Clinic Hours:
| Week Day | Office Hours | Injection Hours |
|---|---|---|
Monday | Office Hours8:30am – 4:30pm | Injection HoursMorning: 8:30am – 11:30am Afternoon: 1:30pm – 4:30pm |
Tuesday | Office Hours9:30am – 5:30pm | Injection HoursMorning: 9:30am – 5:30pm (Injections Through Lunch) |
Wednesday | Office Hours8:30am – 4:30pm | Injection HoursMorning: 8:30am – 11:30am Afternoon: 1:30pm – 4:30pm |
Thursday | Office Hours8:30am – 11:30am | Injection HoursMorning: 8:30am – 11:30am No PM patients |
Our Mission
We offer the complete range of allergy testing at our clinic — environmental skin prick testing, food allergy testing, drug allergy evaluation including penicillin de-labeling (especially helpful for adults who’ve been carrying a ‘penicillin allergy’ label since childhood that may no longer apply), venom testing, and patch testing. Most testing is completed in one visit with results reviewed the same day. For long-term relief, we provide customized allergen immunotherapy (allergy shots and sublingual options), which is often life-changing for Midtown residents whose lives revolve around walking, biking, restaurant patios, and outdoor festivals.
Asthma care is a major focus of our Midtown practice. Air quality in the inner loop is influenced by ozone, particulate matter, ship channel emissions, and the dense traffic of I-45, I-69, and 288 — all of which can worsen asthma even in patients with relatively mild allergies. We use objective testing including spirometry
and FeNO to confirm asthma, distinguish it from vocal cord dysfunction or anxiety-related breathing patterns, and tailor controller therapy. For patients with severe, biologic-eligible asthma, eosinophilic asthma, nasal polyps, or atopic dermatitis, we administer Dupixent, Xolair, Nucala, Fasenra, and Tezspire in-office, on schedule.
Trusted Team Of
Southwest Asthma & Allergy Associates Providers
Dr. R. Matthew Bloebaum, MD
Dr. Meng (Marcus) Chen, MD, FACAAI
Dr. Yongxin Chen, MD
Jeannie Encarnacion, PA-C
Dr. Michael Li-Chien Chou, MD
Dr. Salvador Figueroa III, MD
Dr. Glenn B. Kline, MD
Dr. John P. Kelley, MD, FACAAI
Dr. Kenneth T. Kray, MD
Dr. Juan C. Zambrano, MD, FAAAAI, FACAAI
Dr. Tarah Talakoub, D.O.
Why Choose Us
What Makes Us Different
Specialized Allergy & Asthma Care
Evidence-Based Treatment
Advanced Testing & Diagnostics
Asthma Management & Education
Allergy Relief Solutions
Compassionate, Patient-Centered Care
10 Clinics Across Houston
Best Doctors, Exceptional Care
Same-Day Appointments
Most Insurances Accepted
FAQs
Common Questions
Quality Care On Your Terms
Insurance Plans Accepted
At Southwest Asthma & Allergy Associates, we believe that managing your allergies and asthma should never be complicated by financial concerns. We are proud to accept a wide range of insurance plans, including:
Patient Stories
What Our Patients Have To Say
I have been a patient of SW Allergy & Asthma since 1991. I have used it’s Smith Street location for around 15 years. It’s location is excellent for people living inside the Loop. Dr. Chen has been my doctor the entire time at the Smith location. He is an exceptional physician and has kept my allergies in check. He listens attentively and makes sensible recommendations. He knows who I am when he sees me and I’m not just a number. Lorraine at the front desk is fantastic and also knows me even when I call by phone.
C Mac
★★★★★Dr Chen has been my asthma and allergy doctor for 12 years. Figuring up this morning. They are wonderful. And here’s one of the good things about SWAAA… If you have a medical department at your company, you can have your serum sent to your medical department to give you shots while you’re there at the office. You don’t have to come to the doctor’s office to get your allergy shots.
Paula Z
★★★★★Incredible care at SWAAA Clinic in Midtown! From the warm welcome at the front desk with René to the outstanding attention and professionalism of our favorite Dr. Chen, every visit has been a wonderful experience. The staff is caring, attentive, and truly go above and beyond. We absolutely love this clinic and highly recommend it!
Maximus Medici
★★★★★Dr. Chen is very kind and dedicates ample time to his patients, and all the staff are very attentive to their needs. Excellent service.
America Castellanos
★★★★★The best staff I have ever experienced, from the moment I walked I have always been treated with kindness and care. They have exceeded my expectations and really helped me on this journey with my allergies.
Paola Cantu
★★★★★The environment is welcoming and everyone here is so kind. I’ve been coming here for about 11 years and I have no complaints. They are always willing to work with you and always greet you with a smile!!
Maria Medrano
★★★★★Schedule An Appointment Today
We designed our practice with the Midtown lifestyle in mind: efficient appointments, transparent communication, electronic medical records that sync with your other providers, telehealth follow-ups for established patients, and most major insurance plans accepted. Whether you commute to the Texas Medical Center, work from a Midtown coworking space, or attend Rice or UH, we make specialty allergy and asthma care fit into your schedule. Call today or book online to schedule your visit at our clinic serving Midtown, Houston.