allergist

[ al-er-jist ]

noun

1. a physician specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of allergies.

allergist

/ ˈælədʒɪst /

noun

1. a physician skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or conditions caused by allergy

Word History and Origins

Origin of allergist¹

First recorded in 1930–35; allerg(y) + -ist

Example Sentences

Despite their long use, scientists don’t know exactly how allergy shots work, says Lisa Wheatley, an allergist at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.

From Science News

“This recommendation does fill a significant unmet need for a really ignored younger population,” said FDA committee member Michael Nelson, an allergist and immunologist at the University of Virginia School of Medicine in Charlottesville.

From Science News

Even so, Caston likes dogs and has dreamed of owning a husky, much to his allergist’s dismay.

From Washington Post

Other allergists support the toothpaste concept, though some worry about dose control and safety.

From Science News

“She’s not allergic to covid,” said Purvi Parikh, an allergist and immunologist with the Allergy and Asthma Network, who has seen several covid patients reporting similar reactions.

From Washington Post