2015 Blog
November
FDA Approves New Medication for Severe, Persistent Asthma
Early November 2015, the FDA approved a new medication for the treatment of severe, persistent asthma called Nucala (mepolizumab). It is an injectable medication that is given once a month in the doctor’s office. Nucala is indicated for people 12-years-old and over who have difficult asthma that is not controlled by their usual medications.
September
Patient Testimonial
"Great practice full of friendly folks who really do work to help you feel better!”
Patient Testimonial
“I am seriously compelled to write a review for this practice because Dr. Schaffer is by far, the best doctor I have EVER seen. I have been going here for 3 years now, on a yearly basis, and I am always so happy after I leave. The service they provide is awesome."
January
New Research Study Reports Prevalence of Misdiagnosis for Children with Food Allergies
A recent study published in The Journal of Pediatrics reports that the use of a Food Allergy Blood test panel often results in misdiagnosis in children who are tested for food allergies.