The 3 Best Allergists in Portland, ME
Board-certified allergy & asthma specialists practicing in Portland.
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 3 specialists below from the wider Maine list based on board certification, hospital and academic affiliations, and peer recognition.
Allergists in Portland at a Glance
- Specialists listed:
- 3, all board-certified in Allergy & Immunology
- Areas covered:
- Portland
- Practices:
- Allergy & Asthma Associates of Maine
- Local pollen season:
- Southern Maine starts later than most of the country. Birch, oak, and maple run late April into May, grass peaks in June, and ragweed goes from mid-August to the first hard frost, usually in early October.
Compare Portland Allergists
| Allergist | Practice | Location | Known for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan J. Musmand, MD | Allergy & Asthma Associates of Maine | Portland, ME | Asthma, Allergic rhinitis, Food allergy |
| Ivan D. Cardona, MD | Allergy & Asthma Associates of Maine | Portland, ME | Pediatric atopic dermatitis, Food allergy, Asthma |
| Andrew Parker, MD | Allergy & Asthma Associates of Maine | Portland, ME | Environmental allergy, Medication allergy, Food allergy |
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Jonathan J. Musmand, MD
Allergy & Asthma Associates of Maine
Portland, ME
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyDr. Musmand has been practicing at Allergy & Asthma Associates of Maine in Portland since 1994 and has more than 30 years of experience. He earned his medical degree from NYU School of Medicine, completed his internal medicine residency at UC San Diego, and his allergy and immunology fellowship at Tulane Medical Center; he is affiliated with Maine Medical Center.
Areas of focus: Asthma · Allergic rhinitis · Food allergy · Immunotherapy
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Ivan D. Cardona, MD
Allergy & Asthma Associates of Maine
Portland, ME
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyDr. Cardona has been a partner physician at Allergy & Asthma Associates of Maine since 2006 and has been recognized as a Maine Top Doctor in allergy/immunology by DownEast Magazine. He completed his allergy and immunology fellowship at National Jewish Health / University of Colorado and has been involved in clinical trials on pediatric atopic dermatitis.
Areas of focus: Pediatric atopic dermatitis · Food allergy · Asthma · Immunodeficiency
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Andrew Parker, MD
Allergy & Asthma Associates of Maine
Portland, ME
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyBoard-certified in Internal MedicineDr. Parker completed his internal medicine residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (Harvard) and his allergy and immunology fellowship at the University of Washington, then joined Allergy & Asthma Associates of Maine in Portland. He holds dual board certification and has broad expertise spanning contact dermatitis, anaphylaxis, and eosinophilic esophagitis.
Areas of focus: Environmental allergy · Medication allergy · Food allergy · Eosinophilic esophagitis · Anaphylaxis
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Allergy Season in Portland
Southern Maine starts later than most of the country. Birch, oak, and maple run late April into May, grass peaks in June, and ragweed goes from mid-August to the first hard frost, usually in early October.
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 Portland for tree, grass, and weed levels plus a 5-day forecast
- Portland air quality for ozone and particle pollution, which make pollen symptoms worse
How We Picked These Portland Allergists
Our editorial team reviewed allergy and immunology specialists practicing across southern Maine and selected these 3 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 Portland?
Our editors picked 3 board-certified allergist-immunologists practicing in southern Maine: Jonathan J. Musmand, MD at Allergy & Asthma Associates of Maine in Portland; Ivan D. Cardona, MD at Allergy & Asthma Associates of Maine in Portland; Andrew Parker, MD at Allergy & Asthma Associates of Maine in Portland. All are board-certified in Allergy & Immunology.
When is allergy season in Portland?
Southern Maine starts later than most of the country. Birch, oak, and maple run late April into May, grass peaks in June, and ragweed goes from mid-August to the first hard frost, usually in early October.
See today's pollen count in Portland →Do I need a referral to see an allergist in Portland?
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 Portland?
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 Portland pollen levels to match your flare dates →Are these Portland 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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