Peter Baum M.D.

Allergist/Immunologist - Board Certified

Dr. Baum completed his residency at the University of Illinois and a Fellowship at the Max Samter Institute of Allergy & Immunology in Chicago. He is Board Certified in Allergy/Asthma/Immunology and recertified in 1997 and 2006. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology.

His practice concentrates on the evaluation and treatment of bronchial asthma, sinusitis, and allergic conditions such as hay fever, eczema and hives. Medication allergies and drug interactions are becoming more important clinically, than in the past.

From 1997-1998 he served as the Chief of Staff at Kishwaukee Community Hospital and was also the Medical Director of Respiratory Therapy. He is presently on the staff at Kishwaukee Community Hospital, Ottawa Community Hospital, Illinois Valley Community Hospital, and St. Margaret’s Hospital in Spring Valley. Dr. Baum is married and has two beautiful daughters and has been living in DeKalb for over 22 years. His hobbies are music and playing trombone with other community musicians.

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DeKalb Clinic
Allergy/Asthma/Immunology
815 758-8671, Ext. 4200
www.dekalbclinic.com

According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, one in six Americans suffer from allergic disease. Many people don’t realize they have treatment options and allergic disease can be managed.

There are several allergic diseases. They are categorized by the allergen which causes the symptoms (animal dander) or by the symptoms as in Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever). Allergic disease can affect a part of or the entire body.

Common Allergens & Asthma Triggers:
Pollen, Medications, Mold Spores Insect Bites/Stings, Dust Mites, Air Pollutants/Fumes, Animal Dander, Household Chemicals, Feathers, Viruses, Foods

Unfortunately, there is an increasing prevalence of bronchial asthma - a leading cause of school and work absences. I have spoken extensively on the topic to groups such as the American Lung Association and Allergy and Asthma Network/Mothers of Asthmatics, Inc. to combat this alarming trend.

To receive proper treatment, it is important for patients to seek treatment from specialists intensively trained in allergy/asthma/immunology. An accurate diagnosis is essential to determine the appropriate, individualized treatment necessary.