Q: Tell me about Alabama Allergy and Asthma Center.
A: Since 1966, Alabama Allergy and Asthma Center (AAAC) has striven to provide each patient with leading allergic and respiratory care. Each facet of our team, including physicians, nurses, front office staff, financial counseling and patient care representatives, works hand-in-hand to make sure that your visit with us goes fluently.
Q: What is often misunderstood about allergies?
A: In the past, allergy and immunology has been considered as “hokey.” As we continue to move forward with scientific advances and discoveries, society is realizing that this field has scientific merit. Recently, there have been advancements in medicine for conditions such as eczema and atopic dermatitis, which had previously been stagnant for so long. We continue to move forward with these types of advancements, striving to provide the most current forms of care to our patients.
Q: Why should someone see an allergist?
A: All of our allergists with Alabama Allergy and Asthma Center are certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology. Their advanced training allows them to provide the absolute best care with regards to allergic, immunological and respiratory diseases. We also strive to offer the most up-to-date services and treatments available. These include food allergy desensitization with our new program, The Food Allergy Treatment Center. The goal of this program is to reduce the risk of anaphylaxis after exposure to peanuts and tree nuts. We also offer RUSH and Cluster immunotherapy, allowing for patients to go through the process of allergy immunotherapy quicker.
Q: How are you staying ahead of the curve through research and clinical trials?
A: The Clinical Research Center of Alabama, an affiliate of AAAC is on the forefront of upcoming medications. This includes biologics for the treatment of asthma, eczema and nasal polyps. These new medications are the next wave of new treatments for these conditions. Our physicians at AAAC play an integral role in the research process as principle investigators. Our goal is to provide the best care throughout the clinical trial process and to help develop and bring new exciting treatments to the attention of the public.
Q: What makes Alabama Allergy and Asthma Center accessible to people across Central Alabama?
A: Our six locations (Homewood, Hoover, Chelsea, Trussville, Alabaster, Cullman), make it easy for those across central Alabama to receive care and treatment. We also have individuals that travel from neighboring states such as Mississippi, Georgia, Florida and Tennessee. Regardless of where you come from, we want to make sure that you are given the best possible care.
Q: How are you staying involved in the community?
A: AAAC tries to be as involved as possible within our community. We participate in multiple health fairs throughout the year such as “Take a Child to the Doctor Day.” One of our biggest events every year is Peanut Free Night with the Birmingham Barons. We partner with the Barons to plan a night during their season where the entire stadium is cleaned of any peanut remnants. This allows children who have peanut allergies the opportunity to watch and cheer for the local team without fear of suffering from a reaction to peanuts. We love our community and hope to continue to participate in all the wonderful events that happen here yearly.
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