The 3 Best Allergists in Atlanta, GA
Board-certified allergy & asthma specialists practicing in Atlanta, Acworth, and Peachtree City.
If over-the-counter antihistamines stopped working, or your symptoms run for months instead of weeks, a board-certified allergist-immunologist can test what you actually react to and treat the cause. That includes immunotherapy, which lowers your sensitivity over three to five years. Our editors picked the 3 specialists below from the wider Georgia list based on board certification, hospital and academic affiliations, and peer recognition.
Allergists in Atlanta at a Glance
- Specialists listed:
- 3, all board-certified in Allergy & Immunology
- Areas covered:
- Atlanta, Acworth, and Peachtree City
- Practices:
- Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Center for Allergy & Asthma of Georgia
- Local pollen season:
- Atlanta turns yellow in late March and early April, but that visible dust is mostly pine, a minor trigger for most people. The oak, birch, and hickory pollen you cannot see causes most of the symptoms. Ragweed peaks in September.
Compare Atlanta Allergists
| Allergist | Practice | Location | Known for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brian P. Vickery, MD | Children's Healthcare of Atlanta / Emory University School of Medicine | Atlanta, GA | Pediatric food allergy, Anaphylaxis, Oral immunotherapy (OIT) |
| William T. Boleman, MD | Center for Allergy & Asthma of Georgia | Acworth, GA | Asthma, Adult and pediatric allergy, Immunotherapy |
| John D. Vickery, MD | Center for Allergy & Asthma of Georgia | Peachtree City, GA | Asthma, Adult and pediatric allergy, Immunotherapy |
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Brian P. Vickery, MD
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta / Emory University School of Medicine
Atlanta, GA
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyBoard-certified in PediatricsMarcus Professor of Pediatric Immunology, Emory University School of MedicineChief, Division of Allergy and Immunology, Children's Healthcare of AtlantaDirector, Food Allergy Center, Emory + Children'sVice Chair of Clinical Research, Emory Department of PediatricsDr. Vickery is the founding Director of the Food Allergy Center at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and holds the Marcus Professor of Pediatric Immunology endowed chair at Emory University School of Medicine. Fellowship-trained at Yale University, he led peanut oral immunotherapy research that contributed to the FDA approval of Palforzia and has received awards from the AAAAI, ACAAI, and the British Society of Allergy and Clinical Immunology.
Areas of focus: Pediatric food allergy · Anaphylaxis · Oral immunotherapy (OIT) · Food allergy clinical trials
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William T. Boleman, MD
Center for Allergy & Asthma of Georgia
Acworth, GA
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyCastle Connolly Top Doctor (since 2019)Member, American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and ImmunologyDr. Boleman is a board-certified allergist-immunologist at the Center for Allergy & Asthma of Georgia, seeing patients at offices in Acworth/Kennesaw, Hiram, and Villa Rica in the greater Atlanta region. He treats adult and pediatric patients with asthma, allergies, and immunologic disorders, and has been recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor since 2019.
Areas of focus: Asthma · Adult and pediatric allergy · Immunotherapy · Immune-related conditions
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John D. Vickery, MD
Center for Allergy & Asthma of Georgia
Peachtree City, GA
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyCastle Connolly Top Doctor (since 2020)Member, American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and ImmunologyDr. Vickery is a board-certified allergist-immunologist at the Center for Allergy & Asthma of Georgia, treating patients at locations in Peachtree City/Fayetteville, Newnan, and Griffin, serving suburban and rural communities south of Atlanta. He has been a Castle Connolly Top Doctor since 2020 and treats both adults and children.
Areas of focus: Asthma · Adult and pediatric allergy · Immunotherapy · Immune-related conditions
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Allergy Season in Atlanta
Atlanta turns yellow in late March and early April, but that visible dust is mostly pine, a minor trigger for most people. The oak, birch, and hickory pollen you cannot see causes most of the symptoms. Ragweed peaks in September.
Bring dates to your appointment. An allergist can narrow the list of suspects much faster when you can say “this started the second week of April” and match it against what was actually in the air.
- Today's pollen count in Atlanta for tree, grass, and weed levels plus a 5-day forecast
- Atlanta air quality for ozone and particle pollution, which make pollen symptoms worse
Source: University of Georgia CAES. “Don’t Blame Pine Trees for Springtime Sneezes.” fieldreport.caes.uga.edu
How We Picked These Atlanta Allergists
Our editorial team reviewed allergy and immunology specialists practicing across metro Atlanta and selected these 3 on:
- Board certification in Allergy & Immunology (ABAI)
- Hospital and academic affiliations with respected medical centers
- Peer recognition, including Top Doctor awards and professional society roles
- Practice reputation and years treating allergy and asthma patients
- Coverage across the metro, so the list is not all one hospital system
These listings are editorial picks, not paid placements or medical endorsements, and we have no financial relationship with any provider listed. Availability, insurance participation, and credentials change. Verify directly with the practice before booking. This page is for informational purposes and is not medical advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the best allergists in Atlanta?
Our editors picked 3 board-certified allergist-immunologists practicing in metro Atlanta: Brian P. Vickery, MD at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta / Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta; William T. Boleman, MD at Center for Allergy & Asthma of Georgia in Acworth; John D. Vickery, MD at Center for Allergy & Asthma of Georgia in Peachtree City. All are board-certified in Allergy & Immunology.
When is allergy season in Atlanta?
Atlanta turns yellow in late March and early April, but that visible dust is mostly pine, a minor trigger for most people. The oak, birch, and hickory pollen you cannot see causes most of the symptoms. Ragweed peaks in September.
See today's pollen count in Atlanta →Do I need a referral to see an allergist in Atlanta?
That depends on your insurance plan, not your city. Most PPO plans let you book straight with an allergist. HMO plans usually want a referral from your primary care doctor first. Call the practice or your insurer before you book.
How much does an allergist visit cost in Atlanta?
A first visit with a specialist typically runs $150 to $300 without insurance, and skin testing for a panel of environmental allergens usually adds $200 to $1,000 depending on how many allergens are tested. With insurance you pay your specialist copay, though testing is often billed separately. Ask the office for a cost estimate and their billing codes when you book.
What should I bring to my first allergist appointment?
Bring a list of your symptoms and the dates they flared, every medication you take including over-the-counter ones, your insurance card, and any past test results. Stop antihistamines 5 to 7 days before skin testing, since they can blunt the results. Confirm the exact timing with the office.
Check Atlanta pollen levels to match your flare dates →Are these Atlanta allergists accepting new patients?
That changes month to month, so call the practice to check. These are editorial picks, not paid placements, and we have no financial relationship with any provider listed. Verify current credentials, availability, and insurance participation directly with the office before you book.
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Before You Call
Start a symptom log this week. Note the day, what you felt, and what the pollen count was. Two or three weeks of that turns a vague “my allergies are bad” into something an allergist can work from.
- Check Atlanta pollen levels today
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- Read our allergy guides on symptoms, seasons, and relief