Asthma, Sinus and Allergy Program
Allergies, asthma and sinus problems can produce similar symptoms, ranging from annoying to life-threatening. Vanderbilt Asthma, Sinus and Allergy experts give you an accurate diagnosis and treatment tailored to you, your symptoms and your life.
Conditions We Treat
We treat all allergy and asthma-related conditions, including:
- Allergic rhinitis
- Allergies to insect stings
- Anaphylaxis
- Angioedema
- Aspirin sensitivity syndromes
Meet Your Care Team
Katherine N. CahillMD, BS
- Adult Asthma, Adult Drug Allergy, Adult Sinusitis, Allergy / Immunology, Allergy and Asthma, Allergy and Immunology
Rakesh K. ChandraMMHC, MD
- Adult Rhinitis, Adult Sinusitis, Allergy / Immunology, CSF Leak Repair, Nose and Sinus Conditions, Otolaryngology, Otolaryngology Surgery
Naweed I. ChowdhuryMD
- ENT Ear, Nose, Throat (Otolaryngology), Nose and Sinus Conditions, Otolaryngology, Otolaryngology Surgery, Skull Base Conditions, Skull Base Surgery
John M. FahrenholzII, MD
- Adult Asthma, Adult Food Allergy / Anaphylaxis, Adult Immunodeficiency (Not HIV), Adult Urticaria / Angioedema, Allergy / Immunology, Allergy and Immunology, Mastocytosis
Tina AlloccoBA, MSN
- Adult Asthma, Adult Rhinitis, Adult Sinusitis, Allergy / Immunology, Allergy and Asthma, Pediatric Allergy and Immunology, Pediatric Asthma
Lynn E. ClementBSN, MSN, NP
- Adult Asthma, Adult Rhinitis, Adult Sinusitis, Allergy / Immunology, Allergy and Asthma, Pediatric Allergy and Immunology, Pediatric Asthma
Karen J. McCartyBSN, MSN, FNP
- Adult Asthma, Adult Rhinitis, Adult Sinusitis, Allergy / Immunology, Allergy and Asthma, Pediatric Allergy and Immunology, Pediatric Asthma
Christy C. SparkmanMSN, GNP
- Adult Asthma, Adult Rhinitis, Adult Sinusitis, Allergy / Immunology, Allergy and Asthma, Osteoporosis, Rheumatology
Cynthia M. WasdenMSN, ACNP, BSN
- Adult Asthma, Adult Rhinitis, Adult Sinusitis, Allergy / Immunology, Allergy and Asthma
Dana C. WirthBS, MSN, FNP
- Adult Asthma, Adult Rhinitis, Adult Sinusitis, Allergy / Immunology, Allergy and Asthma, Pediatric Allergy and Immunology, Pediatric Asthma
Why Choose Asthma, Sinus and Allergy Program at Vanderbilt
- A team approach
We are a multi-specialty clinic treating complex allergy and immunology conditions. If you have asthma, allergies or sinus problems, you'll find complete care including testing, treatment and management all in one place.
- Depth of expertise
Our team is a part of one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. Our emphasis on research and advanced care means you'll have access to the most sophisticated testing and treatments that you won't find in general community allergy clinics.
- Personalized care
Our team works together to tailor treatment for your unique needs. We take a holistic approach to your symptoms and health to provide an accurate diagnosis and to structure the treatment that’s right for you. Our Nashville allergy clinic includes ear-nose-throat surgeons for consultation if your condition could be helped with surgery.
- Top specialists
As part of the Vanderbilt Lung Institute, we offer advanced expertise and care for asthma, including bronchial thermoplasty. We provide hope for patients with genetic and rare immune conditions. Our drug allergy clinic pharmacists custom-make testing materials for each patient. These just some of the services other allergy clinics in Tennessee do not offer.
- Clinical trials
As the only academic medical center in Tennessee, we offer the latest knowledge and technology for diagnoses and treatment. You may have access to clinical trials (research studies) investigating new types of care before they are available at most other clinics.
Tests, Treatments and Services
We offer a full range of tests, treatments and services including:
- Aspirin desensitization
- Bronchial thermoplasty
- Chest X-ray
- CT scans of sinuses
- Drug allergy testing
- Education for avoiding allergies
- Endoscopic exams