Professor Gideon Lack is a highly esteemed Consultant Paediatric Allergist at Guy’s and St Thomas’ Foundation Trust and a Professor of Paediatric Allergy at King’s College London. With a career spanning several decades, Professor Lack has made significant contributions to the field of paediatric allergy and immunology.

Professor Lack graduated in Medicine from Oxford University in 1985. He then pursued specialist paediatric training in New York, followed by further specialization in Paediatric and Adult Allergy in Denver, Colorado. His extensive training has equipped him with a profound understanding of both paediatric and adult allergy conditions.

After completing his paediatric training, Professor Lack served as the Lead for the Department of Paediatric Allergy and Immunology at St Mary’s Hospital in London for 12 years. In 2005, he joined Imperial College London, and a year later, he began his tenure at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust. His roles at these prestigious institutions have solidified his reputation as a leading expert in his field.

Professor Lack’s primary areas of expertise include asthma, peanut and food allergies, anaphylaxis, and desensitizing vaccines. He is deeply involved in research, focusing on these critical areas to improve patient outcomes and advance medical knowledge. His work in allergen desensitisation and immunotherapy has been particularly influential.

Professor Lack is proficient in diagnosing and treating a wide range of allergic conditions. These include:

- Allergen desensitisation
- Allergy blood tests
- Allergy shots (immunotherapy)
- Allergic rhinitis (hayfever)
- Food allergies
- Drug allergies
- Insect or bee sting allergies
- Asthma
- Eczema (atopic dermatitis)

Since his appointment at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust in 2006, Professor Lack has been dedicated to providing exceptional care to his patients. His commitment to research and education continues to drive advancements in paediatric allergy and immunology.

Professor Gideon Lack’s extensive experience, combined with his passion for research and patient care, makes him a distinguished figure in the field of paediatric allergy. His work not only benefits his patients but also contributes significantly to the broader medical community.