Dr. David Pallares, MD


Physician
Allergy

Specialty

Pediatric Allergy


Family Allergy & Asthma
1700 Old Bluegrass Ave.
Suite #400
Louisville, Kentucky 40215
For an appointment, call (800) 999-1249
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Medical Expertise of Dr. David Pallares, MD

Dr. David Pallares is a board-certified Louisville allergist providing care to patients at Family Allergy & Asthma.

Dr. Gentner diagnoses and treats a wide range of allergic and immunologic conditions, including allergies, asthma, atopic dermatitis (eczema), anaphylaxis and food allergies.

 

About Dr. David Pallares, MD

Dr. David Pallares grew up in South Carolina, merged his practice in Louisville, KY with Family Allergy & Asthma in 2018, after 21 years as a board-certified allergist. H

Dr. Pallares was named one of Louisville’s Top Doctors in Allergy by Louisville Magazine in 2013 and 2017.

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

Tips & Wisdom

Allergen Immunotherapy
Who Are the Best Candidates for Allergy Shots? If you are able to avoid the trigger of your allergies or if usual doses of medications control your symptoms, then immunotherapy might not be needed. While allergy shots have been proven effective against inhalant allergies and stinging insect allergies, they are not used for food allergies. If any of the following applies to you, then you may be a candidate for allergy shots:     If the medications to control your symptoms (i....

Patient Education Resources

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 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...
I have asthma. Should I have an asthma action plan?
It's important for those with asthma to have an asthma action plan.An asthma action plan is a written document that outlines specific steps for managing asthma symptoms and preventing asthma attac...
Is there a treatment for peanut allergy?
The treatment for peanut allergy is strict avoidance of peanuts and products that may contain peanuts. In case of accidental exposure, the use of rescue medications such as antihistamines and epinephr...

Education & Training

Dr. David Pallares is a graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, in Columbia, South Carolina. He did his residency in Pediatrics at the University of Louisville and completed his fellowship in Allergy and Immunology at Henry Ford Hospital affiliated with Case Western Reserve University in Detroit, Michigan in 1995.

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