Gerald W. Volcheck, M.D.

  1. Allergist-Immunologist

Departments

  1. Allergic Diseases

Location

  1. Rochester, Minnesota

Languages

English

Gerald Volcheck, M.D., is a board-certified allergist and immunologist with specialized expertise in perioperative anaphylaxis, hives and angioedema.

Dr. Volcheck completed his medical degree at Northeast Ohio University College of Medicine and completed his residency and fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester.

His clinical practice is dedicated to diagnosing and treating patients with allergic diseases. In his research, Dr. Volcheck focuses on perioperative anaphylaxis, urticaria and hypersensitivity reactions.

  1. Anaphylaxis
  2. Asthma
  3. Chronic sinusitis
  4. Hives and angioedema
  5. Rhinitis
  • Perioperative anaphylaxis
Rochester

Rochester, Minnesota
  1. 1998
    Fellow - Allergy and ImmunologyMayo Clinic in Rochester
  2. 1998
    ResidentAllergy and Immunology, Programs in Rochester, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
  3. 1995
    ResidentInternal Medicine, Programs in Rochester, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
  4. 1995
    Resident - Internal MedicineMayo Clinic in Rochester
  5. 1988
    Internship - Internal MedicineInternal Medicine Internship, Akron City Hospital
  6. 1987
    MD - BS/MD-Six year combined programNortheast Ohio University College of Medicine
  7. 1983
    BS - BS/MD-Six year combined program, BS in Natural ScienceUniversity of Akron

Certifications

  1. 1997
    Allergy & ImmunologyAmerican Board of Allergy and Immunology

Awards and honors

  1. 2025
    Top Performing Provider - Patient Experience - 5 consecutive yearsMayo Clinic in Rochester
  2. 2025
    Top Performing Provider - Patient Experience - 2025Mayo Clinic in Rochester
  3. 2024
    Department of Medicine Educator AwardMayo Clinic Rochester
  4. 2024
    RICH TIES Certificate of AppreciationMayo Clinic in Rochester
  5. 2024
    Minnesota Monthly 2024 Top DoctorsMinnesota Monthly 2024 Top Doctors
  6. 2024
    Top Performing Provider - Patient Experience - 2024Mayo Clinic in Rochester
  7. 2023
    Highest Rated Clinical EducatorMayo Clinic Rochester
  8. 2023
    Top Performing Provider-Patient Experience AwardMayo Clinic in Rochester
  9. 2022
    Top Performing Provider - Patient Experience AwardMayo Clinic Rochester
  10. 2022
    Outstanding Course Director AwardMayo Clinic
  11. 2022
    2021 Top Performing Provider - Patient Experience AwardMayo Clinic
  12. 2021
    2020 Top Performing Provider in ExperienceMayo Clinic Experience
  13. 2017
    2017 Mayo Fellows' Association Teacher of the YearMayo Clinic
  14. 2010
    Department of Medicine Laureate Award - AllergyDepartment of Medicine Laureate Award
  15. 2003
    Harry A. Swedlund MD, Outstanding Clinician AwardDivision of Allergic Diseases, Department of Internal Medicine
  16. 2000
    Most Improved Internal Medicine Residency Outpatient Rotation (Allergy)Mayo Clinic
  17. 2000
    Excellence in Teaching RecognitionMayo Medical School, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Department of Education Administration
  18. 1999
    Excellence in Teaching RecognitionMayo Medical School, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Department of Education Administration
  19. 1997
    Travel Grant Award (2)American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
  20. 1996
    Travel Grant Award (3)American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology
  21. 1992
    Navy Achievement MedalUnited States Navy
  22. 1991
    Junior Officer of the QuarterNaval Hospital, Groton, Connecticut
  23. 1990
    AMA Physicians Recognition AwardAmerican Medical Association
  24. 1990
    Navy Letter of CommendationNaval Hospital, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina
  25. 1983
    Summa Cum LaudeUniversity of Akron
  26. 1983
    Health Professional Scholarship RecipientUnited States Navy

Professional memberships

  1. 2019 - present
    MemberMayo Clinic Pharmaceutical Formulary Committee's Gen Medicine/Surgery - Pulmonary/Allergy Task Force
  2. 2018 - present
    MemberEuropean Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology
  3. 2017 - present
    Board MemberInternational Suspected Perioperative Anaphylactic Reaction (ISPAR)
  4. 2013 - present
    MemberDepartment of Medicine Leadership Committee
  5. 2008 - 2011
    Elected Member-DelegateExecutive Committee, Program Directors, American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
  6. 2008 - present
    LeaderKnowledge Content Board - Allergy, AskMayoExpert
  7. 2005 - 2013
    MemberDepartment of Medicine Practice Committee
  8. 2005 - 2013
    Practice ChairDivision of Allergic Diseases, Department of Internal Medicine
  9. 2004 - 2008
    Invited Expert Panel MemberEducation and Core Curriculum Subcommittee, Program Directors Committee, American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
  10. 2003 - present
    MemberFood Allergy, Anaphylaxis, Dermatology, and Drug Allergy Section., American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
  11. 2002 - present
    FellowAmerican Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
  12. 2001 - 2013
    MemberProgram Directors Committee, American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology
  13. 2001 - 2013
    MemberProgram Directors Committee, American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
  14. 2001 - 2013
    Program DirectorAllergy and Immunology Training Program, Division of Allergic Diseases, Department of Internal Medicine
  15. 2001 - 2005
    Education ChairDivision of Allergic Diseases, Department of Internal Medicine
  16. 2001 - present
    MemberAsthma Task Force Workgroup, Mayo Clinic Rochester Workgroups
  17. 2001 - present
    FellowAmerican College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology