The 2 Best Allergists in Columbus, OH
Board-certified allergy & asthma specialists practicing in Columbus.
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 Ohio list based on board certification, hospital and academic affiliations, and peer recognition.
Allergists in Columbus at a Glance
- Specialists listed:
- 2, all board-certified in Allergy & Immunology
- Areas covered:
- Columbus
- Practices:
- Nationwide Children's Hospital – Food Allergy Treatment Center, Bullock Allergy
- Local pollen season:
- Central Ohio tree pollen climbs through April with maple, oak, and sycamore. Grass peaks in June, and ragweed hits hardest from mid-August through September.
Compare Columbus Allergists
| Allergist | Practice | Location | Known for |
|---|---|---|---|
| David R. Stukus, MD | Nationwide Children's Hospital – Food Allergy Treatment Center | Columbus, OH | Food allergy, Asthma, Pediatric allergy |
| Jennifer Z. Bullock, MD | Bullock Allergy | Columbus, OH | Pediatric allergy, Food allergy, Asthma |
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David R. Stukus, MD
Nationwide Children's Hospital – Food Allergy Treatment Center
Columbus, OH
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyBoard-certified in PediatricsFellow of the AAAAI (FAAAAI)Dr. Stukus is a Professor of Clinical Pediatrics and Director of the Food Allergy Treatment Center at Nationwide Children's Hospital, where he also founded the Complex Asthma Clinic in 2011. He serves as President-elect of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and is the inaugural Social Media Medical Editor for the AAAAI, hosting the podcast Conversations From the World of Allergy; he has been named a Top Doctor in Pediatric Allergy every year since 2015.
Areas of focus: Food allergy · Asthma · Pediatric allergy · Complex asthma
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Jennifer Z. Bullock, MD
Bullock Allergy
Columbus, OH
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyBoard-certified in PediatricsFellow of the AAAAI (FAAAAI)Fellow of the ACAAI (FACAAI)Dr. Bullock received her medical degree from Ohio State University College of Medicine (where she was inducted into Phi Kappa Phi) and completed residency and fellowship training at the University of Cincinnati and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. She currently serves as President of the Ohio Allergy Society and was selected by her peers for inclusion in Best Doctors in America.
Areas of focus: Pediatric allergy · Food allergy · Asthma · Immunotherapy
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Allergy Season in Columbus
Central Ohio tree pollen climbs through April with maple, oak, and sycamore. Grass peaks in June, and ragweed hits hardest from mid-August through 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 Columbus for tree, grass, and weed levels plus a 5-day forecast
- Columbus air quality for ozone and particle pollution, which make pollen symptoms worse
How We Picked These Columbus Allergists
Our editorial team reviewed allergy and immunology specialists practicing across central Ohio 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 Columbus?
Our editors picked 2 board-certified allergist-immunologists practicing in central Ohio: David R. Stukus, MD at Nationwide Children's Hospital – Food Allergy Treatment Center in Columbus; Jennifer Z. Bullock, MD at Bullock Allergy in Columbus. All are board-certified in Allergy & Immunology.
When is allergy season in Columbus?
Central Ohio tree pollen climbs through April with maple, oak, and sycamore. Grass peaks in June, and ragweed hits hardest from mid-August through September.
See today's pollen count in Columbus →Do I need a referral to see an allergist in Columbus?
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 Columbus?
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 Columbus pollen levels to match your flare dates →Are these Columbus 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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