Scott P. Commins

Scott P. Commins, MD, PhD, is a Professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine, serving as Associate Chief for Allergy & Immunology in the Department of Medicine. He specializes in alpha-gal syndrome (mammalian meat allergy) and other allergic disorders.

• Wake Forest University (BS)
• Medical University of South Carolina (MD/PhD MSTP)
• University of Virginia (Residency & Fellowship)

His research investigates how tick bites induce alpha-gal syndrome, focusing on skin mast cells, basophils, and IgE responses. Clinical interests include complex food allergies and delayed anaphylaxis. Patient feedback highlights exceptional communication and care for 5/5 stars.

• Board Certified: Allergy & Immunology (2009), Internal Medicine (2007)
• Awards: William J. Yount Distinguished Professor of Medicine

He maintains an active lab and clinic at UNC, integrating clinical practice with immunological research to advance allergy treatment paradigms.