Dr. Jennifer Gentner, MD


Physician
Allergy

Family Allergy & Asthma
500 W. Jefferson St.
Suite 160
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
For an appointment, call (800) 999-1249
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Jennifer Gentner, MD

Dr. Jennifer Gentner 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.

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

Could gluten be triggering my asthma?
There is some evidence to suggest that gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, may be a trigger for asthma symptoms in some individuals. However, the relationship between gluten and asthma ...
How long does it take to get allergy relief from allergy shots
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...
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...
What types of pollen trigger allergies?
Pollen is a fine powder that is released by trees, grasses, and weeds during the spring, summer, and fall. When these pollens come into contact with the eyes, nose, and lungs of people who are sensiti...

Education & Training

Dr. Jennifer Gentner is a Louisville native who graduated from Sacred Heart Academy and earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology Summa Cum Laude from Bellarmine University. Dr. Gentner then went on to complete her medical degree at the University of Louisville School of Medicine. She completed her residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Cincinnati, where she was one of two residents selected to travel to England for a month-long study abroad rotation at Addenbrooke’s Hospital at the University of Cambridge. She then completed a fellowship in Allergy and Immunology at the St. Louis University School of Medicine.

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