Theodore Chu, Allergist and Immunologist
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Theodore Chu

Allergist and Immunologist

2500 Hospital Drive Bldg 14B Mountain View CA, 94040
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Dr. Theodore Chu practices Allergy and Immunology care in Mountain View, CA. Dr. Chu specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of asthma and other allergic diseases. Allergist-Immunologists are trained and certified to treat each patients sensitivity and response to allergens of varying severity. Dr. Chu provides several means of testing and treatment to increase immunity to potentially harmful substances.

Education and Training

Yale University School of Medicine MD 1963

Board Certification

American Board of Allergy and Immunology

Provider Details

Male English
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Theodore Chu's Expert Contributions
  • Can dog hair cause allergy for my toddler?

    Yes, Dog hair can cause a problem for your toddler. Skin testing to dog will help a bit. If positive, he is more likely to have a problem on exposure to dogs and dog hair. If negative, he might be OK but could become allergic later. If one or both parents have allergies it makes it more likely that your toddler will have a problem, also. There is no way to predict for sure how much problem he will have. Dr. Chu READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

Allergy and Asthma

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Adjunct Clin Asst. Professor Stanford University School of Medicine 2008 - 2018

Professional Memberships

  • CMA  
  • SCCMA  

Theodore Chu's Practice location

2500 Hospital Drive Bldg 14B -
Mountain View, CA 94040
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