Asthma Doctor in Manhattan

If you’re wheezing, coughing at night or reaching for your rescue inhaler more than twice a week, your asthma isn’t under control, and it can be. Dr. Arthur Lubitz, a board-certified allergist and immunologist, has treated asthma in New Yorkers for more than 35 years at his Midtown West office, 244 West 54th Street. He sees adults 18 and older, and appointments are often available this week.

Why see an allergist for asthma

Many adults with asthma have an allergic trigger: dust mites, pets, mold, cockroach allergen or pollen. An allergist can find those triggers and treat them, not just the symptoms. That’s the difference between getting through each flare-up and having fewer of them.

Your first visit

1. History. A review of your symptoms, triggers, medicines and past flare-ups.

2. Breathing tests. Spirometry measures how well your lungs move air.

3. Allergy testing when allergies may be driving your asthma, with skin test results the same visit. See Allergy Testing.

4. A written plan: which inhaler to use every day, what to do when symptoms flare, and when to call.

Treatment options

Daily controller inhalers (inhaled steroids, alone or combined with a long-acting bronchodilator) to prevent attacks.

Rescue inhalers for quick relief, and a check of your technique so the medicine reaches your lungs.

Allergy shots or drops when allergies trigger your asthma. See Allergy Shots and Drops.

Biologic injections such as Xolair, Nucala, Fasenra, Dupixent and Tezspire for asthma that stays hard to control. See Asthma Injections (Biologics).

Common questions

Can adults develop asthma? Yes. Asthma can start at any age, and adult-onset asthma is often linked to allergies, infections or workplace exposures.

How do I know if my asthma is controlled? Needing your rescue inhaler more than twice a week, waking at night or limiting exercise are signs it isn’t.

Does insurance cover asthma visits? Most plans do. See the Insurance Guide or call (212) 247-7447.

Book a visit

Book online through Zocdoc or call (212) 247-7447. Appointments available this week.