Thomas Offerle, MD Featured in Medical Professionals Charlotte
View the October publication of Medical Professionals Charlotte here. Dr. Offerle's feature is on page 36 and 37, as well as copied below.
Tell us a little about yourself and how you got your start
in medicine.
I was born and raised in a close-knit family and community in Greenville, South Carolina, and have had ties to the Charlotte area my whole life. Growing up, I developed a strong interest in science and biology during high school. Combined with my extroverted nature and love of connecting with people, I knew early on that becoming a physician was the right path for me.
I attended Clemson University for my undergraduate degree, where I met my wife, Hannah. After college, I moved to Charleston to attend the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), followed by a pediatrics residency at Emory University in Atlanta. Most recently, I completed my Allergy and Immunology fellowship at the University of Virginia and have relocated with my family to Charlotte.
How did you land at Asthma & Allergy Specialists, PA?
The first draw for my wife and me was the city of Charlotte. As a child, I have fond memories of Panthers games, school field trips to Discovery Place, and riding my first roller coaster at Carowinds. After training, a move back to the Carolinas felt like coming home.
When I explored career options, Asthma & Allergy Specialists stood out immediately. During my visit, it was clear that the practice delivers high-quality care while fostering deep, long-standing relationships within the community. It felt like a natural and easy fit.
What makes your practice unique in our community?
I’ve had the opportunity to live and practice medicine in three different Southern states, in both urban and rural settings. Additionally, my fellowship program emphasized treating both adults and children, which allows me to care for entire families over time. This continuity of care—paired with a broad clinical experience—equips me to understand and address the allergic and immunologic challenges facing our diverse community.
I’m honored to be joining Asthma & Allergy Specialists, a practice that has proudly served the Charlotte community for nearly 40 years. Known for its commitment to excellence in the diagnosis and treatment of allergies, asthma, and pulmonary conditions in both adults and children, this practice has built a legacy of compassionate, high-quality care. With an outstanding allergist, two board-certified pulmonologists, and an excellent nurse practitioner, Asthma & Allergy Specialists has long been a trusted resource for patients and families.
I’m excited to uphold this tradition of excellence while also bringing new areas of focus to the practice. Some additional conditions treated include allergic dermatitis, patch testing, food allergies, eosinophilic esophagitis, basic primary immunodeficiency, and medication/drug allergies.
What do you enjoy most about your work?
One of my favorite aspects of medicine is the opportunity to form lasting relationships. In allergy and immunology, I’m trained to treat both children and adults, which allows me to build trust and continuity with individuals and families over time. To me, good healthcare is founded on that trust. Without it, care can easily become ineffective and burdensome.
I also love the teaching aspect of my job. Most physicians have spent a decade or more in training before beginning their careers, and one of the most rewarding parts of my day is using that knowledge to empower patients, helping them make informed decisions that they feel are right for their health.
What is your goal for your patients and the practice?
First and foremost, I want to help people—that’s the reason I went into medicine, and it remains my top priority. Beyond that, I aim to build meaningful, long-term relationships and share knowledge with patients and the community.
What would you like to communicate to primary care and referring physicians?
Allergy and immunology is a specialized field with unique complexities that can be difficult to navigate in the fast-paced world of primary care. My goal is to serve as a reliable resource to our internal medicine and pediatric colleagues, helping to ease their burden while supporting comprehensive, collaborative care. I deeply value the relationships with our referring providers and believe they are essential to creating the best outcomes for our shared patients.
What do you enjoy outside of work?
Outside of the clinic, my favorite thing to do is spend time with my family and friends. My wife and I recently welcomed our first child, Graham, in June, and since moving to Charlotte, we’ve been grateful to reconnect with many longtime friends.
I also enjoy staying active—growing up, I played a variety of sports, and I still love playing basketball, soccer, and tennis recreationally. My wife often teases me for picking up new (and often random) hobbies. Piano lessons didn’t stick, so now I’m learning how to play chess!
We’re excited to explore all that Charlotte has to offer—from restaurants to local events—and have enjoyed settling into our new home and neighborhood. So far, Charlotte has struck a great balance: it has the feel of a small town, with all the amenities of a vibrant, growing city.
Read the full article by Medical Professionals Charlotte Here.
