Allergist Serving Tequesta, FL
Tequesta residents who need allergy testing, asthma care, or treatment for chronic conditions like eczema and hives have an option just south on US-1: Dr. Jeffrey Jacobs at Allergy & Asthma Specialists of the Palm Beaches. Dr. Jacobs is board-certified in Allergy and Immunology, a Fellow of both AAAAI and ACAAI, and completed his fellowship training at National Jewish Health in Denver, the country's top-ranked respiratory and immunological program. The Jupiter office is roughly a 10-minute drive from Tequesta Village.
Practice Phone Number:
(561) 510-7232
Practice Address:
210 Jupiter Lakes Blvd, Bldg 3000, Suite 202, Jupiter, FL 33458
Why See a Board-Certified Allergist Instead of an ENT or Primary Care?
Tequesta is a small enough community that many residents have grown used to traveling for specialty care. The good news is that for board-certified allergy and immunology care, you do not need to go far. The practice focuses exclusively on allergic, asthmatic, and immunologic conditions, which means every patient gets the depth of evaluation and the range of treatment options that a specialty-focused practice can provide.
Allergy & Asthma Services for Tequesta Patients
Tequesta patients come to the practice for:
- Environmental and food allergy testing using skin prick and blood (specific IgE) methods
- Allergy shots (allergen immunotherapy) and sublingual immunotherapy
- Asthma evaluation, FeNO testing, pulmonary function testing, and ongoing management
- Biologic medications for severe asthma, chronic urticaria, and atopic dermatitis
- Drug allergy testing, particularly penicillin de-labeling
- Eczema and atopic dermatitis care
- Stinging insect allergy evaluation and venom immunotherapy
Tequesta Allergy Environment and What Makes Care Here Different
Tequesta and the surrounding Loxahatchee River area sit at the northern edge of Palm Beach County's distinct allergy zone. Patients here tend to deal with significant mold exposure related to humidity and proximity to wetland areas, along with all of the typical South Florida pollen patterns. Hurricane and tropical storm activity can dramatically increase mold spore counts for weeks at a time, which often shows up in patients as a sudden worsening of asthma or sinus symptoms after a storm.
Getting to the Office from Tequesta
The drive from Tequesta is one of the shortest of any city we serve, approximately 10 to 12 minutes. US-1 is the most direct route for most Tequesta neighborhoods.
Via US-1 (most direct route)
- Head south on US-1 from Tequesta
- Cross the Jupiter Inlet Bridge into Jupiter
- Continue south on US-1 for approximately 2.5 miles
- Turn right (west) onto Indiantown Road
- Continue west, then turn left onto Jupiter Lakes Boulevard
- The Jupiter Medical Plaza will be on your right; our office is in Building 3000
Via I-95 (alternate route from western Tequesta)
- Take Country Club Drive or Island Way to Tequesta Drive
- Continue south and merge onto I-95 South via the Indiantown Road interchange (Exit 87A)
- Take the same Exit 87A and turn west onto Indiantown Road
- Turn left onto Jupiter Lakes Boulevard
- The Jupiter Medical Plaza will be on your right; our office is in Building 3000
Parking
Free parking is available throughout the medical plaza. Visitor parking spaces are located directly in front of Building 3000.
Nearby Areas We Serve
Jupiter • Palm Beach Garden • North Palm Beach • West Palm Beach • Juno Beach • Hobe Sound
BOARD-CERTIFIED ALLERGIST & IMMUNOLOGIST
Meet Dr. Jeffrey Jacobs
Dr. Jeffrey Jacobs is board-certified in Allergy and Immunology by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology. He is a Fellow of both the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology
(AAAAI) and the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology
(ACAAI). Dr. Jacobs completed his fellowship at National Jewish Health in Denver, consistently ranked as the top respiratory hospital in the United States. He treats both adults and children and has built the practice around the principle that allergic and immunologic conditions deserve the depth of evaluation that only a focused specialty practice can provide.
What Patients from Tequesta Say
"Only 10 minutes from Tequesta and worth every minute. Dr. Jacobs is thorough, kind, and you can tell he genuinely cares. My mold allergies are finally under control after years of struggling."
Karen B.
"I live near the Loxahatchee River and the mold exposure was making me miserable. Dr. Jacobs ran the right tests and got me on a treatment plan that actually worked. Wish I'd found him years ago."
Thomas G.
"The whole experience was excellent from scheduling to follow-up. Easy drive down US-1, plenty of parking, and Dr. Jacobs took the time to actually listen."
Susan F.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the drive from Tequesta to your allergist office?
Most Tequesta patients reach our Jupiter office in 10 to 12 minutes. The most direct route is south on US-1, but I-95 is also a good option depending on your starting point in Tequesta.
Does mold exposure cause allergies in Tequesta and the Loxahatchee River area?
Yes, frequently. The combination of high humidity, frequent rainfall, and proximity to wetland and river areas makes mold one of the most common environmental allergen triggers for patients in Tequesta. Symptoms often include nasal congestion, post-nasal drip, coughing, and worsening asthma. Allergy testing identifies whether mold is a primary trigger for you and what treatment options will help.
Are allergies worse after hurricanes and tropical storms?
For many patients, yes. Standing water, increased humidity, and disturbed building materials all create conditions for mold and dust mite proliferation in the days and weeks following a storm. Patients with known mold or dust mite allergies often experience flare-ups for several weeks afterward. We can help you build a post-storm action plan if you live in a flood-prone area.
Do you accept Medicare for Tequesta patients?
Yes. The practice accepts traditional Medicare. We also accept many Medicare Advantage plans, but Medicare Advantage plan acceptance varies by specific carrier, so we recommend calling to verify your particular plan before scheduling.
Can you help if I have already tried antihistamines and nasal sprays without relief?
Yes, and this is one of the most common reasons patients come to a specialist. Over-the-counter antihistamines and nasal steroids work for many people, but when they do not, it usually means either the trigger has not been correctly identified, the dosing or combination is not optimized, or immunotherapy is needed to change the course of the disease rather than just manage symptoms. We can sort out which of those applies to you.
Schedule an Appointment
Schedule an Appointment from Tequesta. Call (561) 624-9188 or use the online booking form. New patient appointments are typically available within one to two weeks for routine testing. Urgent cases involving suspected anaphylaxis, severe asthma flares, or drug allergy reactions are seen sooner.
