Dr. Jeffrey S Nugent M.D.
Allergist and Immunologist | Allergy & Immunology
4796 Caughlin Pkwy Suite 106 Reno NV, 89519About
Dr. Jeffrey Nugent practices Allergy and Immunology care in Reno, NV. Dr. Nugent 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. Nugent provides several means of testing and treatment to increase immunity to potentially harmful substances.
Education and Training
Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine 1998
Board Certification
Allergy and ImmunologyAmerican Board of Allergy and ImmunologyABAI
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Eczema
- Dermatitis
- Asthma
- Allergies
- Nasal Polyps
- Contact Dermatitis
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Hives (urticaria)
- Food Allergies
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