Author Dr José Maia e Costa

Dr José Maia e Costa

Dr Costa is a Consultant Paediatrician and fellow of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health. He has over 14 years' experience in Paediatrics and over 7 years in Paediatric Allergy. Currently, he leads the Paediatric Allergy Services at University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire. He has recently been appointed to become an Honorary Clinical Lecturer in Allergy at Warwick Medical School. Dr Costa is proud to hold two post-graduate certificates; the first is in Paediatric Allergy, from Instituto de Ciências da Saúde da Universidade Católica in Lisbon/Portugal and the second is a qualification in Allergy, undertaken at the Imperial College in London. Dr Costa also speaks fluent French and Portuguese. Dr Costa runs several allergy clinics in both Coventry, Rugby and Leamington Spa - focusing on the diagnosis and management of Food Allergy, Hayfever, Allergic Rhinitis, Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria and Angioedema, Eczema and Asthma. He's also a member of the Royal College Of Paediatrics and Child Health and the British Society of Allergy and Clinical Immunology. His main focus of interest in Allergy is in immunotherapy and desensitization, mainly to house dust mites and pollens - both sublingual and subcutaneous. José is the co-author of a study titled “Increase in Multiple Nut Reactivity with Increasing Age is Not an Artefact of Incomplete Allergy Testing”, which explored the introduction of nuts into the an infant/child's diet. This research found that not introducing nuts that children are not allergic to, will increase their risk of developing allergy to those nuts later in life. Outside of the clinic, Dr Costa has a keen interest in researching and teaching paediatric allergies, and is currently researching diagnostic tools for non-IgE mediated food allergies.

Consultant Paediatrician On How To Wean A Baby With Reflux

Dr José Maia e Costa

11 May, 2021

Expert, Parenting, Baby

Consultant Paediatrician in Allergy, José Maia e Costa shares his expert advice on weaning a baby with reflux.

Everything You Need To Know About Egg Allergies In Babies & Children

Dr José Maia e Costa

23 November, 2020

Expert, Parenting, Baby, Kids, Baby & Toddler

When it comes to allergies in children, and due to the nature of baby's weaning, egg sits almost at par with cow’s milk as being the most prevalent form of allergy. This is closely followed by a peanut allergy.

UK Family Days Out: Where To Book This Summer

Making Parenting Easier… The Best Travel Strollers For Summer

Your Ultimate Guide To Breastfeeding In The Summer Heat

Best 360 Car Seats For Babies And Toddlers

The Best Fitness Classes For Pregnant Women In London

Dressing Your Bump: The Ultimate Capsule Wardrobe For Summer

Everything You Need To Know About Sciatica In Pregnancy

Ten Things Nobody Tells You About Giving Birth

How To Ensure Your Baby Sleeps Safely To Reduce The Risk Of SIDS

Making Parenting Easier… The Best Travel Strollers For Summer

Best 360 Car Seats For Babies And Toddlers

Introducing RyRy Scallop: The World’s First Premium Compact Toddler Car Seat

UK Family Days Out: Where To Book This Summer

Shop The Best Sunglasses For Kids

Best Toys For Outdoor Toys & Games For Summer Fun In The Garden

Best Non-Toxic Cleaning Products For Your Family Home

Organic Baby & Toddler Bedding: Better For Children, Better For The Planet

Shop The Best Sunglasses For Kids

Best Non-Toxic Cleaning Products For Your Family Home

The Best Outdoor Toys For The Garden This Summer

Dr José Maia e Costa

Consultant Paediatrician On How To Wean A Baby With Reflux

Everything You Need To Know About Egg Allergies In Babies & Children