The 4 Best Allergists in Omaha, NE
Board-certified allergy & asthma specialists practicing in Omaha.
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 4 specialists below from the wider Nebraska list based on board certification, hospital and academic affiliations, and peer recognition.
Allergists in Omaha at a Glance
- Specialists listed:
- 4, all board-certified in Allergy & Immunology
- Areas covered:
- Omaha
- Practices:
- University of Nebraska Medical Center, Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Associates, Midwest Allergy and Asthma Clinic, CHI Health Allergy and Immunology
- Local pollen season:
- Cedar and elm start in March, oak and maple peak in April, and grass runs through June. Ragweed is the worst of it, from mid-August to the first freeze in mid-October.
Compare Omaha Allergists
| Allergist | Practice | Location | Known for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jill A. Poole, MD | University of Nebraska Medical Center / Nebraska Medicine | Omaha, NE | Agricultural and occupational lung disease, Asthma, Environmental allergies |
| James Tracy, DO | Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Associates | Omaha, NE | Asthma, Allergic rhinitis, Immunotherapy |
| Jeffrey S. Nelson, MD | Midwest Allergy and Asthma Clinic / Nebraska Medicine | Omaha, NE | Asthma, Allergic rhinitis, Food allergies |
| Teodoro Segura, MD | CHI Health Allergy and Immunology | Omaha, NE | Asthma, Allergic disease, Environmental allergies |
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Jill A. Poole, MD
University of Nebraska Medical Center / Nebraska Medicine
Omaha, NE
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyFellow of the AAAAI (FAAAAI)Dr. Poole is Division Chief of Allergy & Immunology at UNMC and a full professor, having joined the faculty in 2005. She is a nationally recognized researcher in agriculture-related allergic and non-allergic lung disease, has received the AAAAI's John E. Salvaggio Memorial Lectureship Award, and served as past Chair of the AAAAI Environmental and Respiratory Disease committee. Her research has been continuously funded by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences and NIOSH since 2005.
Areas of focus: Agricultural and occupational lung disease · Asthma · Environmental allergies · Immunology research
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James Tracy, DO
Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Associates
Omaha, NE
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyDistinguished Fellow of the ACAAIDr. Tracy is a former President of the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (installed October 2024) and received the ACAAI's Bela Schick Lecture and Distinguished Service Award in 2020. He completed his Allergy and Immunology fellowship at Wilford Hall US Air Force Medical Center, holds academic appointments at the University of Nebraska and Creighton University, and has been named to the Omaha Best Doctors list by healthcare peers. He oversees 19 outreach allergy clinics across Nebraska and Iowa.
Areas of focus: Asthma · Allergic rhinitis · Immunotherapy · Pediatric and adult allergy
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Jeffrey S. Nelson, MD
Midwest Allergy and Asthma Clinic / Nebraska Medicine
Omaha, NE
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyDr. Nelson graduated from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine in 1987 and has been practicing allergy and immunology in Omaha for nearly four decades. He is affiliated with Nebraska Medicine-Nebraska Medical Center, Nebraska Methodist Hospital, Children's Nebraska, and CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center, giving him one of the broadest hospital affiliation networks among Omaha allergists.
Areas of focus: Asthma · Allergic rhinitis · Food allergies · Pulmonology
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Teodoro Segura, MD
CHI Health Allergy and Immunology
Omaha, NE
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyDr. Segura received his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and has been practicing allergy and immunology in Omaha for more than 20 years. He is affiliated with CHI Health Lakeside and CHI Health Midlands and offers telehealth appointments in addition to in-person care.
Areas of focus: Asthma · Allergic disease · Environmental allergies · Immunotherapy
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Allergy Season in Omaha
Cedar and elm start in March, oak and maple peak in April, and grass runs through June. Ragweed is the worst of it, from mid-August to the first freeze in mid-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 Omaha for tree, grass, and weed levels plus a 5-day forecast
- Omaha air quality for ozone and particle pollution, which make pollen symptoms worse
How We Picked These Omaha Allergists
Our editorial team reviewed allergy and immunology specialists practicing across the Omaha area and selected these 4 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 Omaha?
Our editors picked 4 board-certified allergist-immunologists practicing in the Omaha area: Jill A. Poole, MD at University of Nebraska Medical Center / Nebraska Medicine in Omaha; James Tracy, DO at Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Associates in Omaha; Jeffrey S. Nelson, MD at Midwest Allergy and Asthma Clinic / Nebraska Medicine in Omaha; Teodoro Segura, MD at CHI Health Allergy and Immunology in Omaha. All are board-certified in Allergy & Immunology.
When is allergy season in Omaha?
Cedar and elm start in March, oak and maple peak in April, and grass runs through June. Ragweed is the worst of it, from mid-August to the first freeze in mid-October.
See today's pollen count in Omaha →Do I need a referral to see an allergist in Omaha?
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 Omaha?
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 Omaha pollen levels to match your flare dates →Are these Omaha 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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