Profiles of
Allergists - Pramod S.
Kelkar, MD
Why
I chose allergy/immunology
Kelkar is a Senior Clinical Fellow in Allergy and
Immunology and Assistant Professor in the Division of Allergy and
Immunology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, where he works in
outpatient clinics practicing adult and pediatric allergy and conducts
clinical and bench-type research. He received
the 2000 American Medical Association Foundation Leadership Award,
which recognized 25 residents and fellows from across the nation who
have contributed as a leader to the medical field and the community.
"I chose allergy and immunology because of several factors that are
unique to this specialty. It is a rapidly evolving field that offers
strong intellectual stimulation; it offers direct translation of bench
(research) to bedside (practice); and it affords a great opportunity
to take care of children and adults in the clinical practice. There is
a broad range of career options available in A/I upon completion of
fellowship, including academic, private practice, bench research, etc.
There is currently a tremendous demand for allergists in the job
market and the working hours of the typical allergist allow for a "work-family"
balance in my life."
