Dr. Shirley Bannister Avery MD
Allergist and Immunologist
822 Westborough Rd Knoxville TN, 37909About
Dr. Shirley Avery practices Allergy and Immunology care in Knoxville, TN. Dr. Avery specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of asthma and other allergic diseases. Allergist-Immunologists are trained and certified to treat each patients sensitivity and response to allergens of varying severity. Dr. Avery provides several means of testing and treatment to increase immunity to potentially harmful substances.
Education and Training
Univ of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn 1962
Board Certification
Allergy and ImmunologyAmerican Board of Allergy and ImmunologyABAI
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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