Dr. Peter Gontzes M.D.
Allergist and Immunologist
3501 30TH AVE ASTORIA NY, 11103About
Dr. Peter Gontzes practices Allergy and Immunology care in Elmhurst, NY. Dr. Gontzes specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of asthma and other allergic diseases. Allergist-Immunologists are trained and certified to treat each patients sensitivity and response to allergens of varying severity. Dr. Gontzes provides several means of testing and treatment to increase immunity to potentially harmful substances.
Education and Training
Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas 1981
Board Certification
Allergy and ImmunologyAmerican Board of Allergy and ImmunologyABAI
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Eczema
- Dermatitis
- Asthma
- Allergies
- Nasal Polyps
- Contact Dermatitis
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Hives (urticaria)
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