Dr. Christina E. Ciaccio

We are proud to spotlight Dr. Christina E. Ciaccio, MD, a distinguished allergist-immunologist based in Chicago, Illinois. With over 22 years of experience, Dr. Ciaccio provides compassionate care for both children and adults, specializing in food and environmental allergies, allergic rhinitis, urticaria, angioedema, allergic rashes, and asthma.

Why Dr. Ciaccio?

• Patient-Centric Approach: Dr. Ciaccio strongly believes in educating patients and their families, actively involving them in the care process. Her attentive listening ensures that patients feel heard and understood.
• Clinical Expertise: As an Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Medicine at UChicago Medicine, Dr. Ciaccio leads the sections of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology, as well as Pediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine. Her expertise extends to understanding how nutrition (prebiotics) and microbial exposures (probiotics) impact IgE sensitization.
• Research and Awards: Dr. Ciaccio collaborates with experts like Cathryn Nagler, PhD, and Raoul Wolf, MD, in building a translational research program. She received the Young Faculty Award from the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology in 2011 and the Paul Henson Clinical Scholar Award for research in immunology and inflammation in 2013.
• Affiliations: Dr. Ciaccio is affiliated with the Greater Kansas City Allergy Society and serves as an advocate for preventive care strategies.