Duarte CA Allergy Testing, Immunologist & Sinus Doctor

GERIATRICS & GERONTOLOGY DUARTE CA

Dr. Rafi and his team at the Allergy, Asthma, and Sinus Institute specialize in providing care for elderly patients. Dr. Rafi has completed a one-year fellowship in geriatrics and gerontology at UCLA, along with a special fellowship in advanced geriatrics. His expertise focuses on enhancing immune function and non-cosmetic anti-aging within the academic realm.

Elderly patients in our care are typically over the age of 65, although age alone doesn’t define geriatric status. You might be 70 years old, actively working five days a week, and in excellent health, yet not considered geriatric. Conversely, you could be 60 years old, dealing with multiple medical conditions, taking numerous medications, and fall into the geriatric category.

We assess your functionality both at home and outside, taking into account your comorbidities and the complexity of your medical history. With each new patient, we initiate our evaluation from scratch, starting with a thorough medication review and an examination of recent laboratory results. Additional tests are ordered based on individual needs.

Geriatrics & Gerontology
Allergy-and-Immunology

ALLERGY & IMMUNOLOGY DUARTE CA

At the Allergy, Asthma, and Sinus Institute, we provide highly effective advanced treatments for Allergy, Immunology, Respiratory, and Skin Disorders. Allergy happens 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 thorough and tailored to deliver the best results for you. We offer state-of-the-art testing and a comprehensive approach to address your specific needs. Our care is suitable for all age groups – from infants to older adults. Let’s help you find the cause of your condition and stop the suffering!

Our specialties include treatment for:

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

Our Other Services

Food & Drug Allergy Duarte CA

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

Immunology Duarte CA

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

Skin Allergies & Conditions Duarte 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 Duarte CA

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

Eosinophilic Esophagitis Duarte CA

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

Cannabis Allergy Testing Duarte 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.