Alhambra CA Allergy Testing, Immunologist & Sinus Doctor

GERIATRICS & GERONTOLOGY ALHAMBRA CA

Dr. Rafi and his team at the Allergy, Asthma, and Sinus Institute specialize in caring for elderly patients. Dr. Rafi completed a one-year fellowship in geriatrics and gerontology at UCLA, with a special focus on immune function and academic non-cosmetic anti-aging.

Our elderly patients are usually over 65, but age alone doesn’t define being elderly. For example, you could be 70, working full-time, in great health, and not considered elderly. On the other hand, you could be 60, dealing with multiple health conditions taking several medications, and fall into the elderly category.

We assess how well you can function at home and outside, consider your existing health issues, and evaluate your medical history complexity.

With every new patient, we begin with a review of their medications and recent lab results and order additional tests if necessary.

Geriatrics & Gerontology
Allergy-and-Immunology

ALLERGY & IMMUNOLOGY ALHAMBRA CA

Welcome to the Allergy, Asthma, and Sinus Institute. We provide highly effective treatments for Allergy, Immunology, Respiratory, and Skin Disorders. Allergy occurs when the immune system reacts to harmless allergens, like dust mites, leading to symptoms such as sneezing, rashes, itching, or shortness of breath. Our treatments are comprehensive and tailored for the best results. We offer advanced testing and a thorough approach to address each person’s condition. We serve all age groups, from infants to older adults, and aim to offer excellent and effective care. It’s time to find the root cause of your condition and put an end to your suffering.

Our specialties include treatment for:

Respiratory Conditions Alhambra CA
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Chronic Bronchitis
  • Chronic Cough
  • Asthma (Allergic and Non-Allergic)
  • Adult-Onset Asthma
  • Exercise-Induced Asthma
  • Allergic Rhinitis (“Hay Fever”)
Skin Disorders Alhambra CA
  • Eczema
  • Psoriasis
  • Atopic Dermatitis
  • Skin Rashes
  • Contact Dermatitis
Immunology Alhambra CA
  • Immune Deficiency (CVID)
  • Recurrent Infections
  • Bacterial and Fungal Infections.
Food and Drug Allergies Alhambra CA
  • Food Allergies
  • Food Intolerance
  • Drug Allergy
  • Multiple Drug Allergies

Our Other Services

Food & Drug Allergy Alhambra CA

If you have a food allergy, your immune system overreacts to a particular protein found in that food. Symptoms can occur when…

Immunology Alhambra CA

If the immune system is malfunctioning, our defenses are down against diseases, such as cancer, autoimmune and allergy…

Skin Allergies & Conditions Alhambra CA

Eczema is the most common skin condition, especially in children. It affects one in five infants but only around one in…

Allergy Testing & Therapies Alhambra CA

We have a variety of testing options at the Allergy, Asthma, and Sinus Institute to help us determine the treatment …

Eosinophilic Esophagitis Alhambra CA

Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) is an allergic/immune condition that causes inflammation or swelling of the esophagus.

Cannabis Allergy Testing Alhambra CA

The symptoms of marijuana allergy include many clinical manifestations depending on how a person was exposed.

Asif Rafi

Dr Asif Rafi

What you can expect on your first visit:

Your first visit to Dr. Rafi is very comprehensive. We take your history to learn all aspects of your condition and perform an initial examination. Most likely, we will perform skin testing during this visit. It might be skin testing for classic allergies or patch testing for allergic contact dermatitis. We also test for exhaled nitric oxide (called FeNO) to determine the level of allergic inflammation in your lungs. We offer spirometry for assessment of lung function. We can perform nasal endoscopy with a flexible fiber optic endoscopy to assess for nasalpolyps, deviated septum, and candidiasis.