Overview
Dr. Dispenza evaluates and treats adults at the Johns Hopkins Asthma & Allergy Center located on the Bayview campus. Her clinical interests include mastocytosis and anaphylaxis. She is an active member of the American Initiative in Mast Cell Diseases. Additionally, as co-director for the Johns Hopkins Center for Anaphylaxis and Drug Hypersensitivity, her research focuses on IgE-mediated mechanisms of allergies and novel strategies for the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of anaphylaxis.
Dr. Dispenza is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Anaphylaxis, Hives, Hereditary Alpha-Tryptasemia, and Papular Urticaria.
Dr. Dispenza is board certified in American Board Of Allergy And Immunology and American Board Of Internal Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 25 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.
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5501 Hopkins Bayview Circle, Allergy & Asthma Center, 2nd Floor, Allergy & Asthma Center, 2nd Floor, Baltimore, MD 21224
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Asthma Allergy And Sinus Center
Sudhir Sekhsaria is an Allergy and Immunologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Sekhsaria is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Allergic Rhinitis, Sinusitis, Grass Allergy, and Hives.
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
Dr. Saini joined faculty of the Division of Allergy & Clinical Immunology immediately following his fellowship in 1997. He has served as the principal investigator and co-investigator for basic and translational studies examining the role of IgE receptor expression and activation in allergic airways disease, anaphylaxis, and chronic urticaria. His research has been supported by the NIH, American Lung Association, and the AAAAI. He is the Program Director for our allergy and immunology fellowship program since 2008. Dr. Saini is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU), Hives, Angioedema, and Acute Eosinophilic Pneumonia. Dr. Saini is board certified in American Board Of Allergy And Immunology.
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
Eric Oliver, M.D. joined the Division of Allergy and Clinical Immunology as an instructor of medicine in July 2015. Dr. Oliver was born and raised in South Carolina and graduated from Duke University as dual major in biology and religion and a music minor. He earned his M.D. from the University of South Carolina and completed his residency in internal medicine and pediatrics from The Ohio State University. He completed his fellowship in allergy and immunology at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Oliver evaluates and treats infants, children, and adults at the Johns Hopkins Asthma & Allergy Center located on the Bayview campus. His clinical interests include allergic disorders of the skin and airway, hives (urticaria), food allergy, anaphylaxis, immunotherapy, aspirin desensitization, and novel therapeutics. His research efforts focus on elucidating the mechanisms for cell activation and recruitment in allergic skin disorders. Dr. Oliver is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU), Hives, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), and Asthma. Dr. Oliver is board certified in American Board Of Allergy And Immunology.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Melanie Dispenza
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Melanie Dispenza?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Melanie Dispenza by calling their office at 410-550-2300. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Melanie Dispenza a top-rated expert for Anaphylaxis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Melanie Dispenza is classified as an Advanced expert for Anaphylaxis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Melanie Dispenza specialize in?
While Dr. Melanie Dispenza is a Allergy and Immunology, they have specific expertise in Anaphylaxis, Hives, and Hereditary Alpha-Tryptasemia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Allergy and Immunology.
Does Dr. Melanie Dispenza participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Melanie Dispenza has published 25 articles and abstracts on conditions like Anaphylaxis. You can view a list of Dr. Melanie Dispenza's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Melanie Dispenza accept my insurance?
Dr. Melanie Dispenza accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Capital Blue Cross. We recommend calling the office directly at 410-550-2300 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- AnaphylaxisDr. Dispenza isAdvanced. Learn about Anaphylaxis.
- Hereditary Alpha-TryptasemiaDr. Dispenza isAdvanced. Learn about Hereditary Alpha-Tryptasemia.
- HivesDr. Dispenza isAdvanced. Learn about Hives.
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- AsthmaDr. Dispenza isExperienced. Learn about Asthma.
- Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU)Dr. Dispenza isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU).
- Hypereosinophilic SyndromeDr. Dispenza isExperienced. Learn about Hypereosinophilic Syndrome.
- Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS)Dr. Dispenza isExperienced. Learn about Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS).
- Papular UrticariaDr. Dispenza isExperienced. Learn about Papular Urticaria.
- Urticaria PigmentosaDr. Dispenza isExperienced. Learn about Urticaria Pigmentosa.