
Dr. David P Ascher MD
Infectious Disease Specialist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Infectious Diseases
3300 Gallows Rd Falls Church VA, 22042About
Dr. David Ascher is a pediatric infectious disease specialist practicing in Falls Church, VA. Dr. Ascher specializes in recurring or persistent diseases caused by bacteria, parasites or fungus in infants, children and adolescents. Pediatric infectious disease specialists also provide consultation to other health care professionals dealing with complex cases.
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Infectious Diseases
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Infantile botulism: an atypical case of an uncommon disease.
- Amebic encephalitis caused by Balamuthia mandrillaris: report of four cases.
- Acidification modified p24 antigen capture assay in HIV seropositives.
- Disseminated Mycobacterium avium complex in non-human immunodeficiency virus-infected pediatric patients.
- International adoptions by military families: a reexamination.
- Infectious disease risks among Filipino adoptees.
- Clinical and laboratory predictors of bacterial diarrhea in a tropical environment.
- Comparison of the Inverness Medical Acceava Strep A test with the Genzyme OSOM and Quidel QuickVue Strep A tests.
- Comparison of the Inverness Medical Acceava Strep A test with the Genzyme OSOM and Quidel QuickVue Strep A tests.
- Penicillin tolerance and erythromycin resistance of group A beta-hemolytic streptococci in Hawaii and the Philippines.
- Moderate dose inhaled corticosteroid-induced symptomatic adrenal suppression: case report and review of the literature.
- The gonococcus and the toilet seat revisited.
- Under the Sea: Superficial Skin Infection With an Atypical Cause.
- Incidental paranasal sinus abnormalities on CT of children: clinical correlation.
- Cephalexin suspension for the treatment of skin infection in children.
Dr. David P Ascher MD's Practice location
Practice At 3300 Gallows Rd
3300 Gallows Rd -Falls Church, VA 22042Get Direction
Dr. David P Ascher MD's reviews
Write ReviewRecommended Articles
- Facts About Meningitis Vaccines
IntroductionThe only way to prevent serious and life-threatening diseases such as meningitis is through vaccination. Meningitis can also be caused by viral, bacterial, and fungal infections. The infection usually affects the meninges or membranes that enclose the brain and spinal cord. Although...
- Treatment for Meningitis
The severity of meningitis varies from one person to another. In common cases, medications can help solve the problem and the person may recover within 1 to 3 weeks. But in cases where there is a risk of the infection spreading to the meninges, hospitalization and other confirmation tests might be...
- What Should I Do If My Baby Has Mumps?
What is mumps?Mumps is a highly contagious viral infection. The virus invades the parotid glands of the individual causing pain and inflammation of these glands. It is characterized by a “hamster-like” swelling of the patient’s face. The initial symptoms may take up to two weeks to manifest....
- Can You Contract Cholera Through Other Means Besides Water?
Can You Contract Cholera Through Other Means Besides Water?Cholera is an infection that causes thousands of deaths around the world every year. The biggest challenge posed by cholera is that it is difficult to control and treat at the same time. The infection spreads very fast affecting a huge...
- Are there any alternative methods of immunization for my child apart from the vaccinations?
Center for Disease control (CDC) and Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (APIC) have 14 vaccinations before the age of 2 years. This makes some parents concerned as it might overwhelm the immune system of their child. There are two options that parents can opt for• Selective vaccine...
- Are there any Alternative Remedies for the Treatment of Mumps?
What are the best remedies for fever and pain when you have the mumps?Mumps is a viral infection which causes pain and swelling in the throat and neck. It is common in children and youngsters.As the treatment for mumps, traditionally decoctions of healing herbs were recommended for little children....
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Tanya Orie Rogo M.D.3300 Gallows Rd Falls Church VA 22042
- Dr. Stephanie Brooks MD3300 Gallows Rd Falls Church VA 22042
Nearest Hospitals
INOVA ALEXANDRIA HOSPITALl
4320 SEMINARY RD ALEXANDRIA VA 22304VIRGINIA HOSPITAL CENTERl
1701 NORTH GEORGE MASON DRIVE ARLINGTON VA 22205HALQUIST MEMORIAL INPATIENT CENTERl
4715 NORTH 15 STREET ARLINGTON VA 22205