Introduction

The Jaffe Food Allergy Institute was established in 1997 by an endowment gift from the Jaffe Family Foundation. The mission of the Institute is to expand and improve basic science and clinical research, comprehensive patient care, and educational efforts in the field of food allergy. The Institute is directed by Hugh A. Sampson, M.D., internationally recognized allergist and investigator of food allergy. The Institute:

• conducts basic science and clinical research activities related to food allergic disorders;
• provides comprehensive clinical care for food allergy patients;
• conducts educational programs related to food allergic disorders for physicians, other health care professionals, patients, families, and the general public; and,
• develops or collaborates on additional programs including publications, symposia, patient education programs, and curriculum development and testing for health care professionals including nurses, primary care physicians, and allergists.

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Division Chief

Hugh A. Sampson, M.D.