Dr. John Simpson, MD


Physician
Allergy

Premier Allergist
6355 Walker Lane
Suite 307
Falls Church, Virginia 22310
For an appointment, call (703) 778-8201
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Medical Expertise of Dr. John Simpson, MD

Dr. John Simpson is a board-certified Washington DC allergist who has been providing care to patients for a wide range of allergic and immunologic conditions for over 25 years.

Dr. Simpson served as Past President of the Greater Washington Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology Society, Allergy & Asthma Society of Virginia.

Conditions Treated

Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anaphylaxis (Anaphyactic Shock)
Asthma
Atopic Dermatitis
Food Allergy
Hereditary Angioedema (HAE)
Hives (Urticaria)
Sinusitis

Procedures & Services

Allergy Shots (Immunotherapy)
Allergy Tests
Epinephrine Auto-Injectors
Food Challenge Test
Lung Function Tests
Patch Testing for Contact Dermatitis

Tips & Wisdom

Oral Food Challenge - Diagnosing Food Allergies
Challenge testing is when an allergen is given to a patient in small doses under medical supervision to see if there is an allergic reaction. This test is commonly done to diagnose food and drug allergies. This test is the most accurate way to tell if a patient is allergic to a certain food or drug. A challenge test may also be considered to see if a patient has outgrown an allergy. What is an Oral Food Challenge? An oral food challenge (OFC) is a type of challenge test where a patient is ...

Patient Education Resources

Asthma Medication Savings
Click on the image to access medication savings. In most cases,this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medication from the pharmacy. Offers may be time-limited....
Eggplant makes my mouth itchy. Am I allergic to it?
If eating eggplant causes itching in your mouth, it is possible that you have an allergic reaction to it. Food allergies are caused by an abnormal response of the immune system to certain proteins fou...
I have asthma. Should I have an asthma action plan?
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...
Is there a treatment for food allergy?
The treatment for food allergies is to strictly avoid the allergenic food, and in case of accidental exposure, the use of rescue medications such as antihistamines and epinephrine (injectable) in the ...
What are treatments for my child’s asthma?
The treatment of childhood asthma is similar to that of adult asthma, but there are some important considerations.The main goal of treatment is to control symptoms, prevent exacerbations and improve t...

Education & Training

  • Medical School: University of South Carolina School of Medicine
  • Pediatric Residency: Children’s Hospital of Alabama
  • Allergy Immunology Fellowship: Duke University; Cellular Immuno-Biology at University of Alabama Birmingham