Allergy & Asthma Consultants

I highly recommend Dr. Alvarez. I’ve suffered from chronic allergies my whole life and I finally threw my arms up last fall after a horrible ragweed season and said it’s time to try something different. That’s when I found Dr. Alvarez.
Since my first visit, he has been very kind and informative, taking the time to explain to me more about my allergies and how they affect my body, and the difference between how antihistamines would ‘treat’ allergies as opposed to something like shot treatment. He’s also a nice, fun guy who seems to take a genuine interest in me as a person (not just as a patient) and always asks specific questions about my work and hobbies which he remembers from our previous visits.
Dr. Alvarez made a few suggestions about some different over the counter meds that I could try to help manage my allergies in the meantime while I undergo shot treatment, such as Flonase (which works great for me). He’s even offered pointers about how and where to get my meds on the cheap, which I appreciate.
I’m still early in the process, but I haven’t had a significant attack since I started my shots and am very positive about the results thus far. This office has a very nice, efficient first-​come first-​serve approach to the shot administration and I’m always in and out quickly, which really helps. To any allergy sufferers, I recommend you stop by this place and ask for Dr. Alvarez.

Looks like i’m branching off and reviewing my new doctor. After 3 months of suffering from allergies and countless visits to my primary care doctor getting just temporary relief I got the privilege of meeting Dr Paul Vigo. He sincerely listened to my problems and current regiment of antihistamines, holistic practices, decongestants, inhalers, and cough suppressants but still maintain a chronic cough.
I was at my last straw. I thought I have to move out of Austin to feel better. Dr Vigo gave me a couple of shots that helped with the cough and congestion with direction to stop taking antihistamines to he have the fun and exciting allergy testing.
I was introduced to the nicest nurse. I think her name was Shannon whom preformed the procedure of 64 sticks, 24 of them intradermal by syringe and 40 just little needle sticks. I should remember her name, after all she gave me 64 reasons I should but she had a great hand, was well organized with a great bedside manner and informative to make me feel at ease. She turned on an video which talked about allergies and treatments to help take my mind off of the sticks and a hour later she documented the results. lucky needles don’t bother me. just mild discomfort. She gave a anti itch medicine and stressed the importance of not scratching them to prevent infection of the injection sites.
The staff got me an immediate next day appointment for Dr Vigo to access the results and come up with a medical plan. I was expecting allergy shots or drops if my insurance would cover but he instead wanted to try to treat it with just medicines. That was great news. I work long hours and taking time off to get shots would definitely hinder my work load and schedule. He prescribed me some different medications and consulted on the use and how each medicine takes care of my variety of conditions and as a parting gift gave me some very pricy samples and a couple of coupons. Unfortunately for me 2 of the prescriptions are not covered by my insurance. Sigh. I go back in 5 weeks to see how well the medicine regiment goes.
Well great news is my constant coughing has stopped. I greatly reduced blowing my nose. My voice is recovering from the irritation and I just feel 100% better
I strongly recommend Dr Vigo and his staff to handle your Austin Cedar allergies. Yes, I noticed that 1 of the front desk ladies was moody at my first visit but in my subsequent visits she was very nice. The other front office staff ladies are very nice. I don’t know how well the allergy shot people are but from what I’ve seen since they are out in the open in a side open room in the waiting room. I personally think they should use the curtain while patients are inside but from what I saw they didn’t mind the openness.
hope this review helps.

I like the Drs but receptionist is rude. So rude that I was compelled to change Dr’s to avoid interacting with her. The sad part is that I was a patient here for better part of 10 years.

I cannot recommend Austin Allergy nor (especially) Dr Alvarez at all. My experience was wtf-​worthy. I got called back on my first visit and they took my vitals, then led me to a testing room. I was confused because I’d been told I would be seeing a doctor first, and asked them about it. It turns out they had me mixed up with another patient who was supposed to be getting skin tested, so I waited a while longer and finally ended up meeting with Dr Alvarez.
Dr Alvarez is fresh out of residency, and explained to me that not only would he not do any skin or blood testing for food allergies because, as he put it, intolerances «aren’t real» and the blood tests «aren’t backed by science» (what?). I asked him what my options were for figuring out my food allergies if I couldn’t be tested, asking if an elimination diet (arguably the most accurate way to figure out food issues, generally highly recommended by allergists) would be my only option. He said he wouldn’t recommend an elimination diet because «I would risk developing new allergies» (again, what?). I mentioned that I’d isolated soy as a possible problem and he said he wouldn’t recommend avoiding it because I might, again, «develop a *real* allergy» to it. Because apparently there’s no such thing as neurological symptoms associated with food allergies and unless you’re at risk for anaphylaxis, it’s not a «real» allergy.
In the mean time, Dr Alvarez made sure to try to prescribe me two medicines I didn’t ask for nor want, tell me repeatedly that I need to lose weight, attempt to prescribe me heartburn medicine for no discernible reason other than me saying that post nasal drip causes stomach upset and, on rare occasions, heartburn (but no you should definitely take a prescription for it every single day when you get it maybe a couple times a month and you’ve explained that it is mild and not very bothersome and the *cause* is post nasal drip thanks to environmental allergens…).
Basically, I would not recommend Dr Alvarez to anyone. I’ve not met any other doctors of this practice and cannot comment on them, but this experience on top of the mixup with my records is cause enough for me to look elsewhere for an allergist.

I highly recommend Dr. Vigo. My allergy shots have been life changing. I am allergic to everything in the air– pollen, ragweed, cedar, molds, dust, cat hair, dog hair, grasses… to name a few. I used to carry a box of kleenex with me literally everywhere, to everything. After being on the shots for a little under a year, all that has stopped. I can breath, my nasal drainage has gone away significantly and my eyes aren’t constantly itchy and red.
Thank you thank you thank you Dr. Vigo!

Dr. Gutierrez is fantastic. She took the time to listen to my questions (uncommon for most doctors I’ve been to), and gave me thoughtful advice as a result of it.

I came in here with pretty high expectations, especially with all of the really positive Unilocal reviews for this place.
Dr. Vigo is nice, but I never felt like I was worth his time. I was referred to Dr. Vigo by my GP and had an okay experience. It seems like he is always booked really far in advance, and once I finally had an appointment for a consultation, I had to wait another few weeks for allergy testing. I couldn’t even see Dr. Vigo on the same day I had my allergy test done, and had to wait another week just to see him for a quick five minute explanation of my results. I also needed an important document from this office as soon as possible, and every time I would call, they would promise to call me back and fail to call back every single time.
The facilities themselves are wonderful. It’s a new building with lots of parking, and wait times once you’re inside the office aren’t so bad. Like I said, I had an okay experience here, but I’ll probably be looking elsewhere for a doc that seems to care a bit more.

I love this place.
Smooth, efficient experience right from the beginning. I got an initial appointment and started the testing process fairly quickly. My doctor is Dr. Vigo who is great — personable, listens closely, and very helpful.
The staff members who give injections are always careful and kind, as are front desk staff. Great experience all around. I highly recommend this practice.

Dr. Peters is one of the best doctors I have ever encountered. He is not only incredibly knowledgable about the various allergy treatments, but he also has a warm and friendly demeanor. He was extremely patient and acted as if there were no other patients waiting around to see him. He made the entire experience as pleasant as possible. I am truly amazed by how kind, smart and patient he is.

Outstanding service from the time I called to make the appointment to the time I walked out the door.
I was able to get appointment not only within the same day, but within the same hour (!). When I arrived, the staff was exceedingly friendly and quick to get me back.
When I finally met Dr. Dice, he was as intelligent and friendly as any physician I could hope to meet. He was very patient, listening to my signs. He took time to ask questions and conduct a thorough exam. He then left briefly to do some more research, then came back to explain his thoughts.
This isn’t a 5-​minute in-​and-​out operation. Dr. Dice really took time time to work with me as a patient. The whole time, he had a really pleasant, friendly demeanor that I really appreciated.
In short, I highly recommend this office, and Dr. Dice in particular.
Sorry this review wasn’t funny or clever, but the office is just a great office. Not much else to say.

In a nutshell, Dr. Peters is in the process of ending my years of suffering.
I’ve been suffering from grass, tree, mold, household, pet, and food allergies all my life, with all kinds of related problems in my ears, nose and throat. I should have been taken in for treatment and immunotherapy when I was 5 years old, but that’s my parents fault. I went in for a consultation with Dr. Peters and explained all my problems. He seemed fascinated by my case and intent on helping me. He ordered a skin test and I returned in one week for that. While that didn’t feel great (kinda like getting a tattoo but a slower pace), the results were severe and confirmed all my suspicions.
I explained to Dr. Peters that I traveled a lot for my job and wasn’t able to come in 3 times a week to start allergy shots. He said, «No problem!» He explained there was a way to cheat the system with a mass amount of injections at once so I could start at once a week shots. Since they’re open for shots on Saturdays, it does’t interfere with my work schedule.
I’m now at once a week shots, after about 4 dozen injections at once (ouch!). It’s super easy. Almost everyone there is nice (except this one rather unfriendly LVN). Tons of magazines to read while you’re waiting, either to see the doctor, get your shot, or to see if you’re going to react to a shot. You also get appointment reminders two days before hand. No problem with parking either.
If you’re suffering from cedar fever or the like, do yourself a favor and get this done.

I was reluctant about seeing Dr. Dice as he seemed new to the practice and I had already seen a couple of other doctors about my constant cough. However, I am so glad I kept this appointment.
Dr. Dice really took time to listen to how my condition had progressed, did not seem in any hurry (really unusual in today’s managed care) and didn’t suggest every test known to mankind! He treated my immediate symptoms aggressively and had a treatment plan of several months to reinforce this.
He then suggested I could probably discontinue all meds by the end of summer. He explained what he believed to be the cause of my ongoing problem and took time to answer all my questions.
Not only was I so favorably surprised by Dr. Dice, but everyone I came interacted with in the office seemed genuinely happy to be there and wanting to be helpful.
I didn’t know this type of practice still existed.
I couldn’t be happier with my entire experience.

I’ve been a patient of Dr. Ed Peters for years and have referred many people to him. The man is great. Nice, down to earth and straight to the point. He tries to make sure you do not need to come back to his office. Very knowledgeable (he is a doctor) With a great staff.

I love, love, love Dr. Peters. He is very reasonable, listens intently to my symptoms, and pushes for LESS medication, not more. Costs are reasonable, and office is clean, light, and has ample parking. I would highly recommend this office to anybody that suffers from allergies or asthma.

Dr. Painter uses old school techniques but he has really worked with me to get my allergies and asthma under control. He’s a very sweet guy and all the ladies that work there have been sweet as well.
I had a severe reaction to my allergy test and they wasted no time making sure I didn’t die. I go back about every week for an allergy shot and it’s quick & painless. Allergy Immunotherapy is VERY expensive though (the test alone was $ 1,200) so check with your insurance to see what all they cover because I do feel a little over my head when I get the bills sometimes.

Dr Gutierrez is again my lifesaver. She is so sweet and so thorough in the questions she asks to determine what is happening with you. Genuinely caring doctors still exist, people, and she’s one of them. If you were suffering garbage from cedar fever like I was/​am, do yourself a favor and make an appointment with her.

Gracie, the receptionist was as pleasant as can be. The waiting room featured not only free WiFi, but a «swiveling hips» Elvis clock. Michelle, the nurse who greeted me on time, was cheerful and helpful even as she made me do lung function tests. Marsha, who administered a nebulizer treatment, was friendly and really seemed to enjoy working there. All this bodes well for A&AC, LLP.
But the kicker was Dr. Edward Peters. This was my first appointment, trying to chase down a chronic cough/​bronchitis thing that has been plaguing me on and off since January. The office had instructed me to complete 4 pages of medical history paperwork for background, but Dr. Peters approached my case like a mystery, and spent extensive time talking with me about what I had been feeling, medications, varying symptoms, occupation information, travel, etc.
I felt like an episode on «House» as we worked through the differential diagnosis for chronic cough. Throughout the process, including multiple tests and a mid-​appointment treatment, I had the impression that I was Dr. Peters’ only patient. He was relaxed, friendly, inquisitive and informative, and his unhurried approach made it clear that he was genuinely focused on taking as much time as was needed to get to the root of my problem. There was no «rush to judgment» nor any indication he was looking for any easy answer or miracle drug to send me on my way.
I was pleased to hear that at least as far as he can tell this far, that it is NOT an allergy problem. In 50 years of life and 17 years in Austin I have never had allergies, and I was really hoping that this was not a late in life outbreak. I had scary visions of lots of skin tests and a lifetime of weekly allergy shots, but this is not in my future.
My initial appointment lasted 2 hours and left me with a great feeling about my doctor and this office. It also left me feeling confident that we would soon get to the root of my problem, or at least a way to treat it. Can’t really ask for more than that.