Archana Narayan, M.D.
Dr. Archana Narayan offers a full range of allergy and immunology services at North Texas Allergy & Asthma Associates. Since joining the practice in 2016, she has provided medical care to patients at two locations in North Texas, Dallas and Plano. Her patients receive personalized medical treatments based on each patient’s lifestyle to obtain the best outcome for each individual. Dr. Narayan’s areas of specialization include asthma, allergic rhinitis, sinusitis, eczema, and food allergies. She welcomes adults, but also has extensive experience and training in pediatrics.
Dr. Narayan graduated with a double degree in biochemistry and religion from the University of Rochester, then received her Doctor of Medicine from St. George’s University School of Medicine. She completed her residency in general pediatrics at Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital at New York Medical College, then did her fellowship training in allergy and immunology at Nassau University Medical Center in Long Island, New York.
During her fellowship training, Dr. Narayan was awarded the 2005 American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology Second Place Clemens von Pirquet Award for best research in allergy and immunology. She’s board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and the American Board of Allergy and Immunology.
After practicing for several years at an Allergy and Asthma specialty group near Chicago, Illinois, Dr. Narayan relocated to the Dallas area to be close to her extended family. She’s thrilled to called herself a new Texan who looks forward to offering medical care to the surrounding community. When she’s not working with patients, Dr. Narayan treasures spending time with her husband and two sons, whose laughter and energy renew her soul. She also practices yoga, enjoys being outdoors and has a passion for the art of dance.
Fellowship
Nassau University Medical Center (an affiliate of the State University at Stony Brook, NY) Allergy/Immunology
Residency
New York Medical College/Maria Fareri Children's Hospital at Westchester Medical Center General Pediatrics
Internship
New York Medical College/Maria Fareri Children's Hospital at Westchester Medical Center General Pediatrics
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EDUCATION
- January 1996 – May 2000 St. George’s University School of Medicine
Doctor of Medicine - September 1991 – May 1995 University of Rochester
Bachelor of Science – Biochemistry
Bachelor of Arts – Religion
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
- March 2016 – present North Texas Allergy & Asthma Associates
Private Practice - July 2007 – November 2009 Allergy and Asthma Clinic, S.C. (Joliet, Illinois)
Private Practice
BOARD CERTIFICATION
American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
ABAI and ABP Maintenance of Certification
American Board of Allergy and Immunology
American Board of Pediatrics
Texas State Licensed
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certified
Basic Life support re-certified
ECFMG Certified-valid indefinitely
Emergency Medical Technician Certified
Q&A with Archana Narayan, M.D.
1. What drew you to medicine?
Having grown up in a family of doctors, medicine was always in my blood. At a young age, I enjoyed studying the sciences and learning how the human body works. It excited me how this knowledge could be applied to help people overcome illness and lead healthier lives.
2. What are your passions outside of work?
I have always had a passion for the art of dance (all forms—classical Indian dance and ballet to Latin, hip hop, modern, etc). Dance transcends age, gender, race, and culture.
3. What’s your favorite restaurant?
Samui Thai Legacy East in Plano
4. Who would you consider to be a role model and why?
I don’t necessarily have one role model, but I appreciate people who turn adversity into opportunity and truly live life to the fullest!
5. What’s your favorite movie or book?
Star Wars Movies
6. What makes North Texas Allergy and Asthma Associates special in your opinion?
In one word, caring. This practice takes great care of its patients and staff and that philosophy translates to excellent, state-of-the-art allergy, asthma, and immunology care provided in a modern, friendly, and patient-centered environment.
7. What do you enjoy most about being a doctor?
The most amazing and fulfilling thing about being a doctor is having the opportunity to use my knowledge and expertise to help a patient who was once debilitated by their condition, lead a full and active life. As an allergist, I am fortunate to be able to participate in the care of my patients and witness their recovery on a daily basis. I am a firm believer in patient education and participation as the key to improving symptoms and therapeutic success. I strive to treat my patients as I would like to be treated.
8. What is the best advice you have ever received?
As my childhood gymnastics coach used to say: “Do not pray for an easy life. Pray to be a strong person.”
9. If you could have a conversation with any person or character, who would it be and why?
My grandparents who have passed on to know what is the “meaning of life” and what is on the other side awaiting us after our earthly life ends.
10. If you could only eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be?
New York City pizza or spicy Indian food.