Geriatrics & Gerontology La Mirada CA
Dr. Rafi and his team at the Allergy, Asthma, and Sinus Institute specialize in the care of geriatric patients. Dr. Rafi completed a one-year fellowship in geriatrics and gerontology at UCLA, along with a specialized program in advanced geriatrics. His primary focus was on enhancing immune function and academic non-cosmetic anti-aging strategies.
While most of our geriatric patients are typically aged 65 and above, we understand that being classified as geriatric isn’t solely determined by age. You might be 70 years old, actively working five days a week, and in excellent health without being considered geriatric. Conversely, a 60-year-old individual with multiple comorbidities and a regimen of 30 medications could be classified as a geriatric patient. We evaluate your functional abilities both within and outside your home, assess your comorbidities, and analyze the complexity of your medical profile.
With each new patient, we start the assessment from the ground up. Our approach usually commences with a thorough medication review and an analysis of recent laboratory results. Subsequently, we conduct additional tests as deemed necessary.
Allergy & Immunology La Mirada CA
At the Allergy, Asthma, and Sinus Institute, we provide highly effective advanced treatments for Allergy, Immunology, Respiratory issues, and Skin Disorders. Allergies happen when the immune system reacts to normally harmless allergens like dust mites, leading to symptoms like sneezing, rashes, itching, or breathing problems. Our treatments are thorough and customized to give you the best results. We use state-of-the-art testing and a comprehensive approach to address your specific condition. We welcome patients of all ages, from infants to older adults, and aim to offer excellent and effective care. It’s time to end your suffering and discover the root cause of your condition.
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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.
