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As a lifelong asthma sufferer, our founder, Dr. Brian Modena, knows firsthand the challenges of living with severe asthma. His personal experience has fueled his passion for asthma treatment and research, making it his life’s mission to improve care for asthma patients.
At Modena Allergy & Asthma, our leading asthma specialists focus on getting to the root of the problem. By making accurate diagnoses, uncovering the underlying causes and triggers of asthma, and using objective data to create personalized treatment plans, we help our patients achieve meaningful results. With extensive experience in asthma research and treating severe asthma cases, our team’s expertise ensures you receive the highest level of care.
At Modena Allergy & Asthma, we’re dedicated to helping the world breathe easier, one patient at a time.
At Modena Allergy & Asthma, we take a personalized, comprehensive, and data-driven approach to patient care with the goal of helping every patient breathe easier. Asthma can often be confused with other conditions, such as Paradoxical Vocal Cord Dysfunction (PVCD), dysfunctional breathing, COPD, chronic bronchiectasis, or even undiagnosed cystic fibrosis. That’s why our team leaves no stone unturned in the diagnostic process.
We begin with a detailed exploration of your medical history, symptoms, past treatments, and prior test results. At Modena Allergy & Asthma, we aim to understand your full health story—from childhood to the present. Did your mother have asthma? Were you born prematurely or hospitalized as a child for asthma or breathing issues? Have you experienced frequent colds, sinus infections, or episodes of pneumonia? Did anyone in your home smoke? What medications have you tried, and which have worked?
By asking the right questions and digging deep into your medical history, we ensure no detail is overlooked in crafting a tailored treatment plan that addresses your unique needs.
At Modena Allergy & Asthma, we prioritize early intervention and perform testing as quickly as possible—often on the same day as your visit. Our goal is to provide a thorough evaluation and create a treatment plan that protects your breathing and quality of life for years to come.
Our team starts by asking detailed questions to determine if another condition, such as vocal cord dysfunction or bronchiectasis, might mimic asthma. We also investigate whether underlying or contributing factors, like GERD (heartburn), could be worsening asthma. GERD is a common but often hidden trigger of uncontrolled asthma, and addressing it with lifestyle changes can significantly improve asthma control—sometimes without the need for additional medications.
Common tests we perform to diagnose and evaluate asthma include:
Before your visit, our team will review your previous medical records, notes, and test results to gain a complete understanding of your health. To facilitate this process, we provide a medical release form for you to sign, allowing us to obtain your records in advance.
Recommended for anyone over the age of 6, lung function tests assess how well your lungs are working and measure the level of inflammation caused by asthma. These tests can help determine whether asthma is causing long-term changes to the lungs and whether preventative steps are needed to protect lung health in the future. By measuring oxygen radicals in exhaled breath, we can also identify the type and level of inflammation in the airways.
Allergies often play a significant role in triggering or worsening asthma. Allergy skin testing can identify whether allergies trigger or contribute to your asthma. If a patient has multiple positive skin tests (such as to cats or molds), it’s often a strong indicator that they have asthma. In children, having more than one positive skin test can also provide insight into whether they are likely to “outgrow” their asthma over time. Our allergy skin tests are quick and straightforward and can often be performed on the same day as your visit. To ensure accurate results, we ask patients to stop taking antihistamines at least six days before their appointment.
Blood tests can show key markers of inflammation, helping paint a picture of how asthma may be impacting various body systems.
Once all test results are available, your doctor will review them with you in detail and answer any questions you have about your condition, treatment options, or the underlying biology of your asthma. Together, through a shared decision-making process, you and the doctor will develop a personalized treatment plan that aligns with your goals and preferences, ensuring effective and tailored care to your needs.
Asthma treatment has made remarkable advancements in recent years. For decades, inhaled and oral steroids were the standard approach, but these often caused side effects and weren’t practical for all patients. Today, innovative monoclonal antibody therapies have revolutionized asthma care. These therapies target specific types of inflammation in the lungs, offering more precise, effective, and safer alternatives to steroids.
At Modena Allergy & Asthma, our team is highly trained in the immunological mechanisms of asthma and uses cutting-edge tools like genetic sequencing and machine learning to provide evidence-based, personalized care.
While asthma treatment can involve some trial and error to find the most effective therapy, many patients begin to notice significant improvements within days or weeks after starting the right treatment plan.
Effective asthma management can have life-changing benefits for patients. Breathing becomes easier, energy levels increase, and everyday activities that once felt challenging—like walking, exercising, or even climbing stairs—become manageable again. Proper treatment not only reduces the frequency and severity of asthma attacks but also helps prevent long-term complications, such as permanent lung damage. Patients often regain control of their lives, participating in activities they previously avoided and enjoying greater peace of mind knowing their symptoms are under control.
At Modena Allergy & Asthma, we seek volunteers for a clinical trial designed for asthma patients. The NIMBLE clinical research study is recruiting participants aged 12 and older with severe eosinophilic asthma who are currently benefiting from treatments like Nucala® or Fasenra®.
This study aims to test an investigational drug to determine if it provides the same level of asthma control as Nucala® or Fasenra®. Participating in this trial could help shape the future of asthma treatment while offering you access to innovative care options.
If you want to learn more about this clinical trial or want to explore participation, contact Modena Allergy & Asthma today. Together, we can help advance the science of asthma care and bring you closer to better health.
If you or your child struggle with poorly controlled asthma that regularly disrupts daily life, it’s essential to consult a physician who specializes in asthma care. Asthma treatment has evolved significantly over the past five years, becoming far more advanced, precise, and effective. Modern therapies now target specific types of inflammation, offering better results with fewer side effects compared to traditional steroid treatments.
This shift has also refocused asthma care on preventing the long-term complications associated with uncontrolled asthma, such as permanent lung damage. By addressing asthma early and effectively, you can improve your quality of life today while safeguarding your lung health for the future.
Take the first step toward better breathing and lasting relief. Schedule your consultation with the experts at Modena Allergy & Asthma and discover how personalized care can help you or your child live a healthier, fuller life.
Asthma symptoms can include wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, coughing (especially at night or early morning), and trouble breathing during or after exercise. Symptoms may come and go or worsen with certain triggers like allergens, infections, or cold air.
Asthma is diagnosed based on your symptoms, medical history, and lung function testing. At Modena Health, we may use spirometry, exhaled nitric oxide testing, or a bronchodilator response test to confirm whether your airways are inflamed or restricted.
Yes. While wheezing is a common asthma symptom, some people only experience coughing, tightness in the chest, or shortness of breath. This is often referred to as "cough-variant asthma" and can still require treatment.
Common asthma triggers include allergens (like pollen, pet dander, and dust mites), exercise, respiratory infections, cold air, smoke, strong odors, and stress. Identifying and managing your specific triggers is a key part of effective asthma care.
It depends on the pattern and frequency of your symptoms. Some patients with infrequent symptoms may only need a rescue inhaler, while others benefit from low-dose daily medication to prevent inflammation and flare-ups.
