Parita Shah, PA-C


Physician Assistant (PA)
Allergy

Sacramento Ear Nose & Throat
1111 Exposition Blvd.
Suite 700
Sacramento, California 95815
For an appointment, call (916) 736-3399
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About Parita Shah, PA-C

Parita Shah ,PA-C is a board-certified Physician Assistant focusing in allergy.
 

Conditions Treated

Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anaphylaxis (Anaphyactic Shock)
Asthma
Atopic Dermatitis
Food Allergy
Hereditary Angioedema (HAE)
Hives (Urticaria)
Sinusitis

Procedures & Services

Allergy Shots (Immunotherapy)
Allergy Tests
Epinephrine Auto-Injectors
Food Challenge Test
Lung Function Tests
Patch Testing for Contact Dermatitis

Patient Education Resources

Could gluten be triggering my asthma?
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 ...
How does bronchial thermoplasty work to treat asthma?
Thermoplasty is a minimally invasive procedure that uses heat to reduce the smooth muscle in the airways, which can help to open up the airways and make it easier to breathe. The procedure is typicall...
How is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
Is there a treatment for peanut allergy?
The treatment for peanut allergy is strict avoidance of peanuts and products that may contain peanuts. In case of accidental exposure, the use of rescue medications such as antihistamines and epinephr...
What types of pollen trigger allergies?
Pollen is a fine powder that is released by trees, grasses, and weeds during the spring, summer, and fall. When these pollens come into contact with the eyes, nose, and lungs of people who are sensiti...

Education & Training


She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in human biology from Michigan State University in 2010 and a Master of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. She has since become passionate about treating allergies and asthma with a special interest in allergic rhinitis, asthma, eczema and sinusitis.

Prior to becoming a Physician Assistant, Parita Shah worked as a medical assistant in India where she assisted people who could not afford treatment. Because of the strong feelings Partis has for health care disparities, she dedicates her time to people in need of help. Her desire to make a positive change is also reflected by work at Michigan State University.

Professional Affiliations

Sacramento Ear Nose & Throat

Originally established in 1957, Sacramento Ear, Nose & Throat’s (SacENT) award-winning physicians are nationally recognized leaders in their fields. At SacENT, the mission of the physicians and staff is to provide the highest standard of state-of-the-art specialty medical care in a personal, compassionate manner. To enhance service and access for our patients, the practice has grown to twenty-five physicians and five mid-level practitioners in seven cities throughout The Greater Sacramento Area and San Joaquin County. We offer the complete spectrum of diagnostics and treatment of all ear, nose, throat and allergy care. In addition, we offer the full range of facial plastic surgery, dermatology and minimally invasive cosmetic procedures.

The Dermatology Center believes keeping your skin healthy is essential to your overall wellness. While some skin conditions can cause discomfort, irritation or embarrassment, others can be potentially life-threatening. At The Dermatology Center, Dr. Trauner and his team treat the full range of skin concerns for patients of all ages, so that you can have healthy skin for life.