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Allergist & Allergy Clinic in La Jolla, San Diego

9850 Genesee Ave, # 710, La Jolla, CA 92037

Phone - 858-260-2977 Fax- (858) 260-2978

Local allergy doctors and specialists at the Modena Health La Jolla allergy clinic evaluate allergy, asthma, and immune concerns for San Diego patients. The team combines symptom history, examination, prior records, and targeted testing when appropriate. Call the direct office number to confirm preparation and service location.

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Achieve Your Personal Best

Modena Allergy + Asthma

Don't let asthma or allergies hold you back from achieving your goals and living the life you want. Receive personalized attention, answers, and relief from your symptoms with the San Diego and La Jolla allergist team at Modena Health.

With our team of qualified and compassionate experts by your side, led by Dr. Brian Modena and Dr. Ali Doroudchi, there is no better time to enhance your wellness and feel your personal best. Our team at Modena Allergy + Asthma treats patients of all ages with empathy and cutting-edge therapies to help them and their families breathe a little easier. Schedule a consultation with one of our providers today to learn how treating food allergies, environmental allergies, asthma, and immunological conditions could help make your family life less stressful and live a better quality of life.

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Patient Testimonials

★★★★★

“ONE OF THE BEST HEALTHCARE EXPERIENCES WE HAVE HAD!”

“Wonderful experience! Every single person I spoke with was incredibly friendly and nice. Dr. Doroudchi was so warm, knowledgeable & patient - spent so much time explaining medications and next steps with me. Was very thorough and didn’t feel rushed at all. The office is also beautifully furnished and designed. They offer you beverages & snacks upon arrival. Excellent service and highly recommend!”

- N.P.

“We took our 8-year-old here for his allergy consultation last week and it was easily one of the best healthcare experiences we have had. The entire staff was exceptional. From the doctors to the nurses to the front desk staff, everyone was kind, knowledgeable and helpful. The office was well decorated, comfortable and they offered snacks and refreshments. We are looking forward to continuing the process with them and I will report back as the process moves forward.”

- C.K

“I've been struggling with allergic rhinitis my whole life and have been to multiple doctors who prescribe allergy sprays that never work. I've tried allergy shots in the past that didn't seem to make a difference. I found Modena after being referred by my ENT. The treatment they have me on finally got my allergies under control. The doctors and everyone working in the office is super nice and caring as well!”

– M.N.

“If you're an allergy and/or asthma sufferer, I can't say enough about my experience with Dr. Modena and the entire staff. They were so accommodating right from the start. Water and coffee await you when you arrive. All of my wait times were minimal and they checked in on me from time to time, so I never felt abandoned. I received a questionnaire pre-visit so we hit the ground running. Dr Modena was very thorough, explained everything the direction we would be going for treatment and had all the things I would need ready to go. Sometimes a doctor visit can be unnerving, but this was anything but that. I felt welcomed, and to be honest, had a pretty fun time. The best part, I feel so much better than I did a week ago. Love this place!!!”

– W.B.

Find Your Modena Health Location

Relief is right around the corner

ongoing symptom management is within your reach. Find your closest Modena Health location for expert care from our trusted specialists. Our La Jolla allergists can help you live free and manage breathing symptoms, right in your backyard.

Meet Our Founder

Dr. Brian Modena, Director & CEO

Meet Our Experts

Your Trusted Providers At Modena Health in La Jolla

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Ali Doroudchi, MD

Allergist & Immunologist

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Analisa Hunt

Nurse Practitioner

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Brian Modena, MD, MSc

CEO + Director

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Samantha Arnold

Nurse Practitioner

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Tanha Patel, PA-C

Physician Assistant

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Toan Do, MD

Allergist & Immunologist

Under the direction of Dr. Modena, our team ensures that patients of all ages have access to exceptional care and ongoing symptom management.

The La Jolla care team includes allergy, immunology, and pediatric respiratory clinicians. Profiles describe individual backgrounds and roles; treatment decisions require a patient-specific evaluation and discussion of options.

Allergy and Asthma Evaluation in La Jolla A Natural Choice for Your Family

The Modena Patient Experience

Dealing with an allergy is stressful enough. You want to come to a peaceful place where you can feel comfortable and relaxed. Modena Allergy + Asthma’s offices are designed to meet the needs of families and on-the-go professionals. With our allergists La Jolla and San Diego patients can look forward to feature playrooms for children, coffee bars complete with allergy-sensitive options, and spacious, open, inviting atmospheres. Stop by today to learn how our team can help your family live, work, and breathe easier.

At Modena Health, we are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care that helps you live a full and fulfilling life.

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Modena Allergy + Asthma on Social Media

The team at Modena Allergy + Asthma is all about educating and demystifying allergy testing, whether that is through his videos explaining how allergists treat their patients or from watching his patients go through allergy food challenge tests to test the severity of their reactions. See more by following Modena Allergy + Asthma on your favorite social platform.

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When should you see an allergist?

(Hint: If you're asking this question, it's probably time!)

If you or a loved one is suffering from allergies, asthma, or immune system issues, you should know that your allergist can help you avoid years of confusion, misdiagnoses, and wasted money. Before getting rid of a family pet, remodeling your house, or even moving because of an allergy fear or concern, come to an allergist to identify the culprit and come up with a personalized plan of action.

You shouldn’t have to spend money on at-home food sensitivity tests or drastically eliminate the foods you love; an allergist can help you better understand how best to interpret these results and how and when you should make dietary changes.

A food-allergy evaluation can clarify the diagnosis and support a practical avoidance and emergency plan. Anaphylaxis requires immediate emergency treatment; use prescribed epinephrine as directed and call 911.

You don’t have to suffer for months from ongoing and repeat sinus infections, come see an allergist about new non-surgical treatment options. For repeated or severe infections, come see an allergist to determine if you possibly have a problem with your immune system.

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An allergist can evaluate persistent or suspected allergic conditions and explain which tests are appropriate. For diagnosed food allergy, care includes avoidance guidance and an emergency plan. Anaphylaxis is an emergency and should be treated immediately according to the patient’s action plan, including prescribed epinephrine when directed, followed by calling 911.

Persistent sinus symptoms or recurrent infections have multiple possible causes. An allergist can review the history, prior treatment, and relevant findings, then explain whether testing, medical management, referral, or monitoring is appropriate.

The Answer is Closer Than You Think

Modena Health Near You

Our goal at Modena Health is to get your health and wellness questions answered in a comfortable, low-stress environment. To make that goal easier to achieve than ever before, we've now opened multiple locations across Southern California and Arizona. Click the locations below to find a qualified Modena Health specialist near you who can help you get to the bottom of your health questions.

Care at this location

Services at La Jolla, San Diego

Choose the type of care you are looking for to see relevant evaluations and treatments connected with this clinic. The scheduling team can confirm the right appointment type and current availability.

Prepare insurance and cost questions before scheduling.

Define the Question Before Choosing a Test

How does an allergist decide what evaluation is appropriate?

Allergy and breathing symptoms can have overlapping causes, so the evaluation begins with timing, exposures, severity, and response to treatment. A test is most useful when its result can change a decision. Depending on the history, the clinician may recommend targeted skin or blood testing, lung-function assessment, treatment review, an observed challenge, a procedure, or no immediate testing.

For the Genesee Avenue office, send or bring the records that document the question being evaluated, including prior results and emergency notes. If a breathing test, skin test, or observed procedure is being considered, ask the office for specific medication and preparation instructions. Do not independently stop a controller inhaler or other prescribed treatment.

What should I bring to the appointment?

  • a symptom timeline tied to foods, medicines, seasons, or activities
  • current inhalers, epinephrine devices, and treatment plans
  • prior laboratory, skin-test, lung-function, imaging, or procedure records

This information supports an efficient visit but does not replace the clinician’s individual assessment.

Planning Questions

La Jolla, San Diego Office FAQ

The clinician uses the history, examination, prior results, and the decision that needs to be made to choose a focused test. A broad panel is not automatically useful, and some patients need consultation before any testing is scheduled.

Do not stop a controller inhaler or another prescribed treatment without instructions from the treating team. Call 858-260-2977 for preparation directions tied to the exact appointment or test.

Plan Your Visit

Contact Modena Health La Jolla

Modena Health La Jolla
9850 Genesee Ave, # 710, La Jolla, CA 92037
Phone: 858-260-2977

Appointments and insurance

Calling or submitting an online request does not create a confirmed appointment. The office can verify scheduling, referral or authorization requirements, current insurance participation, preparation instructions, and whether a specific service is provided at this location. Benefits and patient responsibility vary by plan and are determined by the insurer; scheduling does not guarantee coverage.

Emergency symptoms cannot wait for an office reply

Call 911 for severe trouble breathing, blue or gray lips, throat or tongue swelling, fainting, confusion, rapidly worsening symptoms, or suspected anaphylaxis. Follow the patient’s prescribed emergency action plan and use prescribed epinephrine when directed. Do not wait for a clinic callback during a medical emergency.