Neelu Kalra, MD
Best allergy team in Wichita

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We treat patients of all ages,
from infants to the elderly,
for simple to most complex
allergic and immunologic conditions,
using the latest and innovative treatments

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About Me

Neelu Kalra, MD

Board certified in Allergy, Asthma & Immunology and Internal Medicine

I enjoy treating patients of all ages from infants to the elderly. My strength is in delivering effective treatment options to meet each patient’s unique needs.

I completed my residency and fellowship at Penn State University, where I received rigorous training in complex allergic diseases, asthma, and immune deficiency. During my fellowship I served as chief fellow and later as an Assistant Professor training future physicians and advancing clinical care. I graduated medical school as a gold medalist, achieving the highest academic distinction.

My academic work includes peer reviewed publications, text book chapters and contributions to clinical trials. I remain active in national scientific meetings to stay at the forefront of emerging therapies. I mentor and teach upcoming physicians from KU Medicine and Kansas osteopathic college of medicine.

Living in one of the most challenging allergy regions in the country, many Kansas patients still lack access to comprehensive, specialized allergy and immunology care. My clinic is created to close this gap. I provide expert, personalized care for day-to-day allergies as well as most complex allergic and immunologic conditions, using the latest evidence-based and innovative treatments to help patients achieve lasting control and an improved quality of life.

Allergy Treatments


What we Treat?

01.

Allergic Conditions

  • Asthma
  • Allergic Rhinitis
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Eczema/Atopic Dermatitis
  • Hives/Urticaria
  • Swelling/Angioedema
  • Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)
  • Sinus Headaches
  • Oral Allergy Syndrome
02.

Environmental Allergies

  • Dust Mite
  • Pollen (Grass, Tree, Weed)
  • Mold
  • Pet & Animals
03.

Food Allergies

  • Egg, Fish, Milk, Peanut, Tree Nut,
    Soy, Sesame, Shell Fish, Wheat
  • Red Meat (alpha gal)
  • Other foods
04.

Other Allergies

  • Anaphylaxis
  • Insect
  • Drugs(Penicillin & others)
  • Mast Cell Disorder
05.

Immune Disorders

  • Immune Deficiencies
  • Recurrent Infections
Allergy Symptoms

What are the symptoms?

Chronic Hives

- Itchiness
- Welts & discomfort
- Antihistamines fail in 50% of cases



Asthma

- Shortness of breath
- Cough
- Wheezing
- Respiratory symptoms
- Expiratory obstruction of airway


Allergic Rhinitis

- Runny or Stuffy nose
- Sneezing
- Red & watery eyes
I- tchy nose, eyes, ears, mouth
- Swelling around the eye

Eczema/Atopic Dermatitis

- Dry Itchy skin
- Redness & inflammation
- Vesicles or blisters
- Scaling & thickened skin
- Triggerring factors : Dust, Soap, Sun, allergens

Food Allergy

- Hives, itching or swelling, typically around face, lips, tongue & throat
- Upset stomach, throwing up, diarrhea
- Trouble breathing, sneezing, coughing, wheezing or shortness of breath and possibly anaphlaxis

Eosinophilic Esophagitis

- Reflux that does not respond to usual medical therapy. Food gets stuck in the esophagus.
- Malnutrition, weight loss, poor growth or appetite, Stomach or chest pain, difficulty swallowing, sleeping, nausea & vomiting

Allergy News

News & Resources

Allergy Season in Kansas

All Year

  • Dust Mites, Cockroach, Animals (Cat, Dog, Cow, Mouse)
  • Food Allergens
  • Mold spores in grass, crop, dirt, hay, leaves (esp. April – Hard Frost)

    Temp. > 40F, Harvest, Mowing, Raking, Wind

March - June

  • Tree Pollen

November - April

  • Cedar Pollen

April - 2nd Frost

  • Grass Pollen (Peak in June)
  • Weed Pollen (Peak in September)

Allergies are your body’s response to substances that your immune system mistakenly identifies as harmful.

Emergency Symptoms

Adults can NOT develop allergies = False. As we age our immune system weakens. Most adults have had a prior allergic episode in their childhood that they may not remember. This can lay dormant throughout childhood and teenage years but resurface later in life.

Eating locally produced honey builds up immunity = False. Honey is made from pollens of flowers. Most people’s allergies are from pollen from trees, grass and weeds and they are NOT found in home

Using decongestant nasal spray frequently is bad for you = True. They are NOT for long term treatment. Chemicals in decongestant nasal spray shrink blood vessels responsible for causing congestion. Using them too much makes these blood vessels dependent on nasal sprays and you have to use more & more to get same results. Instead use nasal corticosteroids as they carry less risk.

Iodine is cause of allergic reactions to radiocontrast material or to seafood = False. Radiocontrast material enhances visibility of tissues and organs in medical imaging procedures. Tropomyosin (a fish equivalent to human muscle protein) is the antigen responsible for allergic reactions to seafood.

Allergy Insurance

Insurance

We do not have any other location. To establish care with us, please notify your existing doctor’s office and have them fax full medical records to us.

Continuing Your Allergy Shot

Transferring Your Care

No Routine Re-testing: If you are responding well to your current treatment, repeat testing is generally not required just to transfer care.

When is Re-testing Necessary?

While we aim for a direct transfer, our team may recommend new testing if:

  • You have moved from a different geographic region with different allergens.
  • You are experiencing new or worsening symptoms

Our board-certified allergist will carefully review your prior records and extract formulations to ensure a safe and steady continuation of your therapy.

Safety Adjustments:

To keep you safe, we may adjust your dosage based on your recent injection schedule or any gaps in treatment.

How to Start:

Simply contact our office to initiate the transfer. We suggest you to request your records from your previous care team to get the process started as soon as possible.

We in process to accept following insurance providers

Allergy Pricing

Our Pricing

Self pay patients can pay for their care directly to the physician. There is no third party and you do not need any pre authorization. You will know exactly how much your care will cost before your visit.

Services

  • New Patient Consultation $300
  • Environmental Allergy Skin Testing $360
  • Third item on the list $6/Antigen
  • Oral Food Challenge $350 -$500
  • Penicillin Testing $500 - $650

Immunotherapy Options

  • Allergy Shots (SCIT) - Build up $210 per Month
  • Allergy Shots (SCIT) - Maintenance $130 per Month

Subcutaneous immunotherapy (SCIT)

  • Have been effectively used for over 100 years
  • Retrains the immune system to prevent new allergies & asthma from developing.
  • Has benefits that last long after therapy ends

How does SCIT work ?

  • For first 7-8 months, patients receive injection/s per week to achieve maintenance dosing
  • Allergy shots dosing is stretched to every 2-3 weeks for short period and finally once a month for minimum 3 years, ideally 5 years

Allergy Drops Sublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT)

  • Average cost are approximately $95 to $115

    Average cost are approximately $95 (environmental allergy drops) to $115 (food allergy drops) per month for the length of treatment, typically 3-5 years.

SLIT Immunotherapy, also known as allergy drops work similar to allergy shots and treat allergies at their source. By placing small droplets of allergen extracts under the tongue each day, your immune system is gradually trained to achieve tolerance to allergens that cause allergic reactions
It is a safe and convenient route to build long-term tolerance, making it ideal for patients who aren’t candidates for shots.

Allergy drops is a great option for both children and adults. It can be extremely helpful part of management in young children with conditions like eczema, allergic asthma and allergic rhinitis and an effective tool for patients who prefer to avoid injections, have busy schedules or want a more flexible treatment plan.

Most patients notice improvement within few months of being on immunotherapy, lasting benefits come with consistent use over 3-5 years.

Allergy Doctor

NEEL KALRA, MD

Contact Us

One Allergy Asthma and Immunology Center

CLINIC HOURS:
Monday – Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00
Saturday & Sunday Closed

Call us

Patients: (316) 612-8644
Providers: (316) 315 6662
Fax: (316) 600-8202 / 316 370 4534

Email Us

1allergy@1allergy.com

Our Address

8110 E 32nd Street N, Suite 180 Wichita, KS 67226