El Monte CA Allergy Testing, Immunologist & Sinus Doctor

GERIATRICS & GERONTOLOGY EL MONTE CA

Dr. Rafi and his team at the Allergy, Asthma, and Sinus Institute specialize in the care of older adults. Dr. Rafi completed a one-year geriatrics and gerontology fellowship at UCLA, along with a specialized program in advanced geriatrics. His expertise centers on enhancing immune function and academic anti-aging that’s not focused on cosmetics.

While most of our patients are typically aged 65 and above, it’s important to note that being considered “geriatric” isn’t solely defined by age. You could be 70, leading an active, healthy life, and not fall into this category. On the other hand, a 60-year-old with multiple health conditions and a list of medications could be considered geriatric.

We assess your functional abilities both at home and in your daily life, taking into account any comorbidities and the complexity of your medical history. When a new patient comes to us, we begin with a thorough review of their medications and recent lab results, and we may order additional tests as necessary.

Geriatrics & Gerontology
Allergy-and-Immunology

ALLERGY & IMMUNOLOGY EL MONTE CA

At the Allergy, Asthma, and Sinus Institute, we offer highly effective advanced treatments for Allergy, Immunology, Respiratory, and Skin Disorders. Allergy happens when your immune system reacts to usually harmless triggers like dust mites, resulting in symptoms like sneezing, rashes, itching, or breathlessness. Our treatments are thorough and customized to ensure the best results for you. We provide state-of-the-art testing and a comprehensive approach to address your unique condition. Our care is suitable for people of all ages, from infants to older adults, and our goal is to deliver exceptional and successful treatment. It’s time to alleviate your suffering and discover the root cause of your condition!

Our specialties include treatment for:

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

Our Other Services

Food & Drug Allergy El Monte CA

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

Immunology El Monte CA

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

Skin Allergies & Conditions El Monte 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 El Monte CA

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

Eosinophilic Esophagitis El Monte CA

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

Cannabis Allergy Testing El Monte 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.