The 5 Best Allergists in Massachusetts
Board-certified allergy & asthma specialists in Boston, Worcester / Greater Boston (multiple locations).
If over-the-counter antihistamines aren't cutting it anymore, a board-certified allergist-immunologist can pinpoint exactly what you're reacting to and build a treatment plan — including immunotherapy that can reduce your sensitivity for good. Our editors researched allergists across Massachusetts and curated the five standouts below based on board certification, affiliations, peer recognition, and patient reputation. Before your visit, check today's pollen levels in Massachusetts so you can tell your doctor what was in the air when your symptoms flared.
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Aleena Banerji, MD
Massachusetts General Hospital – Allergy & Clinical Immunology Unit
Boston, MA
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyProfessor of Medicine, Harvard Medical SchoolFellow of the AAAAI (FAAAAI)Clinical Director, Allergy & Clinical Immunology Unit, MGHDr. Banerji is Professor at Harvard Medical School and Clinical Director of the Allergy and Clinical Immunology Unit at Massachusetts General Hospital. A nationally recognized expert in drug allergy, vaccine allergy, and hereditary angioedema, she has collaborated on multiple novel HAE agents and has published over 50 peer-reviewed manuscripts, including international guidelines for angioedema management.
Areas of focus: Drug allergy · Vaccine allergy · Hereditary angioedema · Urticaria and angioedema
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Wanda Phipatanakul, MD, MS
Boston Children's Hospital – Division of Immunology
Boston, MA
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyBoard-certified in PediatricsS. Jean Emans Professor of Pediatrics, Harvard Medical SchoolFellow of the AAAAIElected member, American Society of Clinical InvestigationElected member, American Association of PhysiciansDr. Phipatanakul is the S. Jean Emans Professor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School and director of the Division of Immunology Research Center at Boston Children's Hospital. Ranked in the top 5 world asthma experts by research impact over the past decade, she has authored over 400 publications in journals including JAMA and the New England Journal of Medicine.
Areas of focus: Pediatric asthma · Food allergy · Allergic rhinitis · Environmental exposures and asthma
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Wayne Shreffler, MD, PhD
Massachusetts General Hospital – Food Allergy Center
Boston, MA
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyBoard-certified in PediatricsAssociate Professor of Pediatrics, Harvard Medical SchoolFellow of the AAAAI (elected 2009)Chief, Pediatric Allergy & Immunology, MGHDirector, Food Allergy Center, MGHDr. Shreffler is Chief of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology and Director of the Food Allergy Center at Massachusetts General Hospital, where he joined Harvard Medical School faculty in 2009 to build a dedicated food allergy translational research and clinical center. He holds MD and PhD degrees from New York University and has maintained continuous NIH funding since 2007 for research into the immune mechanisms underlying food allergy.
Areas of focus: Food allergy · Immunotherapy · Pediatric allergy · Immune mechanisms of allergic disease
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Tanya M. Laidlaw, MD
Brigham and Women's Hospital – AERD Center
Boston, MA
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyAssociate Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical SchoolDirector, Translational Research in Allergy, Brigham and Women's HospitalDirector, AERD Center, Brigham and Women's HospitalDr. Laidlaw is Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and co-directs both the AERD Center and Translational Research in Allergy at Brigham and Women's Hospital. She is a leading national expert on aspirin-exacerbated respiratory disease and nasal polyposis, with an active translational research program investigating the platelet-driven lipid pathways that cause severe respiratory inflammation.
Areas of focus: Aspirin-exacerbated respiratory disease (AERD) · Severe asthma · Nasal polyposis · NSAID allergy
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Jordan E. Scott, MD
Northeast Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (NEAAI)
Worcester / Greater Boston (multiple locations), MA
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyDr. Scott is a board-certified allergist and immunologist at Northeast Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (NEAAI), one of the largest multi-site allergy practices in Massachusetts with six locations spanning Greater Boston and Central Massachusetts. NEAAI is among the most established independent allergy groups in the state, serving patients across Worcester, Newton, Concord, Leominster, Sudbury, and Stoneham.
Areas of focus: Allergic rhinitis · Asthma · Food allergy · Immunotherapy
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How we chose the best allergists in Massachusetts
Our editorial team researched allergy and immunology specialists practicing across Massachusetts and selected these five based 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 of experience treating allergy and asthma patients
- Geographic spread across Massachusetts's major metro areas
These listings are editorial picks, not paid placements or medical endorsements, and we have no financial relationship with any provider listed. Physician availability, insurance participation, and credentials change — always verify directly with the practice before booking. This page is for informational purposes and is not medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find a good allergist in Massachusetts?
Look for board certification in Allergy & Immunology, hospital or academic affiliations, and an established practice. Every allergist on this list was vetted against those criteria.
Do I need a referral?
It depends on your insurance plan, not the state. Most PPO plans let you book directly; HMO plans usually require a referral from your primary care physician.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
A list of your symptoms and when they occur, your current medications, your insurance card, and any relevant medical records. A symptom diary matched against local pollen counts is especially useful for diagnosing seasonal allergies.
Track Massachusetts pollen before your visit
Allergists can diagnose you faster when you know which days your symptoms flared and what was in the air. MyPollenPal tracks daily tree, grass, and weed pollen levels for cities across Massachusetts.