Dr. Alanna Chomyn, MD, FRCPC

 

Allergist and Clinical Immunologist

 

Dr. Chomyn is excited to be joining Vancouver Pediatric and Allergy Centre in July 2021. As a Pediatric Allergist and Clinical Immunologist, her areas of interest include the diagnosis and management of inborn errors of immunity, food allergies, asthma, eczema, allergic rhinitis, hives, insect allergies, and medication allergies in infants through young adults. Dr. Chomyn offers a full-service Pediatric Allergy and Immunology practice including performing food challenges, and providing immunotherapy for food, venom, and environmental allergies.

 

Born and raised in Edmonton, Alberta, Dr. Chomyn completed medical school at the University of Alberta. She then went on to complete her residency in Pediatrics and fellowship in Pediatric Allergy and Clinical Immunology at the University of British Columbia, primarily based out of BC Children’s Hospital. 

 

When not at work, Dr. Chomyn enjoys hiking, gardening, and spending time with her family, friends, and golden retriever, Hazel.  

 

Dr. Chomyn strives to provide accessible, equitable, and inclusive care. Please let her know how she can best meet the needs of your child and family. 

 

PROFESSIONAL APPOINTMENTS & MEMBERSHIPS

Allergist and Clinical Immunologist and Royal College Certified Pediatrician 

Member of the BC and Canadian Medical Associations 

Licensed by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC 

Member of the Canadian Society of Allergy and Clinical Immunology

Member of the BC Society of Allergy and Immunology 

Member of the American Association of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology 

Certified in Pediatric Advanced Life Support

 

 

Dr. Elliot James, MD, FRCPC

 

Allergist and Clinical Immunologist

 

Dr. Elliot James is a Royal College certified pediatric allergist and clinical immunologist who accepts referrals for pediatric patients from all over British Columbia and the Yukon. Originally from Regina, Saskatchewan, she completed her undergraduate medical degree and specialty training in Pediatrics at the University of Saskatchewan. She completed her subspecialty training in Allergy & Clinical Immunology at the University of British Columbia. 

 

Dr. James’ areas of interest include the diagnosis and management of food allergy, oral immunotherapy, eczema and inborn errors of immunity. She provides consultation for a diverse range of clinical presentations including food/environmental/drug/venom/vaccine allergy, eczema, asthma and urticaria (hives). Dr. James provides comprehensive allergy care to her patients including food challenges and immunotherapy for food, venom, and aeroallergens. She takes pride in providing the best possible care by getting to know her patients and their families and advocating for them. 

 

In addition to working at Vancouver Pediatric and Allergy Centre (VPAC), Dr. James works as a pediatric immunologist at BC Children’s Hospital in the Division of Immunology. 

 

In her spare time, she enjoys travelling, the outdoors, sporting events and spending time with her husband and son. 

 

PROFESSIONAL APPOINTMENTS & MEMBERSHIPS

Clinical Immunologist, Division of Immunology, BC Children’s Hospital

Clinical Instructor, Department of Pediatrics, University of British Columbia

Member of the Canadian Society of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (CSACI)

Member of the Clinical Immunology Society (CIS)

Member of the Clinical Immunology Network of Canada (CINC)

Member of the BC Society of Allergy and Immunology (BCSAI)

Member of the BC Medical Association (Doctors of BC)