Atlanta Allergy & Asthma

My daughter was a former patient at the Northlake location. But my daughter needed a appointment ASAP and so I decided to go to the Buckhead location… VERY BAD DECISION!!! Her appointment was at 8:45 we were called to the back where we sat for AN HOUR!!! As I left I was told the doctor was finishing up an we would be next it was already 9:50!!! Needless to say the receptionist acted as if she didn’t want to be at work when we checked in!!! Very Disappointed!!!11

Been going to this practice for almost 10 years. Dr Tanner is the one to go to. Over the years it seems that Dr Tanner has become from very serious to pretty funny at times. That aside, he’s professional and knowledgeable. Staffs are always nice and friendly.
Parking is a breeze. The only medical practice in Buckhead that I know that validate parking. That’s an extra bonus!

This place is a great example how the system is broken. Dr. Tanner is good if you just need a prescription for zyrtec, but as far as these being serious doctors that practice the art of medicine and diagnosis and the science of immunology for get about it. They seem baffled about anything that deals with Crohns or Colitis, even though these are autoimmune diseases. Hmmm, immunology and autoimmune?! Cant understand why immunologist don’t know anything about autoimmune. Yet, when you’re covered in hives that don’t react to traditional medicine, they’ll tell you the two aren’t related. I’m not saying these doctors are dumb, but I’m sure apathetic, or complacent is a better word. Glorified prescription writers, lackeys for the pharmaceuticals (and I have nothing against big Pharm) — maybe medical Zombies is a better word. Just going through the motions, not thinking out of the box or seeking new information. Just a big slow ship that takes ages to turn course or years to catch up to any new modern thinking. I liken the buckhead location to a government clinic that specializes in allergies. If you have hay fever or the sniffles and need something to beat down your immune system like steroids, this is the place to go! Because they’re still part of the old school thinking, that if you’re immune system is working well, make it work less well (but the medicine might give you cancer) or — let us bombard you more with the offending allergen, toughen the olé immune system up, rub a little dirt on it and get back in there. News flash, the earth is round. Start practicing medicine like you know that, instead some fossils practicing medicine in Bedrock.

I got my shot today at the same time as someone whose patients shot record they screwed up by leaving out some shots. They verified his last one using billing.
Made me resolve to keep a copy of my records on my phone.

Um? $ 170 for an appointment wherein the doctor listened to me for 5 minutes before outsourcing all my tests to the ER and do no blood work? I have health insurance and dropped upward of 350 on all the various tests. Far too much — which I understand is an insurance problem but, frankly, its also a doctor problem (doctors, everywhere, ignorance of your patients insurance policies is inexcusable). Front desk ladies are awesome/​a joy but the doctor experience left a whole lot to be desired. I think I’ve gotten a bit spoiled by the awesome medical care here in Atlanta but felt like it was a rip off.
UPDATE: down to one star. Just got a $ 200 bill for a test I didn’t get done — paperwork mix up I guess but it’s been a real hassle to correct it. Healthcare industry, step up your game. This place is inexcusably unhelpful.

I’ve never been to an allergist before but I’ve just GOT to know if I can again east shrimp, crab and lobster so I decided to subject myself to the horror of needles. And indeed, the horror got to me and I passed out. But don’t hold this against Dr. Tanner and his crew … because I pass out in all kinds of medical situations. It’s lovely. But I digress … the staff there was just so nice. There is this darling man who administers the skin tests. I really wish I had asked his name. He’s from the Caribbean and he has such a calming effect. When I fainted, he was so kind and warmly put his hand on my arm to try to calm me down.
So the good news is … we don’t think I’m allergic! Lobster Bar review a’coming! And get yourself to the clinic if your Georgia allergies are getting to you. Dr. Tanner will take care of you.