Dr. Bradley Rankin, MD


Physician
Allergy

Family Allergy & Asthma
9800 Shelbyville Road
Suite 220
Louisville, Kentucky 40223
For an appointment, call (800) 999-1249
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Bradley Rankin, MD

Dr. Bradley T. Rankin, MD is a board-certified Louisville allergist providing care to patients at Family Allergy & Asthma.. Dr. Rankin specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of allergies and other immunologic conditions, including asthma, atopic dermatitis, food allergies, anaphylaxis, and sinus problems.

About Dr. Bradley Rankin, MD

Dr. Rankin is actively involved in educating the community through participation in lectures, continuing medical education symposiums, and asthma screening programs.

Also involved in organized medicine, Dr. Rankin is helping to search for ways to provide better care for all patients in our state. 

Dr. Rankin has served as President, Treasurer, and Secretary of the McCracken County Medical Association, President of the Kentucky Allergy Society, as a delegate to the Kentucky Medical Association’s annual meetings, and as a Trustee of the first district of the Kentucky Medical Association.

Dr. Rankin has also served as Medical Director of the West KY Community and Technical College School of Respiratory Therapy starting in 1989, and has also served on the McCracken and District Boards of Health.

Conditions Treated

Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anaphylaxis (Anaphyactic Shock)
Asthma
Atopic Dermatitis
Food Allergy
Hereditary Angioedema (HAE)
Hives (Urticaria)
Sinusitis

Procedures & Services

Allergy Shots (Immunotherapy)
Allergy Tests
Epinephrine Auto-Injectors
Food Challenge Test
Lung Function Tests
Patch Testing for Contact Dermatitis

Patient Education Resources

Are inhaled corticosteroids safe to use for my asthma?
Inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) are a type of medication that is commonly used to treat asthma and other respiratory conditions. They are considered safe because they are delivered directly to the lungs...
Asthma Medication Savings
Click on the image to access medication savings. In most cases,this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medication from the pharmacy. Offers may be time-limited....
Eggplant makes my mouth itchy. Am I allergic to it?
If eating eggplant causes itching in your mouth, it is possible that you have an allergic reaction to it. Food allergies are caused by an abnormal response of the immune system to certain proteins fou...
How do biologics work to treat my eczema?
Biologics are a class of medications that can be used to treat eczema, a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation and itching. Biologics work by targeting specific parts of the immune syst...
Is there a treatment for food allergy?
The treatment for food allergies is to strictly avoid the allergenic food, and in case of accidental exposure, the use of rescue medications such as antihistamines and epinephrine (injectable) in the ...

Education & Training

  • Undergraduate Degree: University of Tennessee at Martin. BS in Chemistry.
  • Medical Degree: University of Tennessee Center
  • Medical Residency in Internal Medicine: University of Tennessee
  • Fellowship in Allergy/Immunology: University of Tennessee

Family Allergy & Asthma

Founded in 1979 by Drs. Stephen J. Pollard and James L. Sublett, Family Allergy & Asthma is a group of board-certified allergy and asthma specialists with offices in Arkansas, Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee.

We recognize that patients come to us because of the limitations placed on them due to their allergic or asthmatic conditions. It is our goal to remove these limitations, to the greatest possible extent, and to give patients their lives back.

Our entire staff is dedicated to helping patients. We strive to empower you along this journey through education, support, and understanding. Beginning with your very first appointment, our allergy and asthma doctors can identify your specific allergic triggers and provide you with a customized plan to best treat your allergies and asthma. Our board-certified allergists can help you find relief from your allergy and asthma symptoms.

Family Allergy & Asthma provides a full range of allergy, asthma, and immunology services. Our Allergist doctors will provide you with a detailed plan to best treat your allergies or asthma, whether it is through medication, environmental control, or allergy shots. We offer comprehensive treatment for patients by providing the following services:

 

  • Allergy Skin Testing
  • Immunotherapy (Allergy shots and drops)
  • Pulmonary Function Tests (LFTs)
  • Asthma Treatment & Managements
  • Food Challenges
  • Stinging Insect Testing
  • Methacholine Challenge
  • Exercise Challenge
  • Antibiotic Testing
  • Aspirin Testing & Desensitization
  • Local Anesthetic Testing