The 2 Best Allergists in Louisville, KY
Board-certified allergy & asthma specialists practicing in Louisville.
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 2 specialists below from the wider Kentucky list based on board certification, hospital and academic affiliations, and peer recognition.
Allergists in Louisville at a Glance
- Specialists listed:
- 2, all board-certified in Allergy & Immunology
- Areas covered:
- Louisville
- Practices:
- Family Allergy & Asthma, Advanced ENT & Allergy
- Local pollen season:
- Louisville sits in the Ohio River Valley, where cool air settles and holds pollen and mold near the ground. Tree pollen peaks in April, grass in late May and June, and ragweed from mid-August into October.
Compare Louisville Allergists
| Allergist | Practice | Location | Known for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen J. Pollard, MD | Family Allergy & Asthma | Louisville, KY | Pediatric and adult allergy, Asthma, Immunotherapy |
| Alexander G. Emerson, MD | Advanced ENT & Allergy | Louisville, KY | Asthma, Food allergy, Allergic rhinitis |
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Stephen J. Pollard, MD
Family Allergy & Asthma
Louisville, KY
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyBoard-certified in PediatricsFellow of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (FAAAAI)Dr. Pollard co-founded Family Allergy & Asthma in Louisville in 1979 alongside Dr. James Sublett, building it into one of the largest allergy practices in the US with over 100 offices. He is a Clinical Professor at the University of Louisville School of Medicine and has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and conducted hundreds of clinical allergy trials.
Areas of focus: Pediatric and adult allergy · Asthma · Immunotherapy · Clinical research
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Alexander G. Emerson, MD
Advanced ENT & Allergy
Louisville, KY
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyBoard-certified in Internal MedicineBoard-certified in PediatricsDr. Emerson is a Louisville-area native who completed his combined Internal Medicine and Pediatrics residency at Indiana University and his Allergy and Immunology fellowship at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. He has been named a Castle Connolly Top Doctor and brings clinical interests in asthma and food allergy to his practice at Advanced ENT & Allergy.
Areas of focus: Asthma · Food allergy · Allergic rhinitis · Pediatric and adult allergy
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Allergy Season in Louisville
Louisville sits in the Ohio River Valley, where cool air settles and holds pollen and mold near the ground. Tree pollen peaks in April, grass in late May and June, and ragweed from mid-August into October.
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 Louisville for tree, grass, and weed levels plus a 5-day forecast
- Louisville air quality for ozone and particle pollution, which make pollen symptoms worse
How We Picked These Louisville Allergists
Our editorial team reviewed allergy and immunology specialists practicing across the Louisville area and selected these 2 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 Louisville?
Our editors picked 2 board-certified allergist-immunologists practicing in the Louisville area: Stephen J. Pollard, MD at Family Allergy & Asthma in Louisville; Alexander G. Emerson, MD at Advanced ENT & Allergy in Louisville. All are board-certified in Allergy & Immunology.
When is allergy season in Louisville?
Louisville sits in the Ohio River Valley, where cool air settles and holds pollen and mold near the ground. Tree pollen peaks in April, grass in late May and June, and ragweed from mid-August into October.
See today's pollen count in Louisville →Do I need a referral to see an allergist in Louisville?
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 Louisville?
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 Louisville pollen levels to match your flare dates →Are these Louisville 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.
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