In today’s healthcare environment, patients face a growing “treatment burden.” Between daily medications, frequent office visits, and complex regimens, the demands of managing chronic conditions can feel overwhelming. As physicians, we have the opportunity, and responsibility to lighten that load by intentionally choosing treatments that are both effective and easy for patients to complete.
One powerful example comes from the field of allergy and immunology: ILIT™. Unlike traditional allergy shots, which may require years of ongoing clinic visits, ILIT offers patients a faster, more convenient path toward long-term relief. Delivered by specially trained, ILIT-certified allergists—like the trio behind Allergy Actually and members of the Auni ILIT Learning Network this approach condenses years of treatment into just a handful of injections over a short period of time.
When physicians adopt innovations like ILIT, they do more than treat symptoms they honor their patients’ time, energy, and quality of life. By thoughtfully selecting treatments that fit into patients’ lives, rather than adding to their stress, we can improve adherence, outcomes, and overall satisfaction.
At its core, reducing treatment burden isn’t just about convenience. It’s about restoring freedom to patients who want to live their lives without their health holding them back. ILIT is just one example of how physicians can lead the way in making healthcare lighter, faster, and more effective for the people who need it most.
We’re delighted to share insights from Dr. Amber Patterson, MD, FAAAAI, FACAAI, a board-certified allergist and immunologist dedicated to easing the treatment burden for patients. With her extensive clinical experience, she champions innovative care models that make therapies more efficient, effective, and patient-friendly.
Dr. Patterson is a pioneering expert in Intralymphatic Immunotherapy (ILIT™) and allergy care. She received her medical degree from the University of Toledo College of Medicine and Medical Center and completed her residency there, before pursuing a fellowship at The Ohio State University. Wexner Medical Center and Nationwide Children's Hospital. She has published multiple research papers in peer-reviewed journals and holds both U.S. and international patents in allergy and immunology.
As a ModuleMD user, Dr. Patterson integrates technology and evidence-based approaches into her practice, empowering patients to achieve better outcomes with less complexity.
Dr. Patterson is a co-host of Allergy Actually, a trusted platform she runs with fellow allergists to provide science-based, practical allergy education. Through the Allergy Actually blog and YouTube channel, she helps patients and physicians alike navigate allergy care with clear, relatable guidance.
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