Dr. Brett Hronek, MD


Physician
Allergy

Ferrell Duncan Clinic Allergy and Immunology
1001 E. Primrose
Springfield, Missouri 65807
For an appointment, call (417) 875-3742
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Brett Hronek, MD

Dr. Brett Hronek, MD is a board-certified Springfield allergist providing care to patients at Ferrell Duncan Clinic Allergy and Immunology.

Dr. Hronek specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of allergies and other immunologic conditions, including asthma, atopic dermatitis, food allergies, anaphylaxis, and sinus problems.

About Dr. Brett Hronek, MD

Dr. Hronek is board certified in Internal Medicine and Allergy/Clinical Immunology. After completing fellowship training, Dr. Hronek joined Ferrell Duncan Clinic and his family moved to Springfield. 

Dr. Hronek staffs our Branson, MO satellite clinic on Wednesdays.

 

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...
Does my Epipen® really expire?
EpiPens do have an expiration date, and it is important to replace them before they expire. The expiration date can be found on the packaging and the device itself.An expired EpiPen® may not work ...
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 asthma?
Biologics are a class of medications that can be used to treat asthma, a chronic lung disease characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways. Biologics work by targeting specific parts of ...
How is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...

Education & Training

Dr. Hronek attended medical school at the University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine. He completed his internal medicine residency at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics in Iowa City, IA.  He then completed his allergy/immunology fellowship at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, MO. 

Ferrell Duncan Clinic Allergy and Immunology

Ferrell-Duncan Clinic-- Allergy/Immunology is a clinic located within a multisubspecialty clinic of over 100 private physicians in Springfield, Missouri.  Together, we see patients throughout the Southwest Missouri/Northwest Arkansas corridor.  Currently, we have three allergists/immunologists and one nurse practitioner who see patients of all ages, from infancy through adulthood.  For the convenience of our patients, we operate out of two clinic sites, one in Springfield, MO and one in Branson, MO on Wednesdays. We hope you will find this website useful in getting to know us and how we can help you manage allergies, asthma, and immunodeficiencies as well as other allergy-related diseases.

Our Mission Statement

Our mission is simple: To provide the best compassionate medical care to our patients.

  • To achieve this we will...
  • Hold our patients' safety and well-being above all else.
  • Take the time to answer questions and address concerns.
  • Emphasize ongoing continuing medical education and remaining current on the latest medical research.
  • Be available to patients after hours and on weekends.
  • Value our patients' time and strive to run on time.