy

AAAAI Podcast: Conversations from the World of Allergy

The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) 166 Episodes Jul 7, 2026

The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) podcast series features interviews with thought leaders in allergy and immunology. It provides evidence-based information but is not intended as individual medical advice. Listeners are encouraged to consult their own physicians for personal health concerns. The AAAAI Find an Allergist tool helps locate board-certified allergists.

Episodes

Understanding the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Understanding the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Jul 7, 2026 2979 Join us as Kelly Stone, MD, PhD, FAAAAI, explains the evolution of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and its central role in ensuring the safety and efficacy of therapeutics in the United States. We discuss the modern drug approval process from preclinical development through clinical trials and post-marketing surveillance  and explore what makes this pathway different for biologics and biosim
Navigating the New Era of Systemic Care in Atopic Dermatitis
Navigating the New Era of Systemic Care in Atopic Dermatitis Jun 23, 2026 2495 Join us as Derek Chu, MD, PhD, explores the paradigm shift in treating atopic dermatitis as a systemic, immune-driven disease rather than a localized skin condition. We discuss the updates to the practice parameters including practical guidance on integrating of novel topicals, biologics, and JAK inhibitors into our treatment as well as the upcoming practice parameters on chronic spontaneous urtic
Navigating Allergy, Asthma and Biologics in Pregnancy
Navigating Allergy, Asthma and Biologics in Pregnancy Jun 9, 2026 2285 Join us as Monica Kraft, MD, FAAAAI, provides an evidence-based framework for managing allergic conditions during pregnancy, focusing on the safety of commonly used medications, from inhaled corticosteroids and antihistamines to biologics. We address the risks of undertreated asthma and explore the latest recommendations for penicillin allergy delabeling to optimize maternal-fetal outcomes. The di
The Safety Signal: Building a Just Culture in Allergy and Immunology
The Safety Signal: Building a Just Culture in Allergy and Immunology May 26, 2026 2532 In this episode, Christine Cho, MD, FAAAAI, discusses analyzing medical errors within the allergy clinic, from incorrect immunotherapy dosing to the systemic risks of penicillin mislabeling. Dr. Cho explains how shifting from a culture of blame to a "just culture" allows practices to transform "near misses" into learning opportunities that create more robust, reliable systems.
The Chef’s Table: Culinary Advice for Food Allergy Safety Chef Ming Tsai
The Chef’s Table: Culinary Advice for Food Allergy Safety Chef Ming Tsai May 12, 2026 1781 In honor of Food Allergy Awareness Week, we’re stepping out of the clinic and into the heat of the kitchen. Chef Ming Tsai shares an insider’s look at restaurant safety protocols, food allergy legislation and practical strategies physicians need to help patients with food allergies navigate the world with confidence.Find out more about food allergies. 
From the Discovery of IgE to Modern Precision Care: Exploring a Career in Allergy/Immunology
From the Discovery of IgE to Modern Precision Care: Exploring a Career in Allergy/Immunology Apr 30, 2026 2416 In this episode, we discuss the remarkable evolution of allergy and immunology through the lens of a career spanning six decades. Past AAAAI President Phil Lieberman, MD, FAAAAI, explores the pivotal scientific breakthroughs in the field starting with the discovery of IgE as he started in practice and taking us through target therapy has changed the lives of his patients. Dr. Lieberman offers us b
Breathing in Change: Allergies, Asthma, Immunology and a Warming Planet
Breathing in Change: Allergies, Asthma, Immunology and a Warming Planet Apr 22, 2026 3251 Climate change is reshaping the landscape of allergy and immunology in ways that directly affect human health. In this episode, Jeffrey G. Demain, MD, FAAAAI, discusses how rising temperatures, shifting weather patterns and increased carbon dioxide levels are intensifying allergic diseases and altering immune responses worldwide.
From Mentorship to Impact: Advancing Education, Research and Advocacy in Allergy & Immunology
From Mentorship to Impact: Advancing Education, Research and Advocacy in Allergy & Immunology Mar 31, 2026 2110 AAAAI President Carla Davis, MD, FAAAAI, discusses her journey in allergy / immunology including key mentors and the initiatives in education, research and advocacy that she will be advancing over the next year. Learn how you can access education tailored to your interests through AAAAI Ignite and advocate for your patients through AAAAI Advocate.AAAAI Advocate
Alpha-Gal Syndrome: From Tick Bite to Anaphylaxis, Clinical Pearls and Unanswered Questions
Alpha-Gal Syndrome: From Tick Bite to Anaphylaxis, Clinical Pearls and Unanswered Questions Mar 17, 2026 2785 Alpha-gal syndrome has transformed our understanding of food allergy, linking tick bites to delayed anaphylaxis to mammalian meats. In this episode, we explore the epidemiology, immunologic mechanisms, diagnosis and management of alpha-gal syndrome with expert Scott Commins, MD, FAAAAI. Join us for practical clinical pearls and emerging insights into this unique disease.Continuing Medical Educatio
The Potential Role for GLP-1 Agonists in Asthma Treatment
The Potential Role for GLP-1 Agonists in Asthma Treatment Mar 3, 2026 2544 GLP-1 agonists have been blockbuster medications in diabetes and obesity but they may also have a surprising role in the treatment of asthma. Join the conversation as Katherine Cahill, MD, FAAAAI, discusses how GLP-1 agonists may improve asthma control and reduce airway inflammation.Find out more about asthma. 
Boosting our Vaccine Knowledge: Updates, Allergy and Special Populations
Boosting our Vaccine Knowledge: Updates, Allergy and Special Populations Feb 17, 2026 3143 Vaccines are a cornerstone of public health, training the immune system to prevent infectious diseases, especially in our most vulnerable patients. In this episode, John Kelso, MD, FAAAAI, reviews recent vaccine developments, including the importance of measles vaccination amid ongoing outbreaks, updates to vaccination schedules, considerations when using vaccines with biologics and evaluation of
Penicillin Allergy Evaluation and Advocacy: How policy can make a difference for our patients
Penicillin Allergy Evaluation and Advocacy: How policy can make a difference for our patients Feb 3, 2026 2102 Improving access to penicillin allergy evaluation for millions of older patients would lead to better antibiotic treatment, decreased surgical site infections and fewer cases of C. diff. The Penicillin Allergy Verification and Evaluation Act has the potential to do just this. Priya Bansal, MD, FAAAAI, and Allison Ramsey, MD, FAAAAI, share their valuable insight into the Act and how we can make adv

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