The 2 Best Allergists in San Jose, CA
Board-certified allergy & asthma specialists practicing in San Jose and Stanford.
If over-the-counter antihistamines stopped working, or your symptoms run for months instead of weeks, a board-certified allergist-immunologist can test what you actually react to and treat the cause. That includes immunotherapy, which lowers your sensitivity over three to five years. Our editors picked the 2 specialists below from the wider California list based on board certification, hospital and academic affiliations, and peer recognition.
Allergists in San Jose at a Glance
- Specialists listed:
- 2, all board-certified in Allergy & Immunology
- Areas covered:
- San Jose and Stanford
- Practices:
- Allergy and Asthma Associates of Northern California, Stanford Health Care – Allergy, Asthma & Immunodeficiency Clinic
- Local pollen season:
- Santa Clara Valley tree season starts in January with acacia and alder, then runs oak and olive from March through May. Grass peaks in May and June, and there is no hard frost to shut the year down.
Compare San Jose Allergists
| Allergist | Practice | Location | Known for |
|---|---|---|---|
| James D. Wolfe, MD | Allergy and Asthma Associates of Northern California | San Jose, CA | Asthma, Allergic rhinitis, Pulmonary allergy |
| Jyothi I. Tirumalasetty, MD, FAAAAI, FACAAI | Stanford Health Care – Allergy, Asthma & Immunodeficiency Clinic | Stanford, CA | Asthma, Food allergy, Drug allergy |
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James D. Wolfe, MD
Allergy and Asthma Associates of Northern California
San Jose, CA
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyBoard-certified in Pulmonary DiseaseMD, UCSF School of Medicine (Alpha Omega Alpha)Residency and Pulmonary Fellowship, UCLAFellowship in Allergy & Immunology, Johns Hopkins UniversityClinical Professor of Medicine, Stanford UniversityFormer Chairman, Allergy & Immunology Division, Santa Clara Valley Medical Center (27 years)Dr. Wolfe is a senior clinical figure in Bay Area allergy with over 40 years in practice at Allergy and Asthma Associates of Northern California. A Clinical Professor of Medicine at Stanford, he served as Chairman of the Allergy and Immunology Division at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center for 27 years and has over 400 clinical studies to his credit, including publications in NEJM and JAMA.
Areas of focus: Asthma · Allergic rhinitis · Pulmonary allergy · Clinical research
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Jyothi I. Tirumalasetty, MD, FAAAAI, FACAAI
Stanford Health Care – Allergy, Asthma & Immunodeficiency Clinic
Stanford (Palo Alto), CA
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyFellow of the AAAAI (FAAAAI)Fellow of the ACAAI (FACAAI)MD, Drexel University College of Medicine / Hahnemann UniversityResidency in Internal Medicine, Northwestern UniversityFellowship in Allergy & Immunology, Northwestern UniversityClinical Assistant Professor, Stanford University School of MedicineDr. Tirumalasetty is a board-certified allergist-immunologist and Clinical Assistant Professor in Stanford's Division of Pulmonary, Allergy & Critical Care Medicine. She specializes in asthma and adult food and drug allergies and is a Fellow of both the AAAAI and ACAAI, with memberships in the World Allergy Organization and European Academy of Allergy & Clinical Immunology.
Areas of focus: Asthma · Food allergy · Drug allergy · Biologics for asthma · Allergen immunotherapy
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Allergy Season in San Jose
Santa Clara Valley tree season starts in January with acacia and alder, then runs oak and olive from March through May. Grass peaks in May and June, and there is no hard frost to shut the year down.
Bring dates to your appointment. An allergist can narrow the list of suspects much faster when you can say “this started the second week of April” and match it against what was actually in the air.
- Today's pollen count in San Jose for tree, grass, and weed levels plus a 5-day forecast
- San Jose air quality for ozone and particle pollution, which make pollen symptoms worse
How We Picked These San Jose Allergists
Our editorial team reviewed allergy and immunology specialists practicing across the South Bay and selected these 2 on:
- Board certification in Allergy & Immunology (ABAI)
- Hospital and academic affiliations with respected medical centers
- Peer recognition, including Top Doctor awards and professional society roles
- Practice reputation and years treating allergy and asthma patients
- Coverage across the metro, so the list is not all one hospital system
These listings are editorial picks, not paid placements or medical endorsements, and we have no financial relationship with any provider listed. Availability, insurance participation, and credentials change. Verify directly with the practice before booking. This page is for informational purposes and is not medical advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the best allergists in San Jose?
Our editors picked 2 board-certified allergist-immunologists practicing in the South Bay: James D. Wolfe, MD at Allergy and Asthma Associates of Northern California in San Jose; Jyothi I. Tirumalasetty, MD, FAAAAI, FACAAI at Stanford Health Care – Allergy, Asthma & Immunodeficiency Clinic in Stanford. All are board-certified in Allergy & Immunology.
When is allergy season in San Jose?
Santa Clara Valley tree season starts in January with acacia and alder, then runs oak and olive from March through May. Grass peaks in May and June, and there is no hard frost to shut the year down.
See today's pollen count in San Jose →Do I need a referral to see an allergist in San Jose?
That depends on your insurance plan, not your city. Most PPO plans let you book straight with an allergist. HMO plans usually want a referral from your primary care doctor first. Call the practice or your insurer before you book.
How much does an allergist visit cost in San Jose?
A first visit with a specialist typically runs $150 to $300 without insurance, and skin testing for a panel of environmental allergens usually adds $200 to $1,000 depending on how many allergens are tested. With insurance you pay your specialist copay, though testing is often billed separately. Ask the office for a cost estimate and their billing codes when you book.
What should I bring to my first allergist appointment?
Bring a list of your symptoms and the dates they flared, every medication you take including over-the-counter ones, your insurance card, and any past test results. Stop antihistamines 5 to 7 days before skin testing, since they can blunt the results. Confirm the exact timing with the office.
Check San Jose pollen levels to match your flare dates →Are these San Jose allergists accepting new patients?
That changes month to month, so call the practice to check. These are editorial picks, not paid placements, and we have no financial relationship with any provider listed. Verify current credentials, availability, and insurance participation directly with the office before you book.
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Before You Call
Start a symptom log this week. Note the day, what you felt, and what the pollen count was. Two or three weeks of that turns a vague “my allergies are bad” into something an allergist can work from.
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