Diploma in Pediatric Allergy & Asthma (DPAA)

Venue: Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Rajinder Nagar, New Delhi

The Diploma in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma (DPAA) is India’s premier one-year blended learning program dedicated to the comprehensive training of physicians in the diagnosis and management of allergic disorders, asthma, and related respiratory diseases in children. Conducted by the Ganga Ram Institute for Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (GRIPMER) at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in collaboration with International Asthma Services (IAS) and endorsed by the Center for Global Health, University of Colorado, DPAA offers a unique opportunity to gain structured, internationally aligned education in one of the fastest-growing specialties in medicine.

Why DPAA?

Allergic diseases are increasing at an unprecedented rate worldwide. Asthma, allergic rhinitis, eczema, food allergy, drug allergy, urticaria, and anaphylaxis are now common conditions encountered by pediatricians, physicians, pulmonologists, and ENT specialists. Despite this growing burden, formal structured training in allergy remains limited in India.

DPAA was designed to bridge this gap by providing practical, evidence-based, and clinically relevant training that empowers doctors to confidently manage allergic disorders in day-to-day practice.

Program Highlights

• India’s first structured diploma program in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma
• One-year blended learning format
• Three onsite contact sessions in New Delhi
• Two interactive virtual contact sessions
• International and national faculty
• Hands-on training in allergy diagnostics and immunotherapy
• Case-based discussions and journal presentations
• Research-oriented curriculum
• Final certification jointly awarded by GRIPMER, India and IAS, USA
• Gold Medal and Proficiency Awards for outstanding candidates

Who Should Apply?

DPAA is ideal for doctors who wish to develop specialized expertise in allergy and asthma care, including:

• Pediatricians
• Pulmonologists and Chest Physicians
• General Physicians
• ENT Specialists
• International candidates with equivalent qualifications

Eligible candidates should hold MD, DNB, or Diploma qualifications in the relevant specialties.

Learning Experience

The curriculum combines foundational science with advanced clinical applications, including:

• Allergy-focused history taking and clinical examination
• Skin prick testing and patch testing
• In vitro allergen-specific IgE testing
• Molecular diagnostics (Component Resolved Diagnostics)
• Food and drug challenge testing
• Pulmonary function testing and FeNO
• Allergen immunotherapy (subcutaneous and sublingual)
• Management of asthma, rhinitis, eczema, urticaria, and anaphylaxis
• Sleep disorders and respiratory diagnostics
• Research methodology and journal appraisal

State-of-the-Art Clinical Exposure

Participants are trained in a World Allergy Organization Centre of Excellence at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, with exposure to advanced facilities including:

• Skin prick testing
• Component resolved diagnostics
• Immunotherapy
• Nasal endoscopy
• Rhinometry & Rhinomanometry
• Impulse oscillometry
• Sleep studies
• Tryptase estimation and other specialized investigations

Program Structure

The course spans one year and includes five structured contact sessions (CS):

• CS-1: January (Physical – 5 days)
• CS-2: April (Virtual – 4 days)
• CS-3: July (Physical – 3 days)
• CS-4: September (Virtual – 4 days)
• CS-5: December (Physical – 4 days, revision and exit examination)

Assessment and Certification

Selection is based on:

• DPAA Objective Entrance Test (OET) – 80% weightage
• Application and Academic Profile Review – 20% weightage

Successful candidates must complete assignments, presentations, and a comprehensive final examination. Those who qualify are awarded the prestigious Diploma in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma (DPAA) during the convocation ceremony.

Distinguished Leadership

The program is led by Dr. Neeraj Gupta, an internationally recognized pediatric allergist, intensivist, and sleep specialist, along with eminent mentors including Dr. P. K. Vedanthan, Dr. Vinay Mehta, Dr. Anil Sachdev, Dr. Suresh Gupta and Dr. Dhiren Gupta.

Global Alumni Network

Over the years, DPAA has built a vibrant community of specialists from India and abroad who are now leading allergy clinics, academic initiatives, and research projects in their respective institutions.

Admission Process for January Batch Start

• Last Date to Apply: Preceding 31^stJuly (5:00 PM IST)
• Objective Entrance Test (Online): 2^nd week August
• Course Commences: January

Course Fee

• Indian Candidates: INR 1,75,000 (inclusive of GST)
• International Candidates: USD 3,500

Transform Your Practice

DPAA is more than a diploma—it is a transformative academic journey that equips clinicians with cutting-edge knowledge, practical skills, and global perspectives to deliver world-class allergy and asthma care.

Whether you aspire to establish an allergy clinic, enhance your current practice, or contribute to research and education, DPAA provides the ideal platform to become a leader in this rapidly evolving specialty.

Apply Now

Applications for the DPAA are now open.

Visit: https://www.pacesgrh.com/event/diploma-in-pediatric-allergy-and-asthma-DPAA

Join the DPAA family and become part of a growing global network committed to advancing pediatric allergy and asthma care.