The 2 Best Allergists in Albuquerque, NM
Board-certified allergy & asthma specialists practicing in Albuquerque.
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 New Mexico list based on board certification, hospital and academic affiliations, and peer recognition.
Allergists in Albuquerque at a Glance
- Specialists listed:
- 2, all board-certified in Allergy & Immunology
- Areas covered:
- Albuquerque
- Practices:
- UNM Health, Glassheim Allergy & Asthma
- Local pollen season:
- Juniper starts in February, elm and mulberry follow in March, and Russian thistle and chamisa drive a hard fall season from August into October. Albuquerque restricted new mulberry and olive plantings decades ago for exactly this reason.
Compare Albuquerque Allergists
| Allergist | Practice | Location | Known for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Osman C. Dokmeci, MD | UNM Health / University of New Mexico Department of Internal Medicine | Albuquerque, NM | Asthma, Allergic rhinitis, Environmental allergies |
| Jeffrey W. Glassheim, DO | Glassheim Allergy & Asthma | Albuquerque, NM | Asthma, Pediatric allergy, Environmental allergies |
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Osman C. Dokmeci, MD
UNM Health / University of New Mexico Department of Internal Medicine
Albuquerque, NM
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyFellow of the ACAAI (FACAAI)Dr. Dokmeci is an Associate Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine and an attending physician at UNM Hospital, serving as a core academic allergist for the state's only public research university health system. He received his medical degree from Ankara University and completed his fellowship training in allergy and immunology at Louisiana State University.
Areas of focus: Asthma · Allergic rhinitis · Environmental allergies · Immunodeficiency
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Jeffrey W. Glassheim, DO
Glassheim Allergy & Asthma
Albuquerque, NM
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyDr. Glassheim completed his fellowship in Allergy and Immunology jointly at Fitzsimons Army Medical Center and the University of Colorado/National Jewish Health, one of the most respected allergy training programs in the country. He has been in practice in Albuquerque for over 34 years and is one of a small number of board-certified osteopathic allergist-immunologists in the state.
Areas of focus: Asthma · Pediatric allergy · Environmental allergies · Immunotherapy
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Allergy Season in Albuquerque
Juniper starts in February, elm and mulberry follow in March, and Russian thistle and chamisa drive a hard fall season from August into October. Albuquerque restricted new mulberry and olive plantings decades ago for exactly this reason.
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 Albuquerque for tree, grass, and weed levels plus a 5-day forecast
- Albuquerque air quality for ozone and particle pollution, which make pollen symptoms worse
How We Picked These Albuquerque Allergists
Our editorial team reviewed allergy and immunology specialists practicing across the Albuquerque area 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 Albuquerque?
Our editors picked 2 board-certified allergist-immunologists practicing in the Albuquerque area: Osman C. Dokmeci, MD at UNM Health / University of New Mexico Department of Internal Medicine in Albuquerque; Jeffrey W. Glassheim, DO at Glassheim Allergy & Asthma in Albuquerque. All are board-certified in Allergy & Immunology.
When is allergy season in Albuquerque?
Juniper starts in February, elm and mulberry follow in March, and Russian thistle and chamisa drive a hard fall season from August into October. Albuquerque restricted new mulberry and olive plantings decades ago for exactly this reason.
See today's pollen count in Albuquerque →Do I need a referral to see an allergist in Albuquerque?
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 Albuquerque?
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 Albuquerque pollen levels to match your flare dates →Are these Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque pollen levels today
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