Dr. Lisa Winterroth, MD


Physician
Allergy

Specialty

Pediatric Allergy


Northwest Asthma & Allergy Center
9725 3rd Ave NE
Suite 500 Northgate Executive Center II
Seattle, Washington 98115
For an appointment, call (206) 527-1200
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Lisa Winterroth, MD

Dr. Lisa Winterroth is a board-certified Seattle allergist providing care to patients for a wide range of allergic and immunologic conditions at Northwest Allergy & Asthma Center.

Dr. Winterroth was drawn to allergy for personal reasons, having grown up with two siblings affected by food allergies, asthma, allergic rhinitis, and eczema. She has a strong interest in food allergies and continues to be actively involved as a sub-investigator in several food allergy desensitization trials being conducted through Seattle Allergy & Asthma Research Institute.

About Dr. Lisa Winterroth, MD

During her Allergy fellowship, Dr. Winterroth served as a sub-investigator on several clinical trials through Seattle Allergy & Asthma Research Institute (previously ASTHMA Clinical Research Center.)

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?
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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...
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 ...
Is there really a hypoallergenic dog species?
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 ...
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

Following the completion of her undergraduate degree at the University of Washington, she received her MD from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City. She then completed her residency in Pediatrics at Stanford University in Palo Alto, CA. Following residency, Dr. Winterroth worked as a pediatric hospitalist at the Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital at Stanford and assisted with clinical research trials investigating treatment for food allergies through Stanford’s Allergy Division. She then returned to the Northwest and completed her fellowship in Allergy and Immunology at the University of Washington in 2015 before joining Northwest Asthma & Allergy Center.

  • Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine
  • Residency: Pediatrics, Stanford University
  • Fellowship: University of Washington

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.