The 3 Best Allergists in Fargo, ND
Board-certified allergy & asthma specialists practicing in Fargo.
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 North Dakota list based on board certification, hospital and academic affiliations, and peer recognition.
Allergists in Fargo at a Glance
- Specialists listed:
- 3, all board-certified in Allergy & Immunology
- Areas covered:
- Fargo
- Practices:
- Essentia Health – South University Clinic, Sanford Allergy and Asthma
- Local pollen season:
- The Red River Valley gets a short, steep season. Elm and cottonwood in May, grass in June and July, and ragweed from mid-August until the first hard freeze, which often lands in late September.
Compare Fargo Allergists
| Allergist | Practice | Location | Known for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dan Dalan, MD | Essentia Health – South University Clinic | Fargo, ND | Asthma, Environmental allergies, Food allergies |
| Saakwa Mante, MD | Essentia Health – South University Clinic | Fargo, ND | Environmental allergies, Asthma, Immunotherapy |
| Woei Yeang Eng, MD | Sanford Allergy and Asthma | Fargo, ND | Asthma, Environmental allergies, Pediatric allergy |
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Dan Dalan, MD
Essentia Health – South University Clinic
Fargo, ND
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyFellow of the AAAAI (FAAAAI)Fellow of the ACAAI (FACAAI)Certified Asthma Educator (AE-C)Dr. Dalan received his medical degree from the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and completed his allergy-immunology fellowship at the University of Minnesota. He is a Clinical Associate Professor at the UND School of Medicine and is noted for being the only allergist in the region to hold simultaneous fellowship status in both the AAAAI and ACAAI as well as the Certified Asthma Educator credential.
Areas of focus: Asthma · Environmental allergies · Food allergies · Immunotherapy
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Saakwa Mante, MD
Essentia Health – South University Clinic
Fargo, ND
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyDr. Mante earned his medical degree from the University of Ghana Medical School and trained in allergy and immunology at Yale School of Medicine, giving him an unusually international academic background. He has practiced at Essentia Health in Fargo for over 38 years and is also affiliated with the Fargo VA Medical Center, providing allergy care to veterans in the region.
Areas of focus: Environmental allergies · Asthma · Immunotherapy · Food allergies
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Woei Yeang Eng, MD
Sanford Allergy and Asthma
Fargo, ND
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyBoard-certified in Internal MedicineBoard-certified in PediatricsDr. Eng received his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University and completed an Internal Medicine/Pediatrics residency at the University of Minnesota followed by an Allergy and Immunology fellowship at the University of South Florida College of Medicine. His triple board certification in Allergy/Immunology, Internal Medicine, and Pediatrics enables him to care for patients of all ages at Sanford Health in Fargo.
Areas of focus: Asthma · Environmental allergies · Pediatric allergy · Food allergies
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Allergy Season in Fargo
The Red River Valley gets a short, steep season. Elm and cottonwood in May, grass in June and July, and ragweed from mid-August until the first hard freeze, which often lands in late September.
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 Fargo for tree, grass, and weed levels plus a 5-day forecast
- Fargo air quality for ozone and particle pollution, which make pollen symptoms worse
How We Picked These Fargo Allergists
Our editorial team reviewed allergy and immunology specialists practicing across the Red River Valley 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 Fargo?
Our editors picked 3 board-certified allergist-immunologists practicing in the Red River Valley: Dan Dalan, MD at Essentia Health – South University Clinic in Fargo; Saakwa Mante, MD at Essentia Health – South University Clinic in Fargo; Woei Yeang Eng, MD at Sanford Allergy and Asthma in Fargo. All are board-certified in Allergy & Immunology.
When is allergy season in Fargo?
The Red River Valley gets a short, steep season. Elm and cottonwood in May, grass in June and July, and ragweed from mid-August until the first hard freeze, which often lands in late September.
See today's pollen count in Fargo →Do I need a referral to see an allergist in Fargo?
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 Fargo?
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 Fargo pollen levels to match your flare dates →Are these Fargo 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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