The 3 Best Allergists in Milwaukee, WI
Board-certified allergy & asthma specialists practicing in Milwaukee and Greenfield.
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 Wisconsin list based on board certification, hospital and academic affiliations, and peer recognition.
Allergists in Milwaukee at a Glance
- Specialists listed:
- 3, all board-certified in Allergy & Immunology
- Areas covered:
- Milwaukee and Greenfield
- Practices:
- Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin, Allergy, Asthma & Sinus Center
- Local pollen season:
- Tree pollen peaks in late April and May with oak, maple, and birch. Grass follows in June, and ragweed starts around August 15. Lake breezes can carry it back over the city in the evening.
Compare Milwaukee Allergists
| Allergist | Practice | Location | Known for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asriani M. Chiu, MD | Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin / Children's Wisconsin | Milwaukee, WI | Pediatric and adult allergy, Asthma, Rhinitis |
| Gary C. Steven, MD, PhD | Allergy, Asthma & Sinus Center | Greenfield, WI | Asthma, Allergic rhinitis, Sinusitis |
| Leslie M. Gimenez, MD | Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin / Children's Wisconsin | Milwaukee, WI | Pediatric allergy and immunology, Asthma, Food allergies |
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Asriani M. Chiu, MD
Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin / Children's Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyFellow of the AAAAI (FAAAAI)Professor, Medical College of WisconsinClinic Director, Division of Asthma/Allergy and Clinical Immunology, MCWDr. Asriani Chiu is a Professor and Clinic Director in the Division of Asthma, Allergy, and Clinical Immunology at the Medical College of Wisconsin, where she has practiced since completing her fellowship at MCW in 1997. She has over 30 years of academic allergy experience and is recognized as a Regional Top Doctor. She serves patients at Froedtert Hospital and Children's Wisconsin.
Areas of focus: Pediatric and adult allergy · Asthma · Rhinitis · Immunotherapy
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Gary C. Steven, MD, PhD
Allergy, Asthma & Sinus Center
Greenfield / Milwaukee, WI
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyFellow of the ACAAIFellow of the AAAAICertified Physician Investigator, Association of Clinical Research ProfessionalsDr. Gary C. Steven holds both an MD and a PhD (from the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee) and earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin. He has independently owned and operated the Allergy, Asthma & Sinus Center since February 2003, with two locations in southeastern Wisconsin. He has been continuously selected to Best Doctors in America since 2017, a list covering the top 4% of U.S. physicians.
Areas of focus: Asthma · Allergic rhinitis · Sinusitis · Immunotherapy · Clinical research
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Leslie M. Gimenez, MD
Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin / Children's Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyFaculty, Medical College of WisconsinDr. Leslie Gimenez is a board-certified allergist-immunologist affiliated with both Froedtert Hospital and Children's Wisconsin, where she has practiced since completing her medical degree at the Medical College of Wisconsin in 1996. With over 20 years of experience, she provides pediatric-focused allergy and immunology care at multiple Wisconsin locations including the main Children's Wisconsin campus and the Delafield clinic.
Areas of focus: Pediatric allergy and immunology · Asthma · Food allergies · Immunotherapy
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Allergy Season in Milwaukee
Tree pollen peaks in late April and May with oak, maple, and birch. Grass follows in June, and ragweed starts around August 15. Lake breezes can carry it back over the city in the evening.
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 Milwaukee for tree, grass, and weed levels plus a 5-day forecast
- Milwaukee air quality for ozone and particle pollution, which make pollen symptoms worse
How We Picked These Milwaukee Allergists
Our editorial team reviewed allergy and immunology specialists practicing across the Milwaukee area 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 Milwaukee?
Our editors picked 3 board-certified allergist-immunologists practicing in the Milwaukee area: Asriani M. Chiu, MD at Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin / Children's Wisconsin in Milwaukee; Gary C. Steven, MD, PhD at Allergy, Asthma & Sinus Center in Greenfield; Leslie M. Gimenez, MD at Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin / Children's Wisconsin in Milwaukee. All are board-certified in Allergy & Immunology.
When is allergy season in Milwaukee?
Tree pollen peaks in late April and May with oak, maple, and birch. Grass follows in June, and ragweed starts around August 15. Lake breezes can carry it back over the city in the evening.
See today's pollen count in Milwaukee →Do I need a referral to see an allergist in Milwaukee?
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 Milwaukee?
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 Milwaukee pollen levels to match your flare dates →Are these Milwaukee 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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