The 3 Best Allergists in Baltimore, MD
Board-certified allergy & asthma specialists practicing in Baltimore and Lutherville.
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 Maryland list based on board certification, hospital and academic affiliations, and peer recognition.
Allergists in Baltimore at a Glance
- Specialists listed:
- 3, all board-certified in Allergy & Immunology
- Areas covered:
- Baltimore and Lutherville
- Practices:
- Johns Hopkins Asthma and Allergy Center, Johns Hopkins Division of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, University of Maryland Medical Center – Pediatric Allergy & Immunology
- Local pollen season:
- Oak, maple, and sycamore drive Baltimore tree counts through April. Grass peaks in late May and June, and ragweed runs from mid-August to the first frost in late October.
Compare Baltimore Allergists
| Allergist | Practice | Location | Known for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarbjit S. Saini, MD | Johns Hopkins Asthma and Allergy Center | Baltimore, MD | Chronic urticaria / angioedema, Mast cell disorders, Asthma |
| Jody R. Tversky, MD | Johns Hopkins Division of Allergy and Clinical Immunology | Lutherville, MD | Immunotherapy, Cluster immunotherapy, Dendritic cell research |
| Mary E. Bollinger, DO | University of Maryland Medical Center – Pediatric Allergy & Immunology | Baltimore, MD | Pediatric asthma, Food allergy, Primary immunodeficiency |
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Sarbjit S. Saini, MD
Johns Hopkins Asthma and Allergy Center
Baltimore, MD
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyDr. Saini is a Professor of Medicine and Allergy & Immunology Fellowship Program Director at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, where he has been on faculty since 1997. He has NIH-funded research on IgE receptor biology and mast cell activation and serves as the urticaria section editor for UpToDate; he trained over 40 allergy fellows.
Areas of focus: Chronic urticaria / angioedema · Mast cell disorders · Asthma · Allergic rhinitis · Atopic dermatitis
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Jody R. Tversky, MD
Johns Hopkins Division of Allergy and Clinical Immunology
Lutherville / Baltimore, MD
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyDr. Tversky is an Assistant Professor and Clinical Director of the Division of Allergy and Clinical Immunology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, where he returned as full-time faculty in 2013. His research focuses on dendritic cell biology in allergy and immunotherapy, and he is affiliated with both Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center and Johns Hopkins Hospital.
Areas of focus: Immunotherapy · Cluster immunotherapy · Dendritic cell research · Allergic rhinitis · Asthma
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Mary E. Bollinger, DO
University of Maryland Medical Center – Pediatric Allergy & Immunology
Baltimore, MD
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyBoard-certified in PediatricsDr. Bollinger is an Associate Professor at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and Medical Director of the Breathmobile program, which provides free allergy care to underserved children. She trained at the University of Maryland Children's Hospital and Johns Hopkins, and has been named a Baltimore Magazine Top Doctor in Pediatric Allergy annually from 2012 through 2020.
Areas of focus: Pediatric asthma · Food allergy · Primary immunodeficiency · Atopic dermatitis · Inner-city asthma
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Allergy Season in Baltimore
Oak, maple, and sycamore drive Baltimore tree counts through April. Grass peaks in late May and June, and ragweed runs from mid-August to the first frost in late 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 Baltimore for tree, grass, and weed levels plus a 5-day forecast
- Baltimore air quality for ozone and particle pollution, which make pollen symptoms worse
How We Picked These Baltimore Allergists
Our editorial team reviewed allergy and immunology specialists practicing across the Baltimore area 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 Baltimore?
Our editors picked 3 board-certified allergist-immunologists practicing in the Baltimore area: Sarbjit S. Saini, MD at Johns Hopkins Asthma and Allergy Center in Baltimore; Jody R. Tversky, MD at Johns Hopkins Division of Allergy and Clinical Immunology in Lutherville; Mary E. Bollinger, DO at University of Maryland Medical Center – Pediatric Allergy & Immunology in Baltimore. All are board-certified in Allergy & Immunology.
When is allergy season in Baltimore?
Oak, maple, and sycamore drive Baltimore tree counts through April. Grass peaks in late May and June, and ragweed runs from mid-August to the first frost in late October.
See today's pollen count in Baltimore →Do I need a referral to see an allergist in Baltimore?
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 Baltimore?
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 Baltimore pollen levels to match your flare dates →Are these Baltimore 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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