Signal Hill CA Allergy Testing, Immunologist & Sinus Doctor
GERIATRICS & GERONTOLOGY SIGNAL HILL CA
Dr. Rafi and his dedicated team at the Allergy, Asthma, and Sinus Institute are experts in the field of geriatric patient care. Dr. Rafi’s qualifications include a one-year fellowship in geriatrics and gerontology at UCLA, complemented by a specialized advanced geriatrics fellowship. His research primarily revolves around immune function enhancement, academic non-cosmetic anti-aging, and related areas.
While the majority of our geriatric patients are aged over 65, it’s important to emphasize that geriatric status isn’t solely determined by age. For instance, a 70-year-old individual who is actively employed five days a week, enjoys excellent health, and maintains an active lifestyle may not be categorized as geriatric. Conversely, a 60-year-old with multiple comorbidities and a reliance on 30 medications would be classified as a geriatric patient.
To ensure personalized care, we assess your functionality both at home and outside, delve into your medical history, including comorbidities, and understand the complexities of your medical profile.
With each new patient, we start afresh. Typically, we initiate the process with a medication review and a comprehensive examination of recent lab results. Additional testing is ordered as necessary, ensuring a personalized and comprehensive approach to your healthcare.
ALLERGY & IMMUNOLOGY SIGNAL HILL CA
At the Allergy, Asthma, and Sinus Institute, we specialize in offering highly effective advanced treatments in the fields of Allergy, Immunology, Respiratory, and Skin Disorders. Allergy occurs when the immune system mistakenly targets usually harmless allergens, such as dust mites, resulting in symptoms like sneezing, rashes, itching, or shortness of breath. Our treatments are thorough and meticulously designed to ensure you achieve the best possible results. We employ state-of-the-art testing and take a comprehensive approach to address the unique condition of each individual, catering to all age groups, from infants and children to adults and older adults. Our goal is to provide you with excellent and effective care, putting an end to your suffering and uncovering the root cause of your condition.
Our specialties include treatment for:
Respiratory Conditions Signal Hill CA
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Chronic Bronchitis
- Chronic Cough
- Asthma (Allergic and Non-Allergic)
- Adult-Onset Asthma
- Exercise-Induced Asthma
- Allergic Rhinitis (“Hay Fever”)
Skin Disorders Signal Hill CA
- Eczema
- Psoriasis
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Rashes
- Contact Dermatitis
Immunology Signal Hill CA
- Immune Deficiency (CVID)
- Recurrent Infections
- Bacterial and Fungal Infections.
Food and Drug Allergies Signal Hill CA
- Food Allergies
- Food Intolerance
- Drug Allergy
- Multiple Drug Allergies
Our Other Services
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.