Dr. Christina Swanson, MD, PhD


Physician
Allergy

Specialty

Pediatric Allergy


Baker Allergy Asthma & Dermatology
9495 SW Locust Street
Suite A
Portland, Oregon 97223
For an appointment, call (503) 636-9011
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Christina Swanson, MD, PhD

Dr. Swanson specializes in adult and pediatric allergy immunology. She has particular expertise in diagnosing and treating allergic conditions that affect children, including food allergies (egg, peanut, wheat allergy), atopic dermatitis and astham.

About Dr. Christina Swanson, MD, PhD

Cristina Swanson, MD, PhD, is a board-certified allergist providing care to patients in the Portland metropolitain area at Baker Allergy & Dermatology.

Patient Education Resources

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Education & Training

Dr. Swanson, a native of Portland, received her medical degree (MD) and and doctorate degree (PhD) in Immunology from the University of Colorado. She completed her pediatric residency at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) and her Fellowship in Allergy & Immunology at the University of Washington.

Baker Allergy Asthma & Dermatology

Located in Portland, Oregon, the husband and wife team of Drs. James W. and Diane R. Baker have been treating both adults and children for allergy (including food allergies), asthma, immunology, and dermatology disorders/conditions throughout the greater Portland area for over 40 years.

Dr. James W. Baker’s years of practice in the areas of allergy, asthma, and immunology, contribute to his unique ability to diagnose and manage the individual needs of his patients. Dr. Baker also specializes in the treatment of peanut allergies through various food allergies.

An acknowledged leader in the field of dermatology, Dr. Diane R. Baker offers services in general dermatology, dermatological surgery, and cosmetic dermatology. Her thirty-nine years of combined practice and experience help her patients look and feel their best!

Drs. James and Diane Baker have assembled an experienced, skilled, and compassionate staff to work together as a team in accomplishing their goals of providing excellent/outstanding care for allergy, asthma, immunology, and dermatology.