If you’ve had an anaphylactic episode or have severe allergies, it’s important to work with an allergist – a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating asthma and other allergic diseases. Be certain that your allergist is certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology. The American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology has two easy ways to find an allergist near you:

• The ACAAI online Allergist Locator: 
  http://www.acaai.org/public/patients/test.htm (enter your zip code or city, state and street address to receive a list of up to eight nearby allergists).

• The ACAAI toll-free telephone referral service:
  1-800-842-7777 (you can receive a mailed list of names, addresses and telephone numbers for board-certified allergists who practice in your area).