Dr. David Elkayam, MD
Pediatric Allergy
Suite 180
Bellingham, Washington 98225
Medical Expertise of Dr. David Elkayam, MD
Dr. David Elkayam is a board-certified Bellingham allergist and pediatrician providing care to patients of all ages for a wide range of allergic and immunologic conditions, including hay fever, asthma, eczema (atopic dermatitis) and food allergies.
Dr. Elkayam has particular clinical interested in the treatment of asthma, chronic sinusitis, immune deficiencies, chronic cough and cough hypersensitivity syndrome.
About Dr. David Elkayam, MD
Dr. Elkayam is actively engaged in clinical research and serves as a site for many pivotal clinical research trials.
Patient Education Resources
EpiPens do have an expiration date, and it is important to replace them before they expire. The expiration date can be found on the packaging and the device itself.An expired EpiPen® may not work ...
If eating eggplant causes itching in your mouth, it is possible that you have an allergic reaction to it. Food allergies are caused by an abnormal response of the immune system to certain proteins fou...
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
It's important for those with asthma to have an asthma action plan.An asthma action plan is a written document that outlines specific steps for managing asthma symptoms and preventing asthma attac...
The term "hypoallergenic" is often used to describe dogs that are less likely to cause an allergic reaction in people. However, there is no such thing as a completely hypoallergenic dog, as ...
Education & Training
Dr. Elkayam is board certified in Pediatrics and Allergy and Immunology. He received his medical degree from Mt. Sinai School of Medicine in New York. He then completed his residency training in Pediatrics at the University of Colorado and Denver Children’s Hospital, where he served as Chief Resident. This training was followed by an Allergy and Immunology fellowship at National Jewish Hospital.
Professional Affiliations
Bellingham Asthma, Allergy & Immunology Clinic
At Bellingham Asthma, Allergy & Immunology Clinic, we have been providing individualized care to Northwest Washington since 1988. Our mission is simple: partner with our patients to provide exceptional and compassionate care using modern diagnostic tools and proven therapies.
Allergy Immunotherapy (Shots)
For over 100 years, allergy shots have provided long-lasting, and in many cases, medication-free relief from allergy and allergic asthma symptoms. At Bellingham Asthma & Allergy, we offer a comprehensive allergy shot program for environmental and venom allergies.
Specialty (Biologic) Medications
Advances in medicine have led to the development of highly targeted therapies known as "biologics" for certain conditions including asthma, chronic urticaria (hives), severe eczema and nasal polyps. These are offered at Bellingham Asthma & Allergy both by injection and IV infusion depending on the medication.
Food Desensitization / Oral Immunotherapy
Though there is no cure for food allergy, oral immunotherapy (OIT) offers the possibility of reducing the risk of a severe reaction should a patient accidentally eat their allergic food. Bellingham Asthma & Allergy offers the only OIT program in Whatcom county, offering desensitization to peanut and tree nuts.
Immunoglobulin Replacement (IVIG/SCIG)
For patients with impaired immune systems, it may be possible to replace or supplement one's IgG antibodies with that from donors. Bellingham Asthma & Allergy offers a comprehensive infusion center to infuse both intravenous (IVIG) and subcutaneous (SCIG) immunoglobulin.