Dr. Frank Virant, MD
Pediatric Allergy
Suite 500 Northgate Executive Center II
Seattle, Washington 98115
Medical Expertise of Dr. Frank Virant, MD
Dr. Frank Virant is a board-certified Seattle allergist and pediatrician providing care to patients for a wide range of allergic and immunologic conditions at Northwest Allergy & Asthma Center since 2003.
Dr. Virant sees patients of all ages and has special interests in sinusitis, asthma, and food allergy.
About Dr. Frank Virant, MD
Dr. Virant has long been a leader in the medical community. In addition to seeing patients, Dr. Virant directs Northwest Asthma & Allergy Center’s clinical and research laboratories. He is also Chief of the Allergy Division at Seattle Children’s Hospital.
He is also a Clinical Professor of Pediatrics and Associate Director of the Allergy/Immunology Training Program at the University of Washington School of Medicine.
Since 2003, Dr. Virant has been an Executive Board Member of the American Academy of Pediatrics Section on Allergy & Immunology. He has also served as President of the Washington State Society of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology; President of the TransPacific Allergy and Immunology Society; Chairman of the Education & Research Trust; and Chairman of the Sinusitis Committee of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI).
Patient Education Resources
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Allergy shots, also known as immunotherapy, is a treatment that can help to reduce the severity of allergic reactions by gradually exposing the body to increasing amounts of the allergen over time. Th...
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...
The term "hypoallergenic" is often used to describe dogs that are less likely to cause an allergic reaction in people. However, there is no such thing as a completely hypoallergenic dog, as ...
Education & Training
A Seattle native, following his graduation from the University of Washington, Dr. Virant pursued his medical degree from St. Louis University School of Medicine before returning to the University of Washington to complete his pediatric residency and Allergy and Immunology fellowship.
- Medical School: St. Louis University School of Medicine
- Pediatric Residency: University of Washington (UW)
- Allergy & Immunology Fellowship: University of Washington (UW)
Northwest Asthma & Allergy Center
Allergies, asthma, and immune diseases can have a drastic effect on an individual’s quality of life. As the largest asthma and allergy practice in Washington state, we are dedicated to providing solutions that improve the quality of life for infants, children, and adults affected by allergy (environmental, food, medication, and insect stings), asthma, sinus disease, eczema, hives, and immune system disorders. For decades, we have been dedicated to providing individually-focused care from a team of award-winning Board certified/eligible physicians and highly trained, compassionate support staff.
We are committed to listen carefully and treat each patient with kindness, respect, and courtesy. We apply our specialized knowledge to deliver patient-centered, cost-effective care with compassion and integrity.