Conditions we treat
Our practice specializes in the evaluation and management of a wide spectrum of allergic, respiratory and skin disorders in adults and children including asthma, hay fever, sinus problems, chronic cough, hives, eczema, and food allergies.
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
- Pollen Allergy
- Dust and Mold Allergy
- Pet Allergy
- Sinusitis
- Chronic Nasal Congestion
- Asthma and Wheezing
- Chronic Cough
- Vocal Cord Dysfunction
- Laryngopharyngeal Reflux
- Food Allergy
- Oral Allergy Syndrome
- Food Intolerances
- Preservative, Amine and Food Additive Reactions
- Hives, Urticaria and Angioedema
- Anaphylaxis
- Mast Cell Activation Syndrome
- Bee and insect sting allergies
- Eczema and dermatitis
- Skin allergies including poison ivy and contact dermatitis
- Metal allergy and prosthetic allergy
- Cosmetic allergy
- Penicillin allergy
- Medication and drug sensitivities (local anesthetics)
Testing & procedures
From state-of-the-art allergy, pulmonary and immune testing to ongoing immunotherapy our board-certified allergy and asthma physicians are here to help you accurately diagnose and overcome your allergy, asthma and sinus issues.
- Allergy Skin Test
- Blood Allergy Tests
- Pulmonary Function Test (PFT)
- Advanced Component Testing to Nuts, Milk and Egg
- Airway inflammation Test
- Patch Testing to Chemicals, Metals, Cosmetics, Dyes, Food Additives and Drugs
- Penicillin Testing
- Local Anesthetic and Medication Testing
- Insect allergy testing
- Breath Testing for Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth, Lactose and Fructose Intolerance
- Rhinolaryngoscopy
- Food and Drug Challenges
- Immune Function Testing
- Advanced Testing for Mast Cell Activation Syndrome
- Immunotherapy- Allergy Shots
- Rush Immunotherapy and Accelerated Protocols
- Sublingual Immunotherapy
- Medical Management of Complex Sinus Disease
- Medical Management of Chronic Cough
- Medical Management of Asthma
- Immunobiological Treatments for Severe Asthma and Nasal Polyps (Xolair, Nucala, Cinquair)
- Immunobiological Treatment for Severe Hives (Xolair)
- Immunobiological Treatments for Eczema
- Elimination Diets
- Aspirin Desensitization
- Complimentary and Integrative Medicine
PATIENT INFORMATION
New York Allergy & Asthma’s board-certified allergy and asthma physicians have attended some of the top Academic and Medical institutions around the world, like the Mayo Clinic, John Hopkins, King’s College of London and Weill Cornell.
Sebastian LIGHVANI, M.D.
Jessica Plager, M.D
Dr. Jessica Plager joins Allergy Experts after completing her Internal Medicine residency at Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard University's teaching hospital and her Allergy and Immunology fellowship at Vanderbilt University Medical…
Efren Rael, MD
Dr. Efren Rael is a board-certified allergist and immunologist with over two decades of experience treating patients with allergies, asthma, and immunological conditions. He specializes in managing complex cases such…
| Monday | 8:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 8:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 8:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Thursday | 8:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Friday | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm |
New York Allergy & Asthma
Our office is conveniently located in the Upper Eastside, minutes away from both the Q and 6 trains.
1535 2nd Ave
Ground Floor
New York, NY 10075
Phone: (212) 517-3300
Fax: (212) 517-3303
E-mail: info@allergyexperts.com
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