Allergy Center of Excellence

Cutting edge diagnostics and treatments for children who have food allergies

We deliver evidence-based treatments in state of the art facilities which are backed up by highest safety standards

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Our Distinguished Heritage

The Allergy Centre of Excellence is dedicated to delivering personalised care tailored to each patient’s needs, all while maintaining the highest safety standards. Our clinic is supported by an elite team of the most experienced clinicians in the field. Founded by Professors Fox, Lack, and Du Toit, internationally recognised leaders in paediatric allergy, our centre is distinguished by groundbreaking research and unmatched clinical expertise.

  • Professor Adam Fox OBE

    Founding Director and
    Professor of Paediatric Allergy

  • Professor George Du Toit

    Founding Director and
    Professor of Paediatric Allergy

  • Professor Gideon Lack

    Founding Director and
    Professor of Paediatric Allergy

Meet Professor Lack

Founder and Lead Consultant

Gideon Lack is a trusted expert in allergy care, known around the world for his pioneering research. Alongside his role at the clinic, Professor Lack heads up the Children’s Allergy Service at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, one of the UK’s largest centres for paediatric allergy care and is Professor of Paediatric Allergy at King's College London. Whether you’re dealing with food allergies, eczema, or hay fever, you can feel confident knowing you’re in the best possible hands with one of the world’s leading specialists.

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Why Choose Us

At The Allergy Centre of Excellence, your child’s well-being is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing care that is not only patient-centred but also responsive to your unique needs.

Here’s why families trust us:

  • Unmatched Expertise: Our renowned clinicians are leaders in the paediatric allergy field, bringing a wealth of experience and knowledge to every patient.
  • Exceptional Care: We deliver outstanding quality of care, backed by the highest safety standards, ensuring your child is in the best hands.
  • Personalised Treatment: We create customised care pathways to suit your child’s specific needs, ensuring a treatment plan that works best for them.
  • Dedicated Support: From the moment you join us, our highly experienced clinicians are with you every step of the way, offering specialist guidance and support whenever you need it.
  • Safety First: Our centres of excellence prioritise safety above all, providing a secure environment and staffing
  • Reliable and Caring Team: Our administrative and clinical teams are not just professional but also genuinely care about your family’s experience, offering a reliable and responsive service at every stage of the journey.

Choosing us means choosing a partner in your child’s health—one that is committed to delivering excellence in every aspect of care.

Transparent Pricing

For singular allergen OIT, prices vary from £6,000-£9,400 per programme, depending on the allergen. If your child is suitable for Multi-OIT programmes, for 2 allergens pricing starts from £9,600. If your child is suitable for 3 allergens, the price is from £13,200. The packages include the following:

  • Amount of visits required to complete each allergen programme
  • Prescription costs for capsules where applicable
  • Access to our out of hours phone line for support / advice
  • Cost of facilities at one of our clinic venues, inclusive of additional treatment that may be required in the process e.g., management of allergic reactions
  • Costs of delivering the treatment such as consultant and specialist nursing time, administration and other staff and operating costs.
  • Payment plans available to help you spread the cost of payment – £300.00 administrative fee is applied to overall cost of programme

Assessment Fee: £450 (self-pay only)
Provides an expert, face-to-face assessment for children (up to 17) with a confirmed allergy diagnosis who haven’t yet been seen by one of our Allergy Professors or Consultants. Includes clinical review, skin prick testing and FeNO testing where needed.

If you proceed to full OIT at ACE:
• £150 credit applied toward your child’s OIT programme.
• OIT programmes at ACE start from £6,000.

How it works
Submit your child’s latest clinic letters and test results for review. If the clinical team determines OIT may be suitable, we’ll invite you in for the assessment.

Not included:
Blood testing (available at additional cost) and advice on unrelated health conditions.

Book: Call 020 3633 9851 or email office@oit.clinic.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Allergies can be perplexing, but we’re here to bring clarity.

Will OIT cure my food allergy?

How often do I have to take OIT?

How do I take OIT?

What side effects should I expect?

Do I have to keep my Epinephrine Auto-Injector (EpiPen)?

Can I do more than one course of OIT at the same time?

Can I take extra doses of allergen to speed up the process?

Will OIT treat any of my other food allergies?

Who should not have OIT?

If I am over 17, can I still start PALFORZIA?

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Paediatric Allergy Testing in the UK

At the Allergy Centre of Excellence, paediatric allergy testing in the UK is delivered as a specialist, consultant-led service focused on clarity and safety. Allergy testing for children in the UK begins with a detailed clinical assessment carried out by experienced paediatric allergy consultants. We ensure that testing is appropriate and meaningful for each child.

When clinically required, our testing routes may involve supervised oral meal challenges, specific IgE blood tests, and skin prick testing. The outcomes are never considered in a vacuum. Within our paediatric allergy testing in London, findings are interpreted alongside your child’s medical history, symptom patterns, and any coexisting conditions such as eczema or asthma.

All allergy testing for children in London takes place in well-equipped clinical locations with professional nursing support and emergency facilities. Our method focuses on identifying clinically significant allergies and providing families with precise, useful advice.

Allergy Immunotherapy in the UK

We provide allergy immunotherapy in the UK for children with confirmed food allergies, following a full clinical assessment by a qualified doctor. Every child is assessed on an individual basis before treatment is considered. Therapy is delivered under strict safety protocols and overseen by specialists with extensive experience in paediatric allergy care.

Oral immunotherapy is delivered through a clearly defined programme at our paediatric allergy clinic in the UK. This begins with carefully supervised dose escalation, followed by a structured up-dosing phase and a long-term maintenance plan. Families are supported at every stage, with clear guidance, scheduled clinical reviews, and direct access to specialist advice whenever it is needed.

Our service for allergy immunotherapy in London is led by senior consultants who focus on suitability, safety, and realistic outcomes. Treatment is only offered when it is clinically appropriate. This measured approach helps children progress with confidence and reassures parents that care is consistent, closely monitored, and led by experienced professionals.

Paediatric Allergy Consultant in the UK

Care at the Allergy Centre of Excellence is led by a paediatric allergy consultant in the UK with recognisedexpertise in childhood allergic disease. Consultant oversight ensures that every stage of care, from diagnosis to treatment planning and follow-up, is informed by specialist knowledge and current evidence.

As a paediatric allergy specialist in the UK, our dedication to helping children combat symptoms is second to none. Our seasoned consultants create tailored treatment strategies based on each child’s requirements, lifestyle, and medical history. Allergies may vary over time, and frequent consultations allow for safe adjustments to treatment as your child develops.

Families seeking a paediatric allergy consultant in London benefit from direct access to clinicians who work within a dedicated specialist service. This model supports continuity of care, clear communication, and decision-making that remains focused on long-term well-being.

Paediatric Allergy Services in London

Our paediatric allergy services in the UK provide a wide range of therapies, from initial assessment to long-term care. Our London-based service provides immunotherapy regimens, cutting-edge diagnostics, and continuing clinical care in specially designed facilities.

A visit to our paediatric allergy clinic in London includes access to specialist consultants, experienced nursing teams, and structured follow-up care. Our paediatric allergy services in London are designed to support families at every stage, while maintaining the highest safety and clinical governance standards.

Families receive consistent, consultant-led support from a dedicated team by choosing care from a paediatric allergy specialist in London. Through well-established protocols and personalised care pathways, our paediatric allergy services in the UK are focused on delivering safe, reliable, and specialist allergy care for children.

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Get in touch

If you have any questions, want to learn more about our treatments, or wish to schedule an initial consultation to see if your child is suitable, please contact us.

Simply call us on:
020 3633 9851

Or send us an email to:
office@oit.clinic

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