Summary

Dr. Smart’s favorite part of the allergy, asthma and immunology specialty is the ability to treat patients of all ages and really make a noticeable difference in their quality of life. “When you’re breathing easier, you’re sleeping better, you’re playing sports again,” he says, “that’s what I like most about allergy, that you actually come back feeling better.”Dr. Smart attended Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Mo., for medical school, then completed his internal medicine residency at Barnes Hospital, Washington University and his allergy and immunology fellowship at University of Iowa University Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, Ia. From there, he served in the US Air Force’s allergy fellowship program before settling down in Peoria. Dr. Smart’s practice focuses on determining root causes of a problem and creating education plans with patients to help them take ownership of their allergy and asthma care.Top Areas of FocusDr. Smart's top areas of focus include asthma, nasal allergies/sinusitis, allergic skin conditions, eczema (atopic dermatitis), hives, angioedema, food allergies, stinging insect allergies, medication allergies and immunodeficiencies.Top 10% Patient ExperienceThis provider ranks in the top 10% nationally in patient experience, based on scores from the "Care Provider Overall" question on surveys completed with Press Ganey.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 38 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Springfield Clinic Peoria Allergy & Asthma

6615 N Big Hollow RdPeoria, IL 61615
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:30 pm
ThuClosed
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.8 
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38 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Peoria , ILPeoria , ILChicago , ILPeoria , IL
Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Stephen Smart

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Health Alliance
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Piedmont Community Health Plan
  • PreferredOne
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Stephen Smart has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Stephen Smart has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Allergist/immunologist
  • Asthma
  • Desensitization
  • Hay Fever
  • Headache Disorders
  • Hives (Urticaria)
  • Itching
  • Nasal Allergies
  • Nasal Allergy (Rhinitis)
  • Rash
  • Sinus Infection (Sinusitis)
  • Sinusitis
  • Varicose Veins
  • Watery Eyes

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics

Medical School

Washington University In St Louis School Of MedicineGraduated in 1988

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Stephen Smart speak?
Dr. Stephen Smart speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Stephen Smart affiliated with?
Dr. Stephen Smart is affiliated with Carle Health Pekin Hospital.
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