Dr. Merritt Fajt M.D.
Allergist and Immunologist
3459 5th Ave Upmc Montefiore, Nw6 Pittsburgh PA, 15213About
Dr. Merritt Fajt practices Allergy and Immunology care in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Fajt 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. Fajt provides several means of testing and treatment to increase immunity to potentially harmful substances.
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Fellowships
- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - UPMC, Pittsburgh, PA
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