About Allergy MD · Long Island City
Allergy MD is an allergy, asthma, and immunology practice serving the New York City area from offices in Long Island City (Queens) and Boerum Hill (Brooklyn). Founded by Dr. Reenal Patel, the practice offers adult and pediatric care with same-day appointments, advanced diagnostic testing, and a multidisciplinary approach to individualized treatment. The team of board-certified allergists treats asthma, eczema, hives, food and drug allergies, and indoor and outdoor environmental allergies.
Allergy MD operates two locations in New York City — 1017 Jackson Avenue in Long Island City, Queens, and 395 Atlantic Avenue in Boerum Hill, Brooklyn — providing adult and pediatric allergy, asthma, and immunology care. According to the practice's website, Allergy MD emphasizes 'the highest quality of service' with 'advanced treatment options and same-day appointments' and a 'multidisciplinary approach' that lets the team build custom treatment plans for each patient. The practice was founded by Dr. Reenal Patel, a Florida native who moved to New York City for medical school in 2006 and completed her Allergy & Immunology fellowship at Rutgers-UMDNJ before practicing in Manhattan and opening her own office. She is joined by Dr. Jenna Jung, an American Board of Pediatrics-certified allergist who trained at Drexel University and Cohen Children's Medical Center, and Dr. Andrea Burke, an American Board of Allergy and Immunology-certified allergist who earned her MD at University College Cork in Ireland and completed her fellowship at McMaster University in Ontario, Canada. Allergy MD sees patients of all ages and offers pulmonary function and FeNO testing, skin and blood allergy testing, oral food challenges, and immunotherapy (allergy shots) administered on its own weekly shot schedule. The Long Island City office, one stop from Grand Central and just off the Midtown Tunnel, is open Monday through Friday, while the Boerum Hill office is open Monday through Thursday. The practice states it is in-network with a majority of insurance plans and accepts major credit cards and cash.
- Owner
- Reenal Patel, MD (Founder, listed on allergymd.nyc as 'Founder // Allergist & Immunologist')
- Serves
- Long Island City (Queens) and Boerum Hill (Brooklyn), New York City — including Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and surrounding areas accessible by subway, LIRR, NYC Ferry, and car via the Midtown Tunnel.
- Rating
- Healthgrades 4.7/5 (6 reviews for Dr. Patel); MapQuest/Yelp 5.0/5 (9 reviews for the LIC office)
About Allergy MD
Allergy MD is a New York City allergy, asthma, and immunology practice with offices in Long Island City, Queens and Boerum Hill, Brooklyn. The practice treats both adults and children and offers same-day appointments along with a multidisciplinary approach that lets the team design a custom treatment plan for each patient. The flagship Long Island City office is located one stop from Grand Central Station and right off the Midtown Tunnel, making it accessible from Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, and beyond.
Conditions Treated
The practice's 'How We Help' page lists the seven core conditions and allergy categories the team evaluates and manages for patients of all ages.
- Asthma
- Hives
- Eczema
- Food allergies
- Drug allergies
- Outdoor allergies (environmental)
- Indoor allergies (pets / dust mites)
Asthma Care
Asthma is described on the practice's site as 'a very complex syndrome that needs a physician evaluation.' More than 25 million Americans — about 7% of adults and 8% of children — live with asthma, which involves airway inflammation and can be triggered by environmental allergens, exercise, viral infections, and occupational exposures.
- Thorough history and review of previous health history and family history
- Thorough physical exam
- Laboratory testing when appropriate
- Pulmonary function test (PFT) and/or FeNO test
- Allergy testing if indicated
- Discussion of potential triggers and removal of allergens
- Medication plan tailored to lifestyle
Food Allergies
Allergy MD's food allergy program focuses on education about avoidance and on treatment if a reaction occurs. Typical symptoms include hives, swelling, itching of the mouth, cough, difficulty breathing, nausea, vomiting, and anaphylaxis. The practice notes that more than 90% of food allergies in children are caused by cow's milk, hen's egg, soybean, wheat, peanut, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish, while shellfish, fish, peanut, and tree nut allergies are most common in adults.
- Thorough history and physical exam
- Review of previous health history and family history
- Determination of home and work triggers
- Allergy testing and oral challenge if indicated
Indoor Allergies (Pets / Dust Mites)
Indoor allergy evaluation at Allergy MD includes testing for mold, pet dander, cockroach, and dust mites. The practice highlights the link between rhinitis and asthma: approximately 40% of patients with chronic rhinitis also have asthma, and about 80% of patients with asthma suffer with persistent nasal symptoms.
- Congestion
- Sneezing
- Runny nose
- Itchy nose
- Itchy eyes
Our Physicians
Allergy MD's clinical team consists of three board-certified allergists. Each physician is described on the practice's website as experienced in the evaluation and treatment of seasonal allergies, food allergies, dermatitis, eczema, asthma, and more, and dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care.
Reenal Patel, MD — Founder
Dr. Reenal Patel founded Allergy MD and is Board Certified in Pediatrics and Allergy & Immunology. Originally from Florida, she moved to New York City to complete her medical school training in 2006 and went on to complete her Allergy & Immunology training at Rutgers-UMDNJ. Before opening her own practice she worked in Manhattan. NYU Langone also lists her on its physician directory as a pediatric allergy & immunology specialist.
- Board Certified in Pediatrics
- Board Certified in Allergy & Immunology
- Founder, Allergy MD
- Allergy & Immunology fellowship: Rutgers-UMDNJ
- Pediatrics residency: Maimonides Medical Center
Jenna Jung, MD
Dr. Jenna Jung is an American Board of Pediatrics certified Allergist who treats children and adults of all ages for allergies, asthma, and immunological problems. She is a published researcher and presenter within her field.
- MD: Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA
- Pediatric residency: Cohen Children's Medical Center, Great Neck, NY
- Allergy and Immunology fellowship: Cohen Children's Medical Center, Great Neck, NY
Andrea Burke, MD
Dr. Andrea Burke is an American Board of Allergy and Immunology certified Allergist who treats children and adults of all ages for allergies, asthma, and immunological problems. She is a published researcher and presenter within her field.
- MD: University College Cork, Cork, Ireland
- Allergy and Immunology fellowship: McMaster University, Ontario, Canada
Locations & Office Hours
Allergy MD maintains two offices on either side of the East River, both designed to be convenient for NYC-area patients by car and public transit.
Long Island City (Queens)
The flagship Long Island City office sits one stop from Grand Central Station and is described as conveniently located and accessible via all major subways and roads.
- Address: 1017 Jackson Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101
- Phone: 718-971-9095
- Fax: 718-584-5869
- Email: [email protected]
- Hours: Monday–Friday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Same-day appointments available
Boerum Hill (Brooklyn)
The Boerum Hill office in Brooklyn extends Allergy MD's coverage across the river and is accessible by subway and car.
- Address: 395 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217
- Phone: 718-392-1910
- Fax: 718-392-4952
- Email: [email protected]
- Hours: Monday–Thursday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM; Friday closed
- Same-day appointments available
Getting Here
Allergy MD's Book Appointment page walks patients through transit and driving directions to both offices. The LIC office is one stop from Grand Central and right off the Midtown Tunnel (Exit 15 off I-495 West; Exit 13 off I-495 East). The Boerum Hill office sits on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn.
- 7 train to Vernon–Jackson Blvd Station (LIC)
- E or M train to Court Square Station, transfer to 7 (LIC)
- G train to 21 Street–Van Alst Station, then walk (LIC)
- NWR train to Queensborough Plaza, transfer to 7 (LIC)
- LIRR to Hunterspoint Avenue, then walk or transfer to 7 (LIC)
- NYC Ferry to Hunters Point South, then walk (LIC)
- A or G train to Hoyt–Schermerhorn (Brooklyn)
Shot Schedule (Immunotherapy)
Allergy MD administers allergen immunotherapy (allergy shots) on a dedicated weekly schedule, separate from regular office hours. Patients on a shot regimen — including those who have relocated — continue to be managed by the practice; one Healthgrades reviewer describes coordinating ongoing allergy serums with Dr. Patel after moving out of state.
- Monday–Friday 9:00 AM–4:45 PM
- Available at both locations
- Custom serum formulation for ongoing patients
Insurance & Payment
The practice states on its Our Office page that it is 'in network with a majority of plans' and asks patients to click through for the full list, with the team making every effort to review insurance information prior to the visit.
- In-network with majority of insurance plans
- Accepts all major credit cards
- Accepts cash
- Insurance reviewed prior to visit
First Visit & Appointments
Allergy MD encourages patients to book online or by phone and offers same-day appointments and flexible scheduling. The practice also accommodates telehealth visits, as referenced in patient reviews.
- Same-day appointments
- Flexible scheduling
- Online booking available
- Telehealth visits available