Nadia Bhandari, MD

Nadia Bhandari, M.D., is a board-certified pediatric and adult allergist and immunologist, treating conditions such as Food Allergy, Asthma, Atopic Dermatitis, Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria, Allergic Rhinitis (seasonal allergies), and Mast cell disorders.

Dr. Bhandari’s research focuses on the role of environmental exposures in shaping the skin and gut microbiome and their contribution to the development of atopic disease. She is currently conducting ongoing research in Mali examining these relationships in a global health context. She has a strong interest in global health, health equity, and allergy research in resource-limited settings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What medical or health care topics are you most passionate about sharing with the community?

I am passionate about the topics of Oral Immunotherapy, Inborn Errors of Immunity, Food Allergy, Seasonal Allergies, Asthma, Atopic Dermatitis, and Contact Dermatitis.

What health and wellness advice, related to your specialty, do you often share with patients to maintain their health?

I often share dietary considerations to improve gut microbiome health and reduce environmental exposures to chemicals and volatile organic compounds associated with allergic diseases and atopic dermatitis.

When should I or my child see an allergist and immunologist?

You should consider a visit if you or your child experiences chronic or recurrent symptoms that might be allergy-related. This includes frequent sneezing, a constant runny nose, itchy eyes, skin rashes like eczema, or hives. If you or your child has asthma that isn't well controlled, adverse reactions to foods, medications, or insect stings, or frequent infections that could signal an immune system problem, a specialist consultation is recommended.

What are the most common conditions you treat?

In my practice, I most commonly treat environmental allergies (hay fever), asthma, and food allergies. I also frequently manage skin conditions like eczema and hives, as well as recurrent sinus or ear infections. Additionally, I diagnose and treat primary immunodeficiency diseases, which are genetic disorders that impair the body's ability to fight infections.