Dr. Robert Ramirez, MD
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Robert Ramirez, MD
Dr. Robert Ramirez, MD is a board-certified San Antonio allergist providing care to patients at the Certified Allergy & Asthma of San Antonio..
Dr. Ramirez's clinical interests include many forms of allergic and immunologic diseases including rhinitis and sinus disease, respiratory diseases like asthma and COPD, skin rashes, food and medication allergies, among others.
About Dr. Robert Ramirez, MD
Dr. Ramirez is currently involved in clinical research covering a wide array of diseases including allergic rhinitis, asthma and COPD, and eczema, at the Biogenics Research Institute in the Medical Center.
Dr. Robert Ramirez has written papers in medical journals on various allergy and immunology topics. In 2010, he served as President of the San Antonio Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Society.
Dr. Robert Ramirez was recently recognized as a Super Doctor, by the Texas Monthly magazine.
Tips & Wisdom
Allergy shots is the most commonly used form of immunotherapy. It is very effective in reducing allergy symptoms and therefore the need for medication. It is the only treatment that allows us to make positive changes to the immune system, and can reduce the chances of developing new allergies and asthma. Your allergy shots will include a combination of the allergens you are sensitive to, which can include pollens, molds, pets, insects and dust mites. Initially the shots are ...
With the proper workup and plan, we can reduce the chances of allergic reactions with foods. There is no approved treatment for food allergies. The recommended management includes identifying the food allergens that are provoking symptoms, confirming the allergy with testing, and implementing dietary changes to avoid the food. Some patients may require carrying an epinephrine auto-injector to treat possible systemic allergic reactions. Identifying and avoiding these food all...
With the right inhalers and proper technique, symptoms can be controlled effectively. Asthma is more and more recognized to be a spectrum and not a single disease. We carefully review your history and your breathing test results, to firstly establish the severity of your asthma. With this information we can then establish the risks of future asthma attacks, and the goals of your treatment. We custom-tailor your medication to your needs. We also review the correct use of these m...
Patient Education Resources
Click on the image to access medication savings. In most cases,this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medication from the pharmacy. Offers may be time-limited....
There is some evidence to suggest that gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, may be a trigger for asthma symptoms in some individuals. However, the relationship between gluten and asthma ...
The treatment for food allergies is to strictly avoid the allergenic food, and in case of accidental exposure, the use of rescue medications such as antihistamines and epinephrine (injectable) in the ...
The treatment of childhood asthma is similar to that of adult asthma, but there are some important considerations.The main goal of treatment is to control symptoms, prevent exacerbations and improve t...
Severe asthma is a type of asthma that is characterized by frequent exacerbations, or "flare-ups," and difficulty controlling symptoms with traditional asthma medications. The treatment of s...
Education & Training
- Undergraduate Degree: University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine
- Medical Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio
- Allergy Fellowship: University of Texas Medical Branch
