Dartmouth Student Health Service offers a Penicillin Allergy Delabeling Program, tailored to meet the unique needs of our student community. Recognizing the potential for misdiagnosed penicillin allergies, our program is dedicated to reassessing and accurately diagnosing your allergy status, ensuring optimal healthcare outcomes right here on campus.
Why Penicillin Allergy Delabeling Matters
- Improved Treatment Choices: Correct allergy identification allows for more effective antibiotic prescriptions.
- Reducing Antibiotic Resistance: Accurate diagnosis helps in combating global antibiotic resistance.
- Quality Healthcare at Your Convenience: Our program follows the latest medical research and practices.
Read more about penicillin allergy delabeling here
Our Delabeling Process
1. Initial Consultation: Start with a comprehensive consultation at Dick's House to review your medical history and any past allergic reactions.
2. Risk Assessment: We use research-validated tools to evaluate your suitability for penicillin allergy testing. For more information on the safety of such testing in a primary care setting, read more here.
3. On-Campus Testing for Low-Risk Individuals: Low-risk students undergo a medically supervised oral penicillin challenge at Dick's House, conveniently located on campus
4. Specialized Referrals for Higher Risk Cases: Students with a higher risk profile receive support in getting referrals to the DHMC Allergy Clinic for further testing.
5. Follow-Up Care: We offer thorough post-testing support, including medical record updates and advice on antibiotic use.
Safety and Accessibility
Your safety is our utmost concern. Testing is performed in a controlled setting with immediate medical support. Enjoy the convenience of on-campus testing at Dick's House.
Get in Touch
To book your consultation, you may schedule a "Penicillin Delabeling" appointment in Banner, or contact the DSHS Allergy Clinic scheduling staff at 603-646-9401.
Questions? See the FAQ
Dartmouth Student Health Service at Dick's House is committed to your health and academic success.
