Allergy and Asthma of Illinois cares for patients of all ages with various allergic diseases. Dr. Stephen Smart and Dr. Penelope Ewbank have expertise in asthma, chronic cough, nasal allergies, sinusitis, eczema, hives, food and mediciation allergies, and immune system problems. Using up-to-date testing and treatment methods, they strive to enhance the quality of life of their patients. Please see our website for more information. allergyandasthmaofillinois.com

Penelope A. Ewbank, MD, Stephen J. Smart, MD, FACP

Welcome

Welcome to Allergy and Asthma of Illinois. We are a state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment facility located in central Illinois. With our main office in Peoria, as well as 3 conveniently located satellite offices, we are able to offer patients young and old, the services they need to breathe easy.

It is important to see an allergy specialist if you or your child has:
• a chronic cough
• a history of wheezing or other breathing difficulties
• been diagnosed with asthma requiring routine or frequent medicines
• been to the ER or hospitalized for possible asthma
• nasal congestion or drainage that needs frequent medication
• persistent or frequent eczema / atopic dermatitis
• a systemic reaction to stinging insects
• recurrent infections
• food allergy
• hives

We welcome the opportunity to meet with you, your child, or other loved one to diagnose and treat your problem. Don’t let asthma or an allergy limit the quality of your life!
Our Main Office is located at:
6615 N. Big Hollow Rd.,
Peoria, IL 61615
309-691-5200
Call today for an appointment!


Penelope A. Ewbank, MD

• Fellowship Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology – National Jewish Medical and Research Center, Denver, Colorado

• Internal Medicine Residency – Barnes Hospital / Washington University, St. Louis, Missouri

• Bachelor of Science, Biology – Olivet Nazarene University, Kankakee, Illinois

•Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine – University of Illinois College of Medicine, Peoria, Illinois

• Medical Doctorate – Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis Missouri




Stephen J. Smart, MD, FACP

Education
• Fellowship: Allergy & Immunology, University of Iowa, 1991-93

• Residency: Internal Medicine, Barnes Hospital; Washington University, 1988-91

• MD, Washington University School of Medicine,
St. Louis, 1988

• BS Chemical Engineering, Washington University School of Engineering & Applied Science, 1984

Academic/Hospital Positions
•Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine, UICOMP; 1997-present

•Assistant Professor of Medicine, USUHS; 1993-96

•Chief, Allergy Section, St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria; 2000-present

Military
•Wilford Hall USAF Medical Center; 1993-96;
Allergy Clinic Director

Professional Positions
•Past-President Peoria Medical Society

•Delegate, Illinois State Medical Society

•Fellow, American College of Physicians

•Fellow, American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology

•Fellow, American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology

Personal
•Married 25 years; 8 children

We Specialize In…

• Asthma – Asthma is a common chronic lung condition due to inflammation and tightening of the airways causing episodic symptoms such as cough, wheeze, shortness of breath, and chest tightness. Allergies are often the underlying problem.

• Nasal Allergies/Sinusitis – Allergic rhinitis is inflammation of the nasal passages leading to congestion, sneezing, itching, runny nose and post-nasal drainage. This can lead to chronic sinusitis and ear problems. Rhinitis and sinusitis frequently have a big negative impact on quality of life affecting sleep, concentration, and energy level.

• Allergic Skin Conditions – Environmental allergens like pets and dust or contact allergens such as a chemical preservative in a cream trigger skin inflammation. These allergic reactions contribute to several types of rashes:
• Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis) – red, itchy, dry, scaly patches of skin
• Hives – red, raised, itchy welts that come and go
• Angioedema – focal areas of swelling such as the lip, tongue, or face

• Food Allergy – Food reactions most often occur right after eating the triggering item and may be life-threatening. Food allergy can also contribute to eczema and some gastrointestinal conditions.

• Stinging Insect Allergy – Reactions to stinging insects, like bees, can be life-threatening. Allergy injections decrease the risk of these severe reactions by at least 97%.

• Medication Allergy – Medicines may cause a wide variety of allergic and intolerant reactions.

•Immunodeficiency – Abnormalities in the immune system can lead to recurrent infections.


Office Testing may include:

•Skin Tests – Specialized small plastic devices with allergy extracts are used to scratch the skin. Results are read in 15-20 minutes, and a hive-like reaction indicates the presence of the specific allergic antibody to the extract used at that site. This is usually well tolerated in patients of most ages. Occasionally, higher sensitivity tests (with small needles injecting small amount of allergen into top layers of skin of the arm) are required.

•Spirometry – This breathing test measures airflow by having a patient blow into a computerized device.

•Patch Tests – This involves placing standardized samples of common topical sensitizers on the skin with monitoring of reactions a few days later. Patch tests are used for Contact Dermatitis and some forms of food allergy.
Our Main Office is located at:
6615 N. Big Hollow Rd.,
Peoria, IL 61615
309-691-5200

We serve Central Illinois, Pekin, Peoria, Elmwood, Bartonville, East Peoria, Morton, Bloomington, Normal, Chillicothe, Hanna City, Metamora, Washington, Peoria Heights, West Peoria, Peoria County, Tazwell County, Fulton County, Livingston County, McLean County, Woodford County, Stark County, Marshall County, and Putnam County for all your allergy and Asthma needs. Please call us at 309-691-5200 and visit our website at http://allergyandasthmaofillinois.com/
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