The 5 Best Allergists in Missouri
Board-certified allergy & asthma specialists in St. Louis, Kansas City, Columbia / Jefferson City.
If over-the-counter antihistamines aren't cutting it anymore, a board-certified allergist-immunologist can pinpoint exactly what you're reacting to and build a treatment plan — including immunotherapy that can reduce your sensitivity for good. Our editors researched allergists across Missouri and curated the five standouts below based on board certification, affiliations, peer recognition, and patient reputation. Before your visit, check today's pollen levels in Missouri so you can tell your doctor what was in the air when your symptoms flared.
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Mark S. Dykewicz, MD
SLUCare Physician Group – Saint Louis University School of Medicine
St. Louis, MO
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyBoard-certified in Internal MedicineRaymond and Alberta Slavin Endowed Professor in Allergy and Immunology, SLUChief, Section of Allergy & Immunology, SLU School of MedicineDirector, Allergy & Immunology Fellowship, SLUFormer Chair, FDA Pulmonary Allergy Drug Advisory CommitteeAAAAI Special Recognition Award recipientACAAI Distinguished Service Award recipientFormer Board Member, American Board of Allergy and ImmunologyFormer Board Member, American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and ImmunologyDr. Dykewicz holds the Raymond and Alberta Slavin Endowed Professorship at Saint Louis University School of Medicine, where he is Chief of Allergy & Immunology and Fellowship Director. A former FDA advisory committee chair and board member of both the AAAAI and ABAI, he has authored or co-authored over 180 publications including national and international clinical care guidelines.
Areas of focus: Rhinitis · Sinusitis · Asthma · Drug allergy · Anaphylaxis · Urticaria and angioedema
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Phillip E. Korenblat, MD
The Clinical Research Center / Washington University School of Medicine
St. Louis, MO
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyBoard-certified in Internal MedicineProfessor of Clinical Medicine, Washington University School of MedicineFellow of the AAAAI (FAAAAI)AAAAI and ACAAI joint Outstanding Teaching Allergist Award (2003)Washington University Medical Center Alumni Association Distinguished Service AwardNamed to Best Doctors in AmericaNamed to America's Top DoctorsDr. Korenblat is Professor of Clinical Medicine at Washington University School of Medicine and Co-Director/Principal Investigator of The Clinical Research Center in St. Louis, the first dedicated asthma center in the St. Louis community. His career in allergy and immunology spans over five decades, and he has received the joint AAAAI/ACAAI Outstanding Teaching Allergist Award and is listed in both Best Doctors in America and America's Top Doctors.
Areas of focus: Asthma · Allergic rhinitis · Drug allergy · Immunotherapy · Clinical research
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Peggy Kendall, MD
Washington University School of Medicine – Division of Allergy and Immunology
St. Louis, MO
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyDirector, Division of Allergy and Immunology, Washington University School of MedicineProfessor of Medicine, Washington University School of MedicineDr. Kendall was named Director of the Division of Allergy and Immunology at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, where she leads one of the nation's premier academic allergy programs. She previously held an associate professorship at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and studies how interactions between the immune system, microbiome, and environment drive allergic and immunologic disease.
Areas of focus: Immune-microbiome interactions · Asthma · Allergic disease mechanisms · Immunodeficiency
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Zachary D. Jacobs, MD
The Center for Allergy & Immunology
Kansas City, MO
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyClinical Assistant Professor of Medicine, University of Missouri–Kansas City School of MedicineFellow of the AAAAIFellow of the ACAAIMember, Clinical Immunology SocietyFounding Member, Consortium of Independent Immunology ClinicsDr. Jacobs has practiced at The Center for Allergy & Immunology in Kansas City since 2011, serves as a clinical assistant professor at UMKC School of Medicine, and educates allergy and immunology fellows through the UMKC program. He is a founding member of the Consortium of Independent Immunology Clinics and is recognized as a specialist in oral immunotherapy and immune deficiency.
Areas of focus: Food allergy · Immunodeficiency · Asthma · Eosinophilic esophagitis · Oral immunotherapy
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William E. Stricker, MD
Family Allergy & Asthma
Columbia / Jefferson City, MO
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyBoard-certified in Internal MedicineMayo Clinic–trained fellowship in Allergy/Immunology (1979–1984)Dr. Stricker completed his internal medicine residency and allergy/immunology fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, graduating in 1984, and has practiced in Central Missouri for over four decades. He serves patients through Family Allergy & Asthma's Columbia and Jefferson City locations, providing allergy and asthma care to a largely underserved region of the state.
Areas of focus: Allergic rhinitis · Asthma · Food allergy · Immunotherapy
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How we chose the best allergists in Missouri
Our editorial team researched allergy and immunology specialists practicing across Missouri and selected these five based 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 of experience treating allergy and asthma patients
- Geographic spread across Missouri's major metro areas
These listings are editorial picks, not paid placements or medical endorsements, and we have no financial relationship with any provider listed. Physician availability, insurance participation, and credentials change — always verify directly with the practice before booking. This page is for informational purposes and is not medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find a good allergist in Missouri?
Look for board certification in Allergy & Immunology, hospital or academic affiliations, and an established practice. Every allergist on this list was vetted against those criteria.
Do I need a referral?
It depends on your insurance plan, not the state. Most PPO plans let you book directly; HMO plans usually require a referral from your primary care physician.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
A list of your symptoms and when they occur, your current medications, your insurance card, and any relevant medical records. A symptom diary matched against local pollen counts is especially useful for diagnosing seasonal allergies.
Track Missouri pollen before your visit
Allergists can diagnose you faster when you know which days your symptoms flared and what was in the air. MyPollenPal tracks daily tree, grass, and weed pollen levels for cities across Missouri.