Medical Expertise of Dr. Eric Boren, MD
Dr. Eric Boren is board certified Bakersfield allergist and immunologist. He provides care to patients for all ages for a wide range of allergic disorders, including allergies, asthma, eczema and food allergies.
His passion for medical research has had an outlet as an Investigator in phase III and phase IV Clinical Research trials since 2008.
About Dr. Eric Boren, MD
Dr. Boren is Board-Certified with the American Board of Allergy and Immunology (ABAI) and the American Board of Internal Medicine(ABIM).
Before joining Kern Allergy Medical Clinic, Inc. in 2008, Dr. Boren was an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of California, Davis (2003-2006), where he also had a fellowship in Allergy/Immunology. Dr. Boren has published several articles in medical journals.
He is a Fellow of the American College of Allergy Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) and the American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI).
Tips & Wisdom
Asthma is a common lung disorder which can present with episodes of cough, wheeze, tightness in the chest and shortness of breath. Asthma is caused by inflammation of the lining of the airways in the lungs which leads to limitation of airflows from and to these tubes. Asthma may develop at any age. Common causes and triggers include: environmental allergens such as pollens, dust, mold, and danders irritants such as cigarettes smoke, solvents. emotional stresses exercise respirat...
Patient Education Resources
There is some evidence to suggest that gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, may be a trigger for asthma symptoms in some individuals. However, the relationship between gluten and asthma ...
EpiPens do have an expiration date, and it is important to replace them before they expire. The expiration date can be found on the packaging and the device itself.An expired EpiPen® may not work ...
Biologics are a class of medications that can be used to treat eczema, a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation and itching. Biologics work by targeting specific parts of the immune syst...
It's important for those with asthma to have an asthma action plan.An asthma action plan is a written document that outlines specific steps for managing asthma symptoms and preventing asthma attac...
Severe asthma is a type of asthma that is characterized by frequent exacerbations, or "flare-ups," and difficulty controlling symptoms with traditional asthma medications. The treatment of s...
Education & Training
Dr. Boren completed his Internal Medicine Residency at Santa Barbara College Hospital, where he was Chief Resident. He received his M.D. from University of California, Davis, a B.S. in Physiology from UCLA, and an Associate of Science in Biology from Bakersfield College.
Professional Affiliations
Kern Allergy Medical Clinic, Inc.
Headaches, stuffy nose, itchy skin, difficulty breathing or an allergic reaction to food – any one of these conditions can de-rail your day. But it’s possible to get relief and enjoy a better quality of life. Kern Allergy Medical Clinic, Inc. helps adults and children breathe clearly, be free of itching, and live without fear of allergic reactions. We’re caring specialists who have the board certification it takes to properly diagnose and mange your Allergic conditions. Accurate testing leads to successful treatment and management of allergy and immune system conditions. Our goal is to make life better for every person who comes to our practice.
We delight in seeing patients control conditions, such as:
- Asthma
- Nasal Allergies and Sinusitis
- Hives, Swelling, and Rashes
- Food Allergy
- Atopic Dermatitis/Eczema
- Drug Allergy
- Bee Sting Allergy
- Immune System Evaluation