Breathe Easier
In a landscape often marked by lengthy waits and hurried consultations, Inspire Allergy and Asthma champions a more attentive, patient-centered standard. Founded by board-certified allergist Dr. Anita Sivam, the practice is built on a straightforward principle: Patients merit time, access and clarity in managing their health.
After 6 years in a large group practice, Dr. Sivam observed a widening gap in conventional allergy care.
“I didn’t feel I had enough time to earnestly connect with patients or deliver personalized care,” she says.
This insight inspired her to launch Inspire Allergy and Asthma in March, creating a place where relationships, not hurried visits, shape treatment.
The practice addresses a spectrum of conditions, including seasonal and environmental allergies, asthma, eczema, food allergies, drug allergies and chronic hives. As spring emerges in central Indiana, Dr. Sivam says she sees a predictable surge in symptoms.
“We’re in peak pollen season right now, and summer grass pollens are appearing,” she says. “This mix prompts a notable increase in allergy flare-ups.”
While many practices focus on controlling symptoms, Inspire Allergy and Asthma pursues enduring solutions tailored to each patient. Care begins with an exhaustive initial visit, lasting 1 to 2 hours, where Dr. Sivam compiles a thorough medical history, reviews prior treatments and conducts allergy testing. Using small plastic applicators to introduce common allergens to the skin, triggers are identified in about 20 minutes.
Patients then follow a personalized care plan that may include home modifications, optimized medication use or immunotherapy.
“It’s all about meeting patients where they are,” Dr. Sivam says. “Some aim to minimize medications, while others embrace advanced therapies. We shape everything to their goals.”
One of the practice’s defining offerings is oral immunotherapy for food allergies, a treatment that steadily desensitizes the immune system to select allergens. Access to this option has often been scarce in the area, requiring long waits or travel to major cities. By introducing it locally to Boone and Hamilton counties, Dr. Sivam helps address a crucial gap for families seeking proactive care.
She also offers sublingual immunotherapy for environmental allergies, an alternative to traditional allergy shots that allows patients to administer treatment at home.
“For many people, frequent office visits just aren’t realistic,” Dr. Sivam says. “This gives them a flexible, effective option that fits into their daily lives.”
Another distinct feature is the practice’s hybrid model, combining traditional visit-based care with a membership option. Membership especially serves patients with chronic or complex conditions, such as asthma or severe eczema, who need regular monitoring and communication. It upholds one of Dr. Sivam’s main priorities: accessibility.
Patients at Inspire Allergy and Asthma can reach the office quickly via phone, text or email, often receiving responses within 1 business day or sooner.
“Allergy and asthma symptoms don’t always wait for a scheduled appointment,” Dr. Sivam says. “Being able to connect with patients in real time helps us address issues before they escalate.”
Transparency is a foundation of the practice. With clear pricing, patients understand financial expectations, a model welcomed by the community.
“There are no surprises,” Dr. Sivam says. “That assurance means a lot.”
Beyond her clinical expertise, Dr. Sivam brings a deeply personal perspective to her work. She has severe asthma herself, and one of her children also struggles with the condition. That firsthand experience shapes her empathetic approach to care.
“Even as a specialist, I know how challenging it can be to recognize symptoms and manage them effectively,” she says. “I want families to know they’re not alone in that.”
At its core, Inspire Allergy and Asthma redefines specialty care: more time, deeper connections and greater support for patients of every age.
“I want people to understand that managing allergies and asthma doesn’t need to be a continuing struggle,” Dr. Sivam says. “With the right care, it genuinely improves.”
For more information, visit Inspire Allergy and Asthma.
