The 3 Best Allergists in Salt Lake City, UT
Board-certified allergy & asthma specialists practicing in Salt Lake City and Murray.
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 Utah list based on board certification, hospital and academic affiliations, and peer recognition.
Allergists in Salt Lake City at a Glance
- Specialists listed:
- 3, all board-certified in Allergy & Immunology
- Areas covered:
- Salt Lake City and Murray
- Practices:
- University of Utah Health – Allergy & Immunology Clinic, Tanner Clinic – Rocky Mountain Allergy
- Local pollen season:
- Juniper and boxelder start in March along the Wasatch Front, grass peaks in June, and Russian thistle and kochia run from August into October. Winter inversions carry no pollen, but they trap the particle pollution that makes the same symptoms worse.
Compare Salt Lake City Allergists
| Allergist | Practice | Location | Known for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erik N. Newman, MD | University of Utah Health – Allergy & Immunology Clinic | Salt Lake City, UT | Asthma, Food allergy, Immunodeficiency |
| Rafael (Ray) Firszt, MD | Tanner Clinic – Rocky Mountain Allergy | Murray, UT | Pediatric and adult allergy, Asthma, Food allergies |
| Doerthe Adriana Andreae, MD, PhD | University of Utah Health – Allergy & Immunology Clinic | Salt Lake City, UT | Food allergies, Primary immunodeficiencies, Asthma |
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Erik N. Newman, MD
University of Utah Health – Allergy & Immunology Clinic
Salt Lake City, UT
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyBoard-certified in PediatricsAssociate Program Director, University of Utah Allergy & Immunology FellowshipFaculty, University of Utah School of MedicineDr. Newman attended the University of Washington School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Utah and Primary Children's Hospital, followed by his fellowship at the University of Colorado and Children's Hospital Colorado. He is a core faculty member at the University of Utah School of Medicine, directs Allergy and Immunology education for the pediatric residency, and co-developed the University of Utah's Allergy and Immunology Fellowship program.
Areas of focus: Asthma · Food allergy · Immunodeficiency · Allergic rhinitis · Urticaria · Eosinophilic disorders
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Rafael (Ray) Firszt, MD
Tanner Clinic – Rocky Mountain Allergy
Murray, UT
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyBoard-certified in PediatricsFormer Division Chief, Allergy & Immunology, Primary Children's Hospital, University of UtahDr. Firszt completed his medical degree and pediatric residency at McGill University in Montreal and his fellowship at Duke University Medical Center. He served as Division Chief of Allergy & Immunology at Primary Children's Hospital at the University of Utah before joining Tanner Clinic's Rocky Mountain Allergy program in Murray.
Areas of focus: Pediatric and adult allergy · Asthma · Food allergies · Immunotherapy
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Doerthe Adriana Andreae, MD, PhD
University of Utah Health – Allergy & Immunology Clinic
Salt Lake City, UT
Board-certified in Allergy & ImmunologyBoard-certified in PediatricsMD, PhD (University of Berlin / University of Lausanne)Dr. Andreae holds an MD and PhD from European medical institutions and trained in pediatrics in Germany and at Mount Sinai in New York before completing specialty training in allergy and immunology. At the University of Utah, she has particular expertise in diagnosing and managing food allergies and primary immunodeficiencies in patients from infancy through adulthood, and speaks French, German, and Spanish.
Areas of focus: Food allergies · Primary immunodeficiencies · Asthma · Atopic dermatitis · Eosinophilic disorders
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Allergy Season in Salt Lake City
Juniper and boxelder start in March along the Wasatch Front, grass peaks in June, and Russian thistle and kochia run from August into October. Winter inversions carry no pollen, but they trap the particle pollution that makes the same symptoms worse.
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 Salt Lake City for tree, grass, and weed levels plus a 5-day forecast
- Salt Lake City air quality for ozone and particle pollution, which make pollen symptoms worse
How We Picked These Salt Lake City Allergists
Our editorial team reviewed allergy and immunology specialists practicing across the Wasatch Front 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 Salt Lake City?
Our editors picked 3 board-certified allergist-immunologists practicing in the Wasatch Front: Erik N. Newman, MD at University of Utah Health – Allergy & Immunology Clinic in Salt Lake City; Rafael (Ray) Firszt, MD at Tanner Clinic – Rocky Mountain Allergy in Murray; Doerthe Adriana Andreae, MD, PhD at University of Utah Health – Allergy & Immunology Clinic in Salt Lake City. All are board-certified in Allergy & Immunology.
When is allergy season in Salt Lake City?
Juniper and boxelder start in March along the Wasatch Front, grass peaks in June, and Russian thistle and kochia run from August into October. Winter inversions carry no pollen, but they trap the particle pollution that makes the same symptoms worse.
See today's pollen count in Salt Lake City →Do I need a referral to see an allergist in Salt Lake City?
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 Salt Lake City?
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 Salt Lake City pollen levels to match your flare dates →Are these Salt Lake City 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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