Dr Daniela Diacono

Dr Daniela Diacono is a Consultant Paediatrician who specialises in Paediatric Allergy. Dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to infants, children, and young people, Dr Diacono works closely with families to diagnose and manage a comprehensive array of childhood allergic conditions. Her reassuring, child-centred approach ensures that young patients and their parents feel supported and understood throughout every stage of assessment and treatment.

In her clinical practice, Dr Diacono offers expert diagnostic evaluation and long-term care for complex food allergies, chronic urticaria, allergic rhinitis, atopic dermatitis, latex allergy, and severe allergic reactions such as anaphylaxis. She also possesses clinical expertise in evaluating drug allergies, general anaesthetic sensitivities, and insect venom reactions. Dr Diacono routinely carries out diagnostic procedures, including skin prick testing, blood component testing, and supervised food and medication challenges, alongside providing targeted allergen immunotherapy.

Dr Diacono earned her primary medical degree before completing higher postgraduate specialist training in Paediatrics. She holds Membership of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (MRCPCH) and is fully registered on the General Medical Council Specialist Register. Beyond her direct clinical work, Dr Diacono is actively involved in clinical research and professional medical education, presenting at national study days and contributing to published research on topics such as adrenaline auto-injector administration and drug allergy delabelling. She maintains active professional involvement with leading bodies, including the British Society for Allergy and Clinical Immunology.

Recognising the profound impact that allergic conditions can have on daily home and school life, Dr Diacono focuses on empowering families through personalised guidance. She provides clear allergy management plans, hands-on adrenaline auto-injector training, and dietary coordination in collaboration with multi-disciplinary paediatric specialists, ensuring safe and effective long-term care for every child.