Dr. Edward Kent, Jr., MD


Physician
Allergy

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Timber Lane Allergy & Asthma Associates, P.C.
53 Timber Lane
South Burlington, Vermont 05403
For an appointment, call (802) 864-0294
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Edward Kent, Jr., MD

Edward F. Kent Jr., MD is a board-certified Vermont allergist providing care to patients in the South Burlington area for a wide range of allergic and immunologic conditions. Dr. Kent's clinical interests include food allergy, asthma, and clinical allergy and asthma research.

About Dr. Edward Kent, Jr., MD

Dr. Kent joined the practice at Allergy and Asthma Associates in 1989. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and the American Board of Pediatrics.

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

Can video game usage lead to ADHD?
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a complex disorder that is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. While excessive video game use has been assoc...
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...
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 COPD. What can help me breathe better?
Treatment for COPD can help improve breathing and slow the progression of the disease. Some treatments include:bronchodilators, which are medications that relax the muscles around the airways to help ...

Education & Training

Dr. Kent received his Medical Degree from the University of Pittsburgh and completed his residency training in Pediatrics at Yale New Haven Hospital. He the completed his Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Fellowship training at Duke University from 1987-1989.

Timber Lane Allergy & Asthma Associates, P.C.

Allergy and Asthma Associates has been providing state of the art Allergy, Asthma, and Clinical Immunology care for over 40 yrs. Drs. Edward F. Kent., Jr., and Sheva K. Chervinskiy are Board Certified in Pediatrics. Drs. Mark Lazarovich and Olga Hardin are Board Certified in Internal Medicine.

These physicians have sub-specialized in the area of Pediatric and Adult Allergy, Asthma, and Clinical Immunology. These physicians are certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and are associated with the University of Vermont Medical Center and the University Of Vermont Medical School.

At certain times, medical students and resident physicians-in-training will be in our office. This is part of the allergy education program at the University Of Vermont Medical School. All clinical personnel employed in this office have undergone training and attended lectures in allergy; and participate in continuing medical education programs.

These physicians have sub-specialized in the area of Pediatric and Adult Allergy, Asthma, and Clinical Immunology. These physicians are certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and are associated with the University of Vermont Medical Center and the Larner College of Medicine.