Oral Immunotherapy for Treatment of Food Allergy: 2023 Update

Oral Immunotherapy for Treatment of Food Allergy: 2023 Update is organized by American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI).

Course opens: July 10, 2023
Course expires: July 10, 2025

Overview:
This is an interactive course that provides information about the different types of food immunotherapy, with a focus on oral immunotherapy (OIT). We will review the history of OIT and examine the current evidence supporting OIT's use. We also will discuss the FDA-approved peanut oral immunotherapy product and the importance of shared decision making with patients and families to identify which patients might benefit most from this therapy.  This course also highlights the risks and limitations associated with OIT. 

Learning objectives:
Upon completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
• Apply your understanding of benefits and limitations of food allergy testing to determine which patients qualify for oral food challenge vs. oral immunotherapy (OIT) 
• Demonstrate understanding of the currently understood immunologic mechanisms and protocols of OIT 
• Identify the benefits and limitations associated with OIT and the importance of shared decision making 
• Review the prescribing information and risk mitigation strategies for the first FDA-approved peanut OIT drug