Board-Certified Allergy & Immunology Specialist
“I believe a successful patient-doctor relationship begins with being an effective listener and providing the patient time to fully explain their concern. In doing so, I’m able to better understand the patient’s concern, so that I can offer a more personalized and patient-centered diagnostic and therapeutic plan.”
Dr. Kirk Shepard is a board-certified Allergy & Immunology specialist. Dr. Shepard finished his fellowship in Allergy & Immunology at the University of South Florida after completing his Internal Medicine internship and residency at Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals in Milwaukee, WI. In addition to his medical education, Dr. Shepard completed a master’s in Biomedical Sciences and Healthcare Administration and Management. Dr. Shepard treats patients of all ages, from newborns to adults. His clinical interests are allergic rhinitis, asthma, urticaria, and food allergy. Dr. Shepard prioritizes patient accessibility and communication and is available for urgent appointments.
Board Certification
American Board of Allergy and Immunology – 2019
American Board of Internal Medicine – 2017
Education & Training
Fellowship: Allergy and Immunology, University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida
Residencies: Internal Medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Internship: Internal Medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Medical: Chicago Medical School, North Chicago, Illinois
Master of Science in Healthcare Administration and Management, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, North Chicago, Illinois
Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, North Chicago, Illinois
Licensure
The State of Illinois, 2020-present
The State of Florida, 2017-present
Professional Organizations
American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology
American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology
Florida Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Society Awards
American College of Physicians
American Medical Association
Hospital Affiliations
Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
