The 5 Best Allergists in Detroit, MI
Board-certified allergy & asthma specialists practicing in Detroit, Ann Arbor, and Royal Oak.
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 5 specialists below from the wider Michigan list based on board certification, hospital and academic affiliations, and peer recognition.
Allergists in Detroit at a Glance
- Specialists listed:
- 5, all board-certified in Allergy & Immunology
- Areas covered:
- Detroit, Ann Arbor, and Royal Oak
- Practices:
- Henry Ford Health – Division of Allergy and Immunology, University of Michigan Health – Division of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, Allergy & Asthma Associates of Michigan
- Local pollen season:
- Southeast Michigan tree season peaks in late April and early May with oak, maple, and birch. Grass follows in June, and ragweed runs from mid-August to the first frost in October.
Compare Detroit Allergists
| Allergist | Practice | Location | Known for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edward Zoratti, MD | Henry Ford Health – Division of Allergy and Immunology | Detroit, MI | Difficult-to-control asthma, Allergic disorders in children and adults, Immunodeficiency |
| Georgiana M. Sanders, MD | University of Michigan Health – Division of Allergy and Clinical Immunology | Ann Arbor, MI | Food allergy, Asthma, Allergic rhinitis |
| Amrish K. Patel, MD | Allergy & Asthma Associates of Michigan | Royal Oak, MI | Allergic rhinitis, Asthma, Drug allergy |
| Abdul H. Bahrainwala, MD | Allergy & Asthma Associates of Michigan | Royal Oak, MI | Pediatric allergy, Asthma, Immunotherapy |
| Mohamad Y. Tawila, MD | Allergy & Asthma Associates of Michigan | Royal Oak, MI | Allergic rhinitis, Asthma, Drug allergy |
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Edward Zoratti, MD
Henry Ford Health – Division of Allergy and Immunology
Detroit, MI
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyFellow of the AAAAI (FAAAAI)Former Division Head, Allergy & Immunology, Henry Ford Health (24 years)Dr. Zoratti led the Division of Allergy and Immunology at Henry Ford Health for 24 years and has treated patients with allergic disorders for over 35 years at the institution. An NIH-funded researcher studying urban children with asthma and the natural history of allergic diseases, he is frequently included on regional and national lists of outstanding physicians and has received local and national awards for physician teaching and mentorship.
Areas of focus: Difficult-to-control asthma · Allergic disorders in children and adults · Immunodeficiency · Urban pediatric asthma
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Georgiana M. Sanders, MD
University of Michigan Health – Division of Allergy and Clinical Immunology
Ann Arbor, MI
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyBoard-certified in PediatricsClinical Professor Emeritus of Internal Medicine, University of MichiganNamed to Best Doctors in AmericaNamed to America's Top DoctorsFormer President, Michigan Allergy and Asthma SocietyDr. Sanders is Clinical Professor Emeritus at the University of Michigan and a longstanding researcher at the Mary H. Weiser Food Allergy Center. She is listed in both Best Doctors in America and America's Top Doctors, served as president of the Michigan Allergy and Asthma Society, and conducted studies that helped change CDC recommendations on influenza vaccination in patients with egg allergy.
Areas of focus: Food allergy · Asthma · Allergic rhinitis · Pediatric allergy
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Amrish K. Patel, MD
Allergy & Asthma Associates of Michigan
Royal Oak, MI
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyBoard-certified in Internal MedicineFellow of the AAAAIFellow of the ACAAICastle Connolly Top Doctor (11 consecutive years through 2026)Clinical Assistant Professor, Oakland University Corewell William Beaumont School of MedicineClinical Assistant Professor, Central Michigan University College of MedicineDr. Patel has been in private practice since 1991 and is a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for 11 consecutive years through 2026, one of three physicians at Allergy & Asthma Associates of Michigan to earn that distinction. He completed his allergy and clinical immunology fellowship at Henry Ford Hospital and holds clinical faculty appointments at two Michigan medical schools.
Areas of focus: Allergic rhinitis · Asthma · Drug allergy · Immunotherapy
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Abdul H. Bahrainwala, MD
Allergy & Asthma Associates of Michigan
Royal Oak, MI
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyBoard-certified in PediatricsFellow of the AAAAIFellow of the ACAAICastle Connolly Top Doctor (11 consecutive years through 2026)Clinical Assistant Professor, Oakland University Corewell William Beaumont School of MedicineClinical Assistant Professor, Central Michigan University College of MedicineDr. Bahrainwala is dual board-certified in pediatrics and allergy and immunology, completing his subspecialty fellowship at Children's Hospital of Michigan. He has earned Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition for 11 consecutive years through 2026 and holds teaching faculty appointments at two Michigan medical schools.
Areas of focus: Pediatric allergy · Asthma · Immunotherapy · Food allergy
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Mohamad Y. Tawila, MD
Allergy & Asthma Associates of Michigan
Royal Oak, MI
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyBoard-certified in Internal MedicineFellow of the AAAAIFellow of the ACAAICastle Connolly Top Doctor (11 consecutive years through 2026)Clinical Assistant Professor, Oakland University Corewell William Beaumont School of MedicineClinical Assistant Professor, Central Michigan University College of MedicineDr. Tawila has been in private practice since 1989, earning Castle Connolly Top Doctor honors for 11 consecutive years through 2026. He completed his fellowship at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit and trained at Guy's Hospital Medical School, London University, with further residency training at Corewell William Beaumont Hospital.
Areas of focus: Allergic rhinitis · Asthma · Drug allergy · Immunotherapy
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Allergy Season in Detroit
Southeast Michigan tree season peaks in late April and early May with oak, maple, and birch. Grass follows in June, and ragweed runs from mid-August to the first frost in 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 Detroit for tree, grass, and weed levels plus a 5-day forecast
- Detroit air quality for ozone and particle pollution, which make pollen symptoms worse
How We Picked These Detroit Allergists
Our editorial team reviewed allergy and immunology specialists practicing across metro Detroit and selected these 5 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 Detroit?
Our editors picked 5 board-certified allergist-immunologists practicing in metro Detroit: Edward Zoratti, MD at Henry Ford Health – Division of Allergy and Immunology in Detroit; Georgiana M. Sanders, MD at University of Michigan Health – Division of Allergy and Clinical Immunology in Ann Arbor; Amrish K. Patel, MD at Allergy & Asthma Associates of Michigan in Royal Oak; Abdul H. Bahrainwala, MD at Allergy & Asthma Associates of Michigan in Royal Oak; Mohamad Y. Tawila, MD at Allergy & Asthma Associates of Michigan in Royal Oak. All are board-certified in Allergy & Immunology.
When is allergy season in Detroit?
Southeast Michigan tree season peaks in late April and early May with oak, maple, and birch. Grass follows in June, and ragweed runs from mid-August to the first frost in October.
See today's pollen count in Detroit →Do I need a referral to see an allergist in Detroit?
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 Detroit?
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 Detroit pollen levels to match your flare dates →Are these Detroit 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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