Dr. Richard Shames MD
Allergist and Immunologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Allergy/Immunology
725 Welch Rd Palo Alto CA, 94304About
Dr. Richard Shames practices Pediatric Allergy Medicine in Palo Alto, CA. A pediatric allergist/immunologist finds and treats allergies and immune system problems that child patients suffer from. Dr. Shames treats the reactions caused by pet dander, pollen, dust, mold spores, insect stings, food, and medications; those reactions include asthma, hay fever, hives, eczema, or a very severe and unusual reaction called anaphylaxis.
Education and Training
Univ Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca 1986
University of California 1986
Board Certification
Allergy and ImmunologyAmerican Board of Allergy and ImmunologyABAI
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Asthma
- Allergies
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Immunodeficiency
- Allergic Reaction
- Hives (urticaria)
- Food Allergies
Fellowships
- Ucsf Med Center 1993
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