Aaron K. Kobernick,
MD, MPH
Languages Spoken: English
Dr. Aaron Kobernick completed his Allergy and Immunology Fellowship at the University of North Carolina’s Center for Environmental Medicine, Asthma and Lung Biology. At UNC, he studied care and pathogenesis of severe asthma and allergic reactions to foods. Dr. Kobernick’s primary research interest lies in solving the problem of severe asthma using biologic medications. He has numerous scholarly publications describing asthma and food allergy.
Before completing fellowship training, Dr. Kobernick spent four years on the Navajo Indian Reservation, providing medical care to an underserved population. While on the reservation, Dr. Kobernick was Chief of Pediatrics for more than 2 years, where he oversaw dramatic improvement in vaccination rates, access to clinic, and care of asthmatics. He was honored with the Indian Health Service Director’s award for his work.
Prior to service on the Navajo Reservation, Dr. Kobernick completed residency training in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at Tulane University, where he was awarded Intern of the Year and Teaching Resident of the Year. He served on the Tulane Resident Congress and completed several peer reviewed scholarly articles on the topic of asthma and allergic disease.
Aaron Kobernick, MD, MPH is an allergist and immunologist with focus on care of allergic disease in patients of all ages. He is especially interested in care of mild, moderate and severe asthma in adults and children, including population management, air quality, and identifying allergic triggers in the home and in school/work. He also treats eosinophilic disorders such as esophagitis as well as food allergy/sensitivity, allergic rhinitis (hay fever), urticaria (hives), atopic dermatitis (eczema), stinging insect allergy, chronic cough, and adverse reactions to medication.
Dr. Kobernick spent 4 years on the Navajo Indian Reservation providing a broad spectrum of care to an underserved population, and continues to be involved in service. Dr. Kobernick is board certified in pediatrics and adult internal medicine, and sees patients of all ages. In his spare time, you can find him enjoying beautiful Utah with his wife and four kids.
Clinical Locations
801-581-2955
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Dermatology
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Assistant Professor (Clinical) Pediatrics - Adjunct Assistant Professor |
| Academic Divisions | Pediatric Allergy and Immunology |
| Board Certification | American Board of Allergy & Immunology American Board of Internal Medicine American Board of Pediatrics (Pediatrics) |
Patient Rating
The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
Likelihood of recommending care provider
4.7/ 5
Care provider spoke using clear language
4.8/ 5
Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.7/ 5
My confidence in care provider
4.7/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.8/ 5
Wait time at clinic
4.4/ 5
Time care provider spent with me
4.7/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.7/ 5
Care provider's friendliness and courtesy
4.8/ 5
Patient Comments
Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survery and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
UofU Patient
April 30, 2019
Dr K is gentle and helpful without making me feel stupid. It is embarrassing to be sick all the time and he helped me feel like it was ok and gave suggestions to make my life more comfortable
UofU Patient
April 27, 2019
I received great care.
UofU Patient
April 17, 2019
Dr Kobernick was wonderful
UofU Patient
April 06, 2019
Dr. Kobernick showed me genuine care and concern for my issues during my visit. He explained everything thoroughly and answered all my questions. He's the most respectful provider!
UofU Patient
March 30, 2019
impressive
UofU Patient
March 23, 2019
Dr. Kobernick is a very supportive and understanding care-giver. Auto-immune diseases are very frustrating as a patient, it is hard to find a provider who expresses so much empathy. Dr. Kobernick and Dr. Hansen have done a excellent job of managing my symptoms from this un-treatable disease process.
UofU Patient
March 05, 2019
I have already recommended Dr. Kobernick to other people I know.
UofU Patient
February 21, 2019
Dr. Kobernick had a great beside manner, answered all questions thoughtfully, and without being condescending.
UofU Patient
February 09, 2019
Dr. Kubernick is the best provider I have ever seen that has paid attention and has worked to manage my allergy and immunology concerns and to identify my actual issues.
UofU Patient
January 28, 2019
Dr. Kobernick was not only very knowledgeable and a good caregiver, but he went a few steps further to ensure that I had the necessary contacts with the specialists that he felt I needed to be seen by. I received a phone call from the two providers only a couple of days after my visit with Dr. K. I felt very cared for. Thank you!
UofU Patient
January 14, 2019
Dr. Kobernick is a great doctor. I appreciate the care he shows for both my physical health as well as my desires to double check my diagnosis.
UofU Patient
January 02, 2019
This is one of the best experiences I have ever had at a Dr.s Office. The Dr. and PA spent a good deal of time with me. They listened to my concerns and helped look for resolutions. So impressed.
UofU Patient
December 14, 2018
Doctor AARON K. KOBERNICK is amazing. I appreciate his thoroughness and especially how he used clear, concise words that I could understand what my condition was and what were my treatment options. High recommend Dr. K!
UofU Patient
December 04, 2018
I was very impressed with Dr Kopernick. Although I have been to many drs and not one can tell me why my fingers are swelling and painful, Dr Kopernick was the first dr that I really felt like believed me, was honest with me and was not afraid to say he didn't know. Most drs either just say something to say it even if it is total bs or they treat me like I am a hypochondriac. He was knowledgeable, took his time, and listened.
UofU Patient
November 19, 2018
I appreciated that Dr. Kobernick listened to ALL of the things that I had to say and didn't just zero in on the main purpose for my visit. He is, subsequently, treating me for another issue that has plagued me for several years! YAY me!
UofU Patient
November 08, 2018
As part of the medical team of the U, I can be a tough critic. But, I was thoroughly blown away by the courtesy, the discussion and the approach Dr. K. took with me. He listened, he took his time and made me feel valid for being there (we ER folk don't like being patients). He is a true doctor, and has his patients best interest at heart. I will recommend him to everyone. He is a provider with true focus, patient centeredness and compassion.
UofU Patient
November 05, 2018
Dr Kobernick is great. wonderful bedside manner with parents and children
UofU Patient
November 04, 2018
Dr Kobernick is a fantastic doctor and we were very impressed by his level of care for our son.
UofU Patient
September 24, 2018
Dr. Kobernick spent considerable time discussing my issues. He is one of the friendliest doctors I have ever had!
UofU Patient
August 18, 2018
Dr. Kobernick is the very best!
UofU Patient
August 10, 2018
Dr. Kobernick was excellent, listened, was not condescending. Great to work with.
UofU Patient
August 09, 2018
It was refreshing to feel like my doctor was concerned about getting to the bottom of my issue instead of just fixing it on the surface. He did everything he could and took steps to help me with a different test he doesn't do.
UofU Patient
August 06, 2018
I'm am truly blessed to have the care and knowledge of such a great doctor!
UofU Patient
June 24, 2018
Dr. Kobernick took the time to address all our concerns and ensured we didn't leave with any questions or uncertainties. He was very thorough in explaining the treatment plan for my son, and he was also very open and understanding in discussing the plan with my husband first. He is compassionate towards kids and we trust his knowledge and expertise to care for our toddler.
UofU Patient
June 23, 2018
Chronic urticaria is very frustrating to all involved. The staff at this clinic is do kind and very supportive.
UofU Patient
June 08, 2018
I appreciated his clarification of goals for the appointment
UofU Patient
June 06, 2018
Dr K was excellent he was the first U of U Dr in years who said we can improve your breathing! in other words let's work for improvement not just being happy with status quo ( which in my case isn't optimal)
UofU Patient
May 27, 2018
Dr Kobernick is the best, extreme professional, knowledgeable, and competent. He is patient, understanding, and empathetic. These are wonderful qualities for all healthcare professionals.
UofU Patient
May 22, 2018
Dr. Kubernick was really awesome. He actually didn't have any treatment that he could provide my problem, but he was thoughtful, answered questions, outlined what is known and no known about my condition, and did a good job of engaging with me as a person. I would highly recommend him to other patients.
UofU Patient
May 06, 2018
I was very pleased with Dr. Kopernick. He listened carefully, understood my problem,worked out a way to help me AND DIDNT TELL ME I HAD TO GET RID OF MY DOGS!
UofU Patient
April 23, 2018
Really appreciated Dr. Kobernick.
UofU Patient
April 07, 2018
excellent from start to finish
UofU Patient
April 03, 2018
I felt my concerns were listened to. Even though my theory as to why I have certain symptoms goes against medical literature, Dr. Kobernick listened to me and didn't discredit my thinking. Very happy I was referred to him!
UofU Patient
March 26, 2018
Dr Kobernik took ample time to talk to us and answer any questions. He is very personable and engaging.
UofU Patient
March 12, 2018
Doctor kobernick is amazing! I'm so grateful to have found a quality doctor that truly cares for his patience. His recommendation is always very insightful.
UofU Patient
March 12, 2018
he had a lot of compassion for my daughter (when I was kinda like-harden up kid!) i appreciated it
UofU Patient
February 19, 2018
The physician was very clear and provided all the information I ask for. He answered all my questions and was very helpful in thinking about treatment options.
UofU Patient
February 07, 2018
Dr. Kobernick is amazing. I would recommend him to anyone needing an allergy or asthma specialist.
UofU Patient
February 04, 2018
Dr. kobernick was great, very nice and attentive. he heard all of my concerns and addressed them. we didn't find what was wrong with me but he was great anyway.
UofU Patient
February 04, 2018
Dr. K was fantastic. He was personable, knowledgable, and gave me great direction on the next steps.
UofU Patient
January 25, 2018
excellent
UofU Patient
January 23, 2018
Dr. Kobernick is very personable and explains things well. I feel like the steps taken were appropriate and he made me a part of the decision making process, which is important.
UofU Patient
January 21, 2018
Dr. Kobernick is the best. He's friendly and spends time catching up and getting to know you. he genuinely cares. I would recommend him to anyone!
UofU Patient
January 20, 2018
Very impressed with Dr. Kobernick. Personable, professional and sense of humor, which always is a plus to me. Was not afraid to spend a few minutes or more talking with me, which is very unusual anymore.
UofU Patient
December 30, 2017
I am very appreciative of Dr K seeing me when I was in such distress. He was very helpful.
UofU Patient
December 17, 2017
felt like I was taken seriously! no games, upfront and honest, and really took the time to understand what was going on with me.
UofU Patient
December 03, 2017
I really like it when medical students or residents are present. As the doctor explains things to the student, I learn even more than is really necessary for the patient to know. Dr Kobernick does an excellent job of explaining things in terms a non-medically trained person can understand. I really appreciate the efforts he's making to identify the cause of my repeated sinus infections. I had an ENT several years ago basically make me feel like I was a hypochondriac or just a whiney idiot for letting constant congestion and infections bother me.
UofU Patient
November 20, 2017
Dr. Kobernick was thorough, warm, honest and helpful. I never felt rushed and he gave us all the time we needed.
UofU Patient
November 07, 2017
Dr. Kobernick was great. He was thorough, well-informed and his bedside manner is some of the best I've experienced. In addition, he is the first physician I've seen for the condition who has given me hope. I finally feel like I'm headed in the right direction, and I'm so glad I made the appointment.
UofU Patient
November 05, 2017
I was 100% impressed. I have seen many doctors and after a while you learn that it can be very difficult to find good doctors. Dr. Kobernick is a very good one. He came highly recommended by my GI doctor and he definitely went above and beyond my expectations. Thank you
UofU Patient
October 17, 2017
Dr. Kobernick and his staff were amazing. I felt heard and came away with a plan of action.
UofU Patient
September 30, 2017
Dr Kobernick is one of the best doctors that I've ever had, he really listens and takes both the medical numbers and the patient feedback into account. I've never had a doc do that before and as a result my medical problems are being taken care of better and faster than ever before.
UofU Patient
September 11, 2017
I just love Dr. Kobernick. He never rushes me and is so smart.
UofU Patient
July 28, 2017
Dr. Kobernick was amazing and took the time to talk with me on my level. He involved me in all decisions and for that I am so thankful.
UofU Patient
July 24, 2017
I would highly recommend Dr. Kobernick
UofU Patient
July 17, 2017
I enjoy seeing Dr. Kobernick and trust his judgment in caring for me.
UofU Patient
May 26, 2017
He addressed questions and concerns and was honest about my situation. He has a positive attitude and is very courteous.
UofU Patient
May 22, 2017
good
UofU Patient
May 19, 2017
really good visit
UofU Patient
May 15, 2017
Always a pleasure seeing Dr Kobernick!
UofU Patient
May 12, 2017
Excellent
UofU Patient
April 30, 2017
I was referred to Dr Kobernick after 3 visits with 2 dermatologists for an uncomfortable and worsening rash on my face and neck. I think the expectation was that he would help identify allergenic triggers for the rash. Instead, he was wonderfully informative, helped me reset my expectations from cure to chronic condition management, offered an array of interventions for use on good and bad days. We agreed there was no indication for allergy testing, no quick solution to the problem, and I left feeling understood, well informed and equipped to deal with flares and remissions. He understood what I was looking for. I appreciated his kindness and the time he took with me.
UofU Patient
April 29, 2017
This was my first visit to Dr Kobernick he listened he explained and I have full confidence he will get to the bottom of my immunity problem
UofU Patient
April 24, 2017
I've never met a Dr. with better communication skills. I was impressed that the first person he talked to was my son-that our son wasn't just a kid in the room to be ignored. He took ample time to talk with us and give us the info we were seeking. I've never felt more confident in a Dr.
UofU Patient
April 22, 2017
Dr. Kobernick was excellent. He provided excellent care to my son and made him feel comfortable.
UofU Patient
April 04, 2017
Dr. Kopernick spent the time to explain things to me in detail, which I really appreciated.
UofU Patient
March 18, 2017
Dr. Kobernick did a great job of insuring I knew how to take my medications.
UofU Patient
January 23, 2017
I absolutely loved Dr. Kobernick, I have every bit of confidence in his care for my son.
UofU Patient
January 01, 2017
My provider spent and ample amount of time with me assessing my condition, discussing possible etiologies for my symptoms, and formulating a care plan with my input. I feel more empowered about managing my condition knowing that I have access to the expertise of Dr. Kobernich and Dr. Gleich.
UofU Patient
December 05, 2016
Dr. Kobernick was very caring and thorough.
UofU Patient
November 21, 2016
Dr Kobernik took so much time with us and paused several times during the visit to see if I had questions. He went out of his way to draw pictures during his explanations of the disease process which was extremely helpful. I also appreciated the extra reading material he printed for me to research treatment options after our visit. He was very friendly and gentle with my son (the patient) and very empathetic to me in delivering a potentially shocking diagnosis. He checked in with me several times throughout the visit to make sure I wasn't too traunatized.
Dr. Aaron Kobernick completed his Allergy and Immunology Fellowship at the University of North Carolina’s Center for Environmental Medicine, Asthma and Lung Biology. At UNC, he studied care and pathogenesis of severe asthma and allergic reactions to foods. Dr. Kobernick’s primary research interest lies in solving the problem of severe asthma using biologic medications. He has numerous scholarly publications describing asthma and food allergy.
Before completing fellowship training, Dr. Kobernick spent four years on the Navajo Indian Reservation, providing medical care to an underserved population. While on the reservation, Dr. Kobernick was Chief of Pediatrics for more than 2 years, where he oversaw dramatic improvement in vaccination rates, access to clinic, and care of asthmatics. He was honored with the Indian Health Service Director’s award for his work.
Prior to service on the Navajo Reservation, Dr. Kobernick completed residency training in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at Tulane University, where he was awarded Intern of the Year and Teaching Resident of the Year. He served on the Tulane Resident Congress and completed several peer reviewed scholarly articles on the topic of asthma and allergic disease.
Aaron Kobernick, MD, MPH is an allergist and immunologist with focus on care of allergic disease in patients of all ages. He is especially interested in care of mild, moderate and severe asthma in adults and children, including population management, air quality, and identifying allergic triggers in the home and in school/work. He also treats eosinophilic disorders such as esophagitis as well as food allergy/sensitivity, allergic rhinitis (hay fever), urticaria (hives), atopic dermatitis (eczema), stinging insect allergy, chronic cough, and adverse reactions to medication.
Dr. Kobernick spent 4 years on the Navajo Indian Reservation providing a broad spectrum of care to an underserved population, and continues to be involved in service. Dr. Kobernick is board certified in pediatrics and adult internal medicine, and sees patients of all ages. In his spare time, you can find him enjoying beautiful Utah with his wife and four kids.
Academic Locations
School of Medicine
801-581-2955
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Dermatology
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Assistant Professor (Clinical) Pediatrics - Adjunct Assistant Professor |
| Academic Divisions | Pediatric Allergy and Immunology |
| Board Certification | American Board of Allergy & Immunology American Board of Internal Medicine American Board of Pediatrics (Pediatrics) |
Education History
| Fellowship | University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Allergy and Immunology Fellow |
| Residency | Tulane University School of Medicine Internal Medicine and Pediatrics Resident |
| Graduate Training | Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine Community Health Science M.P.H. |
| Professional Medical | Tulane University School of Medicine Medicine M.D. |
| Undergraduate | Swarthmore College Chemistry B.A. |
Selected Publications - Journal Articles
Journal Article
- Lowe AA, Bender B, Liu AH, Solomon T, Kobernick A, Morgan W, Gerald LB (2018 Jun). Environmental Concerns for Children with Asthma on the Navajo Nation. Ann Am Thorac Soc, 15(6), 745-753.
- Khoshoo V, Mohnot S, Haydel R Jr, Saturno E, Edell D, Kobernick A (2009 Nov). Bronchial hyperreactivity in non-atopic children with asthma and reflux: effect of anti-reflux treatment. Pediatr Pulmonol, 44(11), 1070-4.
- Khoshoo V, Edell D, Mohnot S, Haydel R Jr, Saturno E, Kobernick A (2009 Sep). Associated factors in children with chronic cough. Chest, 136(3), 811-815.
- Horner WE, Armstrong M, El-Dahr J, McCants M, Reese G, Kobernick AK, Lehrer SB (2008 Nov-Dec). Prevalence of IgE reactivities in mold-allergic subjects to commercially available fungal enzymes. Allergy Asthma Proc, 29(6), 629-35.
Review
- Kobernick AK, Burks AW (2016 Oct). Active treatment for food allergy. [Review]. Allergol Int, 65(4), 388-395.
- Kobernick AK, Chambliss J, Burks AW (2015). Pharmacologic options for the treatment and management of food allergy. [Review]. Expert Rev Clin Pharmacol, 8(5), 623-33.