About Dr. Sara Uekert, MD
Dr. Sara J. Uekert is a native of Grand Rapids and graduated in the top 4% of her class at Calvin College. She received her degree in Asthma, Allergy, and Clinical Immunology from the University of Wisconsin in Madison, where she trained with some of the nation’s leading asthma and allergy specialists. She has presented her research nationally, and is in the process of publishing her fellowship research on pediatric asthma. Dr. Uekert is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology.
Dr. Uekert is highly trained in the diagnosis and treatment of food allergy, atopic eczema, allergic rhinitis, stinging insect hypersensitivity, chronic urticaria, and clinical immunology.
Dr. Uekert and her husband Bruce enjoy spending time outdoors camping and hiking. In addition to keeping up with their energetic young children, they enjoy photography, biking, and gardening.
Patient Education Resources
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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 ...
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 treatment of childhood asthma is similar to that of adult asthma, but there are some important considerations.The main goal of treatment is to control symptoms, prevent exacerbations and improve t...
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...