Torrance CA Allergy Testing, Immunologist & Sinus Doctor

GERIATRICS & GERONTOLOGY TORRANCE CA

Dr. Rafi and his team at the Allergy, Asthma, and Sinus Institute specialize in geriatric patient care. Dr. Rafi completed a one-year fellowship in geriatrics and gerontology at UCLA, followed by a special advanced geriatrics fellowship. His focus is on enhancing immune function, academic non-cosmetic anti-aging, and related areas.

While our geriatric patients are typically over 65, it’s important to note that age doesn’t solely define geriatric status. For instance, a 70-year-old who’s working full-time and in excellent health may not be considered geriatric. On the other hand, a 60-year-old with multiple comorbidities and a reliance on 30 medications is classified as a geriatric patient.

To provide personalized care, we assess your functionality at home and outside, examine your medical history, including comorbidities, and understand the intricacies of your health profile.

With each new patient, we start fresh. Typically, we begin with a medication review and a thorough analysis of recent lab results. Additional tests are ordered as needed, ensuring a personalized and comprehensive approach to your healthcare.

Geriatrics & Gerontology
Allergy-and-Immunology

ALLERGY & IMMUNOLOGY TORRANCE CA

At the Allergy, Asthma, and Sinus Institute, we specialize in providing highly effective advanced treatments for Allergy, Immunology, Respiratory, and Skin Disorders. Allergy occurs when the immune system mistakenly targets usually harmless allergens like dust mites, leading to symptoms such as sneezing, rashes, itching, or shortness of breath. Our treatments are comprehensive and meticulously crafted to deliver optimal results tailored to your specific needs. We offer state-of-the-art testing and a thorough approach to address the unique condition of each individual, spanning all age groups from infants and children to adults and older adults. It’s time to put an end to your suffering and uncover the underlying cause of your condition!

Our specialties include treatment for:

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

Our Other Services

Food & Drug Allergy Torrance CA

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

Immunology Torrance CA

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

Skin Allergies & Conditions Torrance 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 Torrance CA

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

Eosinophilic Esophagitis Torrance CA

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

Cannabis Allergy Testing Torrance 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.