Dr. Michel Elias Akl M.D.
Allergist and Immunologist | Allergy
2626 W State St Suite 5 Olean NY, 14760About
Dr. Michel Akl practices Allergy and Immunology care in Olean, NY. Dr. Akl 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. Akl provides several means of testing and treatment to increase immunity to potentially harmful substances.
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Allergy and ImmunologyAmerican Board of Allergy and ImmunologyABAI
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