Dr. Richard Wachs, MD, Albuquerque, NM | Allergist

About Dr. Richard Wachs

**Please note that this provider only sees Allergy- and Sinus-related issues. If you have Ear- or Throat-related medical concerns, please select another provider.** Dr. Richard A. Wachs is a board-certified provider in Allergy, Immunology and Pediatrics, as well as a champion of patient education. Before joining the team, Dr. Wachs was very involved in the asthma and allergy community in New Jersey, including serving as an Assistant Clinical Professor with the UMDNJ-SOM Department of Pediatrics, and founding Food Allergy Connections, South Jersey’s Food Allergy Support Organization. Earning recognition both locally and nationally for his outreach, Dr. Wachs was voted South Jersey Magazine’s Top Doc nine years in a a row. Drawn to medicine since early High School, Dr. Wachs discovered his passion for working with asthma patients and their families during his military service, including starting an Asthma Education program for the Air Force, a novel program at the time. This drive for better education resources is part of his core motivation to give patients with a better understanding of their disease in order to improve overall health, treatment compliance, and happiness of the family. Dr. Wachs received his MD from Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and completed his residency in Pediatric Medicine at Keesler Air Force Base, as part of the 81st Medical Group. While serving as a commissioned officer in the Air Force, Dr. Wachs practiced as a pediatrician for 4 years at Maxwell Air Force Base in Montgomery, AL. Followed by an allergy and immunology fellowship at Jefferson University Hospital and Alfred I. du Pont Hospital for Children, Dr. Wachs then turned his focus towards treating food allergies and developing strong community advocacy programs for families affected. Dr. Wachs is an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox, and he’s looking forward to this upcoming season.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Chronic sinusitis

Asthma

Chronic nose and throat inflammation due to allergies

Immune deficiency disease

Chronic sinusitis

Asthma

Chronic nose and throat inflammation due to allergies

Immune deficiency disease

Office location

Aspire Allergy & Sinus

4901 Lang Ave NE, #100, Albuquerque, NM 87109

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Education and background

Practice names

Aspire Allergy & Sinus

Education and training

Medical School - Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Doctor of Medicine
Keesler Air Force Base Satellite Pharmacy, Residency in Pediatrics
Jefferson University Hospital and Alfred I. du Pont Hospital for Children, Fellowship in Allergy and Immunology

Professional memberships

American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1619922622

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What practice does Dr. Richard Wachs work with?

Dr. Richard Wachs works with Aspire Allergy & Sinus.

Where is Dr. Richard Wachs's office located?

Dr. Richard Wachs's office is located at 4901 Lang Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Richard Wachs?

Dr. Richard Wachs frequently sees patients for Allergy Consultation, Allergy Shots, Allergy Testing, Pediatric Allergy Consultation, and Sinus Problems / Sinusitis. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Richard Wachs on their profile.