Ashwin K. Shankar, DO

Dr. Ashwin Kumar Shankar is a board-certified Allergy/Immunology physician who specializes in caring for adults and children with allergic disorders such as allergic rhinitis/conjunctivitis, asthma, atopic/contact dermatitis, food allergy, and anaphylaxis. Dr. Shankar is trained in oral immunotherapy (OIT) as a treatment for food allergy, and his expertise includes primary immunodeficiency, the use of intravenous immunoglobulin, and treatment with biologics for various allergic conditions. Based on his own experiences as an allergy and immunology patient, Dr. Shankar believes in educating his patients on evidence-based treatment options, empowering them to take ownership of their health, and engaging in shared decision-making.

Dr. Shankar earned his medical degree from A.T. Still University of Health Sciences in Phoenix, Arizona, and was recognized for his commitment to the underserved during his time in training. He received his Certification in Population Health and Health Equity at the University of Michigan School of Public Health while completing his Pediatric residency at Authority Health with clinical training at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan. He served as chief pediatric resident during his final year of residency and received the Outstanding Intern and Outstanding Senior Resident of the Year awards during his time in Michigan. Dr. Shankar subsequently completed his Pediatric and Adult Allergy/Immunology fellowship at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine/University Hospitals - Cleveland Medical Center, where he served as chief clinical fellow.

Dr. Shankar is a member of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (AAAAI) and the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (ACAAI).

In his free time, Dr. Shankar likes to run, travel, read fiction and memoirs, listen to podcasts, perform Indian classical dance and music, and spend time with family.