The 2 Best Allergists in Minneapolis, MN
Board-certified allergy & asthma specialists practicing in Minneapolis and Maplewood.
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 Minnesota list based on board certification, hospital and academic affiliations, and peer recognition.
Allergists in Minneapolis at a Glance
- Specialists listed:
- 2, all board-certified in Allergy & Immunology
- Areas covered:
- Minneapolis and Maplewood
- Practices:
- Allergy & Asthma Specialists, P.A., Allergy and Asthma Center of Minnesota
- Local pollen season:
- The Twin Cities get a short, steep season: tree pollen from late April through May, grass in June, and ragweed from mid-August until the first hard frost, usually in early October.
Compare Minneapolis Allergists
| Allergist | Practice | Location | Known for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gary D. Berman, MD | Allergy & Asthma Specialists, P.A. | Minneapolis, MN | Allergic rhinitis, Asthma, Food allergy |
| Douglas McMahon, MD | Allergy and Asthma Center of Minnesota | Maplewood, MN | Pediatric allergy, Asthma, Food allergy |
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Gary D. Berman, MD
Allergy & Asthma Specialists, P.A.
Minneapolis, MN
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyAdjunct Assistant Professor of Medicine, University of Minnesota (Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care)Dr. Berman has been practicing as a board-certified allergist and immunologist in the Minneapolis area for over 36 years and holds an adjunct faculty appointment at the University of Minnesota. He is a partner at Allergy & Asthma Specialists, P.A., one of the established independent allergy practices in the Twin Cities metro area.
Areas of focus: Allergic rhinitis · Asthma · Food allergy · Immunotherapy
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Douglas McMahon, MD
Allergy and Asthma Center of Minnesota
Maplewood / Twin Cities metro, MN
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyBoard-certified in PediatricsDr. McMahon is dually board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and the American Board of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, and leads the Allergy and Asthma Center of Minnesota with offices in Maplewood, West St. Paul, and Woodbury. His practice provides specialized care for both pediatric and adult patients across the east-metro Twin Cities region.
Areas of focus: Pediatric allergy · Asthma · Food allergy · Immunotherapy
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Allergy Season in Minneapolis
The Twin Cities get a short, steep season: tree pollen from late April through May, grass in June, and ragweed from mid-August until 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 Minneapolis for tree, grass, and weed levels plus a 5-day forecast
- Minneapolis air quality for ozone and particle pollution, which make pollen symptoms worse
How We Picked These Minneapolis Allergists
Our editorial team reviewed allergy and immunology specialists practicing across the Twin Cities 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 Minneapolis?
Our editors picked 2 board-certified allergist-immunologists practicing in the Twin Cities: Gary D. Berman, MD at Allergy & Asthma Specialists, P.A. in Minneapolis; Douglas McMahon, MD at Allergy and Asthma Center of Minnesota in Maplewood. All are board-certified in Allergy & Immunology.
When is allergy season in Minneapolis?
The Twin Cities get a short, steep season: tree pollen from late April through May, grass in June, and ragweed from mid-August until the first hard frost, usually in early October.
See today's pollen count in Minneapolis →Do I need a referral to see an allergist in Minneapolis?
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 Minneapolis?
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 Minneapolis pollen levels to match your flare dates →Are these Minneapolis 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.
- Check Minneapolis pollen levels today
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