SAAT — Soliman Auricular Allergy Treatment
If you've been diagnosed with alpha-gal, you already know what it costs. Reading every label. Explaining yourself at restaurants. The anxiety of eating anything you didn't cook.
SAAT was developed for exactly this problem — a treatment that addresses the allergic response itself rather than managing the fallout after exposure.
Ready to book?
SAAT appointments can be scheduled online. If you'd rather talk it through first, call (336) 891-9167 — happy to answer questions before you book.
What SAAT is.
Soliman Auricular Allergy Treatment is a patented technique developed by Dr. Nader Soliman. It uses a single 3mm needle — thinner than a hair — placed at a specific point on the right ear that corresponds to the allergen being treated.
The needle stays in place for up to four weeks, held by a small piece of medical-grade adhesive. It's virtually unnoticeable. You can shower, sleep, and go about your life normally. Many patients need only one treatment per allergen.
Certified in SAAT and Auricular Medicine
Leah Gallimore, DACM, L.Ac.
Certified in Soliman Auricular Allergy Treatment (SAAT™) — trained by Dr. Nader Soliman, 2024
Certified in Auricular Medicine — trained by Dr. Nader Soliman, 2025
Licensed Acupuncturist, North Carolina, since 2021
SAAT can only be performed by practitioners certified in the technique. Few providers in the Triad and across North Carolina offer it, which is why patients travel to us from out of the area.
Alpha-gal syndrome — the red meat allergy transmitted by the lone star tick, which is widespread across North Carolina and the Piedmont Triad
Food allergies and sensitivities, including gluten, dairy, nuts, shellfish, and soy
Environmental allergies — pollen, mold, dust, pet dander, grasses
MCAS (Mast Cell Activation Syndrome)
Chemical and contact sensitivities
Sun sensitivity and photosensitivity
If you don't see your allergen listed, call. The technique isn't limited to a fixed list.
What SAAT is used for
Why Winston-Salem patients ask about alpha-gal.
North Carolina sits in the heart of lone star tick territory, and alpha-gal diagnoses have climbed sharply across the state. Most patients are told there's nothing to do but avoid mammal meat, dairy, gelatin, and a long list of hidden ingredients — indefinitely.
Because so few practitioners offer SAAT, patients travel to us from across the Triad, throughout North Carolina, and from neighboring states. If you're coming from a distance, call and we'll help you plan the visit.
SAAT offers another option. You can book online, or call (336) 891-9167 if you'd like to talk it through first.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it work for everyone?
No treatment does, and any practice that tells you otherwise isn't being straight with you. Response varies by person and by allergen. We'll discuss realistic expectations for your specific situation, and we'll tell you honestly if we don't think you're a good candidate.
Are the needles visible?
Barely. It sits in the ear under a small adhesive dot. Most people around you won't notice it.
Can I still take my allergy medication?
Don't stop any prescribed medication without talking to the physician who prescribed it. SAAT is not a replacement for emergency medication — if you carry an epinephrine auto-injector, keep carrying it.
Do I need to keep avoiding my allergen?
Yes, until we've discussed reintroduction. Never test an allergen on your own without talking to us and your physician first.
How long do results last?
This varies by allergen and by individual. Some patients need periodic re-treatment. We'll follow up with you after the needle comes out.
What does it cost?
Pricing varies with patient and number of allergies being treated. Call (336) 891-9167 and we'll go through it with you.
I'm traveling from out of state — how should I plan?
Call ahead and we'll help you schedule. Most patients need a single appointment per allergen, and the needle stays in place afterward, so you won't need to stay in the area.
Auricular Medicine
Auricular medicine is a diagnostic and therapeutic approach that uses the external ear to assess the body as a whole. It was developed in the 1950s by French neurologist Dr. Paul Nogier, who mapped reflex points on the ear corresponding to organs, glands, and body systems.
Because the ear is densely innervated and connected to the central nervous system, it functions as a kind of readout — a place to detect where the body is struggling to regulate itself.
What it is
Practitioners look for what are sometimes described as blockages to healing — interference patterns that keep the body from repairing itself efficiently. Using pulse assessment and specific filters, we identify active reflex points and build a treatment approach from what we find.
As surface-level imbalances clear, deeper patterns often become visible. That's why auricular medicine is typically used across a series of visits rather than a single session — the picture develops as you go.
How it's used
Auricular medicine is often used for complex or long-standing cases where the cause isn't obvious: chronic fatigue, unexplained symptoms, conditions that haven't responded to other approaches, and patients who have "been to everyone" without a clear answer.
This is a specialized treatment and not appropriate for everyone.
Auricular Medicine appointments are arranged by phone after a conversation about whether it's a fit. Call (336) 891-9167.
Who it helps
SAAT appointments can be scheduled online. If you'd rather talk it through first, call (336) 891-9167 — happy to answer questions before you book.
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166 Miller’s Creek Drive, Ste B
Winston Salem, NC 327127