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About me

Dr Rutkowski is a consultant allergist renowned for his expertise in the field of allergy. His role at Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital, one of Europe's leading healthcare institutions, places him at the forefront of allergy clinical care, research, and education. Guy's Hospital Allergy Unit is affiliated with the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI) and the World Allergy Organisation.Dr Rutkowski offers extensive experience across all areas of allergy care including but not limited to:

-Anaphylaxis: a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction that requires immediate medical attention
-Food allergy
-Urticaria (hives) and angioedema (swelling): chronic and acute skin reactions that cause discomfort and distress
-Drug allergy: from antibiotics to local&general anaesthetics, latex and vaccine allergy
-Venom allergy (bee, wasp, and hornet)
-Allergic asthma (*recent respiratory review required).
-Hay fever, rhinitis/sinusitis, conjunctivitis

Dr Rutkowski offers:
- sublingual desensitisation (immunotherapy) to reduce allergic response to pollen, house dust mites, pets
- omalizumab (Xolair) for chronic urticaria.
- provocation/challenge tests for food and drug allergy

One of Dr Rutkowski's key contributions to the allergy community is his leadership in managing chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU). He leads the largest anti-IgE (omalizumab) service for CSU in the UK and specialises in providing cutting-edge treatments for those who suffer from this chronic and often debilitating skin condition.
Dr Rutkowski collaborates with dermatology specialists at St John's Institute of Dermatology to offer patients comprehensive care through the Difficult Urticaria Clinic. This unique clinic is the first of its kind in the UK, focusing on complex cases of urticaria that require multidisciplinary intervention. He is an active member of the EAACI Task Force on Paediatric Urticaria and contributes to the 2024 EAACI/GALEN International Urticaria Guidelines, ensuring that the latest evidence-based practices are followed in the treatment of urticaria.

Dr Rutkowski is a published author, particularly in the field of drug allergy, and is dedicated to advancing education in allergy/immunology. He regularly contributes to the training of MSc students, allergists, dermatologists, general practitioners, and physicians both nationally and internationally. He is involved in various professional organisations. He is the past president of the Clinical Immunology and Allergy Section of the Royal Society of Medicine. His memberships in the British Society for Allergy and Clinical Immunology, the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology place him at the heart of global allergy research and practice.

Dr Rutkowski's clinical practice is underpinned by a commitment to providing the highest quality of care to his patients. His multidisciplinary approach, coupled with his dedication to advancing research and education, ensures that his patients benefit from the latest advancements in allergy care. For those seeking expert advice on allergy management, particularly complex or chronic conditions, Dr Rutkowski offers a compassionate, evidence-based approach to treatment. His work is not only shaping the future of allergy care but also improving the quality of life for many individuals who live with allergies daily.

Areas of interest

anaphylaxis; food allergy; urticaria; hives; angioedema; swelling; omalizumab; anti IgE; Xolair; drug allergy; antibiotic allergy; vaccine allergy; NSAID allergy; latex allergy; general anaesthetic allergy; venom allergy; allergic asthma; hay fever; allergic and nonallergic rhinitis; sinusitis; conjunctivitis; sublingual desensitisation (immunotherapy); food provocation, challenge; drug provocation, challenge; allergy in confirmed mastocytosis; eosinophilic oesophagitis;

Dr Rutkowski DOES NOT manage: mast cell activation syndrome, gastrointestinal food intolerances, bloating/chronic diarrhoea, contact dermatitis to chemicals/metals/fragrances/hair dyes, histamine intolerance, alcohol intolerance.

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