Dr. Rima A Rachid M.D.
Allergist and Immunologist
Childrens Hospital 300 Longwood Ave, Fe Boston MA, 02115About
Dr. Rima Rachid practices Allergy and Immunology care in Boston, MA. Dr. Rachid 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. Rachid provides several means of testing and treatment to increase immunity to potentially harmful substances.
Education and Training
Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India 1995
Board Certification
Allergy and ImmunologyAmerican Board of Allergy and ImmunologyABAI
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
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Treatments
- Asthma
- Allergies
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Immunodeficiency
- Allergic Reaction
- Hives (urticaria)
- Food Allergies
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