Dr. Sheryl E Lucas M.D.
Allergist and Immunologist | Allergy
700 2nd St Ne Washington DC, 20002About
Dr. Sheryl Lucas practices Allergy and Immunology care in Washington, DC. Dr. Lucas 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. Lucas provides several means of testing and treatment to increase immunity to potentially harmful substances.
Education and Training
Howard University Medical School MD
Howard University College of Medicine 1976
Board Certification
Allergy and ImmunologyAmerican Board of Allergy and ImmunologyABAI
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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