Welcome to Asif Rafi MD
Advanced Care for Allergy, Asthma, and Sinus Relief
At the Allergy, Asthma, and Sinus Institute, we are dedicated to helping patients manage and overcome the daily challenges associated with allergies, asthma, sinus disorders, and immune-related conditions. These conditions can significantly affect breathing, disrupt sleep, lower energy levels, and diminish overall quality of life.
Helpful GOOGLE Reviews From Patients
What Our Patients Say
I do not wish to be too dramatic, but I can easily say that Dr. Asif Rafi changed my life.
My constant coughing started around eight years ago. It was a non-stop cough that prevented me from enjoying the simplest pleasures of life. I could not go to theater, restaurants, visit friends and family and host of other activities.
All the specialists I visited simply gave up. The MRIs, Cat scans, lung tests, swallow tests, and numerous others failed to show anything.
Then my luck changed when I visited Dr. Rafi. During my first visit he told me that he would cure my cough in about two or three visits. And he was not kidding. It has been about four years now that my cough is under control. I visit him every few months and he observes my progress.
Unlike many other specialists, he truly cares, listens, and thinks deeply about what the treatment should be.
I have recommended Dr. Rafi to friends and family and they are as happy and satisfied with the results of their treatments.
If I could give ten stars, I would. Dr. Rafi is the best doctor I’ve ever had. He is dedicated, thorough, thoughtful and an excellent diagnostician. My family is lucky to have him in our lives.
Dr Rafi is thorough, insightful and caring; as is his entire staff. I always feel upon visiting that I am in the best of hands. I cannot recommend him enough!
Remember when doctors knew who you were, took the time to do a deep dive to learn about your health from a 360 degree perspective and really CARED about how you were doing? That is what I experienced for my son with Dr. Rafi and all the wonderful people in his practice. From Kelly at the front desk who was beyond helpful and kind, to the nurses and medical assistants, we were treated so well. Dr. Rafi is incredibly knowledgeable and combines a technical approach with a practical spin so that my son could have a customized, doable treatment to his very serious allergy induced asthma. I feel so lucky to have found Dr. Rafi. I could not have a higher reccommendation for a doctor!
I've had allergies my entire life, and after 20 years of dealing with them, Dr. Rafi has given me information and insight that I've never received before. He is extremely knowledgeable, professional, and takes the time to explain everything clearly.
Dr. Rafi isn’t just the best allergist I’ve ever seen, he’s one of the best physicians, period. He takes a holistic approach to allergies, respiratory issues and overall health. He literally changed my life almost immediately once I began seeing him and I know of two others who had equally amazing results with their issues. He is insanely smart and just a great doctor and a great guy.
Consider yourself lucky to be Dr. Rafi’s patient. He’s an incredible diagnostician, truly cares about his patients, and is incredibly thorough. Kelly is wonderful as well. Overall you’ll be in excellent hands.
always answers all my questions. My allergies are controlled.
I’ve been struggling for years with allergies and been to many allergy doctors. They’ve done tests and told me I have allergies but nobody gave me a game plan to deal with my struggling symptoms. It was at a point where I couldn’t even be inside my house!
After my thorough consultation with Dr. Rafi, he gave me a comprehensive game plan to manage my symptoms. I also had a hard time breathing and found out I have asthma from allergies. I never thought breathing the way I am today was even possible, not to mention the stress it took off my chest. I also sleep well now and wake up energized! All from one visit! I couldn’t thank him and his amazing staff. Everyone has amazing energy and is always there willing to help. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND for anyone dealing with allergies. FYI, his first visit is about 1.5 hours and he takes his time to get to know you and your current health baseline so he could give you a game plan for improvement. Absolutely amazing
Dr. Rafi is an incredibly smart, caring, and attentive doctor with amazing bedside manner. My husband was referred to him through his gut doctor — someone we trust deeply — and we’re so grateful we found him. He was able to quickly identify my husband’s symptoms and create a clear game plan to address the root cause, something so many other doctors overlooked or simply didn’t take the time to investigate.
When I became a patient, he ordered comprehensive blood work that no other doctor had ever thought to run or even cared to explore. You can truly tell he listens, cares, and wants to get to the bottom of what’s going on instead of just masking symptoms.
If you’re looking for a doctor who is thorough, compassionate, and genuinely invested in helping his patients heal, I highly recommend him. You won’t regret going to him.
His staff is also incredibly kind and attentive.
Dr. Rafi is truly one of the best doctors in LA if not CA. He figures out what other doctors cannot, he protects my health as if it is his own, and I cannot express enough gratitude for this doctor. He makes my life and health quality significantly better, and has for many years now.
Dr Rafi and his team are kind, detail-oriented, and supportive. I have been seeing Dr Rafi for about 3 years now for my allergy issues. Dr. Rafi does a great job listening and explaining how to properly manage the issues I've been having. I've started allergy shot treatment and so far it has been going well!
Dr. Rafi has been my longtime asthma & allergy care doctor for over 20+ years now. He is one of the best in the business. He is also very caring to his patients and makes sure that we get medicine that helps us without breaking the bank. He will continue being my doctor until he decides to retire.
Dr. Rafi was the only Dr. who saved me during the hard time I had with my breathing, his diagnostic was right on the spot, he cured me. I love him dearly.
He is kind and gentle, his staff matches him beautifully, kind, attentive, and caring.
I do recommend Dr. Rafi to anyone who suffers from asthma and all allergies. I’m thankful for him.
I've been a patient of Dr. Rafi's for over 15 years being treated for asthma, food, pet allergies and seasonal sinusitis. Dr. Rafi has a wonderful caring nature and provides his patients with top notch care. I highly recommend him!
all staff are nice and attentive, DR Raffi is very nice and helpful witn any questions or concerns you have, i highly recommended, i have been a patient since 2016,
Dr Rafi is amazing. He was able to diagnose my issues right away and work with me to feel better.
I have been a patient of Dr. Rafi for several years. He is very knowledgeable and spends time taking a careful history. He has helped me with my asthma and allergies and is always recommending ways for me to improve my health. I consider him to be one of my best doctors.
Dr.Leonard Kram
Dr. Rafi is so great! Kelly and all his staff as so sweet and helpful with appointments. My whole family struggles with allergies and asthma, and he’s been incredibly impactful in managing our symptoms and understanding our issues. He really listens and cares about his patients, and he’s very knowledgeable about different avenues of treatment. He’s always updated with the latest developments in the field to provide the most recent information. Definitely recommend!!
Dr. Rafi is an excellent provider - efficient, thorough, accommodating, and provides great care. Really happy I found him.
I had a really positive experience with Dr. Rafi. From the moment I walked in, the staff was friendly, organized, and respectful of my time. Dr. Rafi took the time to listen carefully to my concerns, asked thoughtful questions, and explained everything in a way that was easy to understand.
What stood out most was how thorough and patient they were during the evaluation and treatment process. I never felt rushed, and they made sure I was comfortable with each step. The recommendations they provided were practical and made a noticeable difference in managing my symptoms.
Overall, I felt well cared for and confident in the quality of service I received. I would definitely recommend Dr. Rafi to anyone looking for attentive and professional care.
Dr. Rafi really took the time to address all possible factors in my life-long struggle with allergies and asthma. He was able to help clear up a lot of my issues and I'm definitely breathing easier because of it! His front office and medical staff are always so warm and welcoming as well.
Dr. Rafi has been our family doctor since our adult children were toddlers. He's become a trusted friend over the years as he's been able to help our family navigate immunological issues such as allergies and chronic asthma conditions. He's empowered us to manage our health issues and symptoms with the most updated research based medical advice. We have learned over the years that each patient matters to him. He takes time to listen and take into consideration our lifestyles, diets and environmental factors that may be causing our symptoms, BEFORE rendering a diagnosis or a treatment plan. Kelly and the staff are also top notch. They're very helpful and efficient in following up. We're grateful to Dr. Rafi and his staff for their dedication and consistent care for our family.
Great Doctor. Understands asthma and how that affects your body. Wish I found him years ago.
Dr Rafi is an expert is his field and helped my son, mother and I uncover the sources our mysterious allergy symptoms. I’m very grateful for him and his practice. I feel better than I have in years since changing my diet after discovering food allergies and treating my environmental allergies.
Allergy, Asthma, and Sinus Institute
Our providers develop personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique medical history, lifestyle, and specific health needs. Many individuals who seek care at our practice experience moderate to severe symptoms and have not found lasting relief with previous treatments. We are committed to delivering comprehensive, individualized care designed to achieve meaningful and lasting improvement.
Our practice provides patients with advanced medical care through precision medicine instead of using standard treatment approaches. Our team works to develop permanent solutions rather than treating individual symptoms.
Dr. Asif Rafi operates the practice through his dual expertise, which combines his his training in Allergy and Geriatrics. He is the only board-certified and fellowship-trained Allergist and Immunologist in Los Angeles who has completed additional fellowship training in Chronic Rhino-Sinusitis. His medical training allows him to treat complicated sinus and respiratory problems, which frequently appear together with allergic conditions. Dr. Rafi holds board certification and fellowship training in Geriatrics and Gerontology. These enable him to understand immune system development from birth through old age.
Dr. Rafi operates his medical practice through unique methods that differ from other healthcare facilities—his team of specialists provides patient-centered medical care to their patients. The Allergy Asthma and Sinus Institute operates as an academic private medical practice that performs complete patient assessments to provide individualized treatment for their diagnosed conditions. This level of individualized attention allows patients to achieve measurable and lasting results.
What We Offer
Our medical facility provides healthcare services to patients, ranging from newborns to elderly people. Our team understands that allergic and immune conditions affect people differently at various stages of life, so we create treatment plans that match the requirements of each age group.
The medical practice provides outstanding healthcare services to patients who need help with childhood allergy treatment, adult asthma development, and immune system changes that occur with aging. Our practice serves as the trusted allergist for LA patients who receive evidence-based care with educational support and clear communication to maintain their care journey confidence.
Allergy & Immunology
We treat Respiratory Conditions (chronic sinusitis, bronchitis and cough; asthma (allergic and non-allergic); and allergic rhinitis (hay fever);
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Our specialties include Geriatrics consultation, the effects of aging on the immune system, medication consultation, and nutrition in the older adult…
Other Services
Because of Dr. Rafi’s extensive training in the areas of Allergy and Immunology and Geriatrics and Gerontology, he can provide exceptional expert witness…
MEET ASIF RAFI, MD
Dr. Asif Rafi is a respected LA allergist, board-certified in Allergy and Immunology, as well as Geriatrics and Gerontology. His medical education includes specialized training, which enables him to connect aging processes with immune system function and allergic reactions. His medical expertise allows him to provide complete patient care from birth through all stages of life.
His work as a Senior Research Associate at Georgetown University Medical Center started his journey toward immunology research. There, he led a two-year study on HIV and AIDS in the DC area. His team was also a key site for the Women’s Interagency HIV Study (WIHS) grant. His academic training allows him to practice evidence-based treatments, which he applies to provide contemporary allergy and immunology medical services to his patients.
We Care About Our Patients
Common Disorders That We Treat
Food Allergies
The immune system creates an incorrect response to food substances, which results in a food allergy. The main food allergens consist of fish, shellfish, peanuts, wheat, eggs, milk, soy, and tree nuts. People with food allergies in Los Angeles need proper diagnosis and management because these conditions create daily life challenges.
Drug Allergies
Some medications can cause allergic reactions in patients. The list includes antibiotics, together with aspirin, ibuprofen, anticonvulsants, and chemotherapy drugs. The process of drug allergy identification helps prevent adverse reactions from occurring, while doctors can choose suitable, safe medication options.
Immune Deficiencies
Common Variable Immune Deficiency (CVID) weakens the immune system, making individuals more prone to infections. Early diagnosis and ongoing management can help reduce complications and improve health.
Asthma
Asthma is a long-term medical condition that causes bronchial tubes to become inflamed while their airways narrow. The condition produces symptoms, which include breathing difficulties, chest compression, and coughing and wheezing sounds. People who get individualized care for their asthma can control their symptoms, which results in improved breathing abilities and enhanced daily activities.
Allergic Skin Disorders
Allergic skin conditions present as dandruff, rosacea, or acne, which causes doctors to make incorrect diagnoses. Our medical team provides antifungal therapy and allergic cause treatment to help patients achieve skin health restoration.
Atopic Dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis is also known as eczema. The condition leads to skin irritation, which results in itching symptoms and causes inflammation and discomfort in the affected area. Targeted allergy treatments enable patients to control their symptoms while decreasing their total number of allergic reactions.
Helpful GOOGLE Reviews From Patients
What Our Patients Say
I do not wish to be too dramatic, but I can easily say that Dr. Asif Rafi changed my life.
My constant coughing started around eight years ago. It was a non-stop cough that prevented me from enjoying the simplest pleasures of life. I could not go to theater, restaurants, visit friends and family and host of other activities.
All the specialists I visited simply gave up. The MRIs, Cat scans, lung tests, swallow tests, and numerous others failed to show anything.
Then my luck changed when I visited Dr. Rafi. During my first visit he told me that he would cure my cough in about two or three visits. And he was not kidding. It has been about four years now that my cough is under control. I visit him every few months and he observes my progress.
Unlike many other specialists, he truly cares, listens, and thinks deeply about what the treatment should be.
I have recommended Dr. Rafi to friends and family and they are as happy and satisfied with the results of their treatments.
If I could give ten stars, I would. Dr. Rafi is the best doctor I’ve ever had. He is dedicated, thorough, thoughtful and an excellent diagnostician. My family is lucky to have him in our lives.
Dr Rafi is thorough, insightful and caring; as is his entire staff. I always feel upon visiting that I am in the best of hands. I cannot recommend him enough!
Remember when doctors knew who you were, took the time to do a deep dive to learn about your health from a 360 degree perspective and really CARED about how you were doing? That is what I experienced for my son with Dr. Rafi and all the wonderful people in his practice. From Kelly at the front desk who was beyond helpful and kind, to the nurses and medical assistants, we were treated so well. Dr. Rafi is incredibly knowledgeable and combines a technical approach with a practical spin so that my son could have a customized, doable treatment to his very serious allergy induced asthma. I feel so lucky to have found Dr. Rafi. I could not have a higher reccommendation for a doctor!
I've had allergies my entire life, and after 20 years of dealing with them, Dr. Rafi has given me information and insight that I've never received before. He is extremely knowledgeable, professional, and takes the time to explain everything clearly.
Dr. Rafi isn’t just the best allergist I’ve ever seen, he’s one of the best physicians, period. He takes a holistic approach to allergies, respiratory issues and overall health. He literally changed my life almost immediately once I began seeing him and I know of two others who had equally amazing results with their issues. He is insanely smart and just a great doctor and a great guy.
Consider yourself lucky to be Dr. Rafi’s patient. He’s an incredible diagnostician, truly cares about his patients, and is incredibly thorough. Kelly is wonderful as well. Overall you’ll be in excellent hands.
always answers all my questions. My allergies are controlled.
I’ve been struggling for years with allergies and been to many allergy doctors. They’ve done tests and told me I have allergies but nobody gave me a game plan to deal with my struggling symptoms. It was at a point where I couldn’t even be inside my house!
After my thorough consultation with Dr. Rafi, he gave me a comprehensive game plan to manage my symptoms. I also had a hard time breathing and found out I have asthma from allergies. I never thought breathing the way I am today was even possible, not to mention the stress it took off my chest. I also sleep well now and wake up energized! All from one visit! I couldn’t thank him and his amazing staff. Everyone has amazing energy and is always there willing to help. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND for anyone dealing with allergies. FYI, his first visit is about 1.5 hours and he takes his time to get to know you and your current health baseline so he could give you a game plan for improvement. Absolutely amazing
Dr. Rafi is an incredibly smart, caring, and attentive doctor with amazing bedside manner. My husband was referred to him through his gut doctor — someone we trust deeply — and we’re so grateful we found him. He was able to quickly identify my husband’s symptoms and create a clear game plan to address the root cause, something so many other doctors overlooked or simply didn’t take the time to investigate.
When I became a patient, he ordered comprehensive blood work that no other doctor had ever thought to run or even cared to explore. You can truly tell he listens, cares, and wants to get to the bottom of what’s going on instead of just masking symptoms.
If you’re looking for a doctor who is thorough, compassionate, and genuinely invested in helping his patients heal, I highly recommend him. You won’t regret going to him.
His staff is also incredibly kind and attentive.
Dr. Rafi is truly one of the best doctors in LA if not CA. He figures out what other doctors cannot, he protects my health as if it is his own, and I cannot express enough gratitude for this doctor. He makes my life and health quality significantly better, and has for many years now.
Dr Rafi and his team are kind, detail-oriented, and supportive. I have been seeing Dr Rafi for about 3 years now for my allergy issues. Dr. Rafi does a great job listening and explaining how to properly manage the issues I've been having. I've started allergy shot treatment and so far it has been going well!
Dr. Rafi has been my longtime asthma & allergy care doctor for over 20+ years now. He is one of the best in the business. He is also very caring to his patients and makes sure that we get medicine that helps us without breaking the bank. He will continue being my doctor until he decides to retire.
Dr. Rafi was the only Dr. who saved me during the hard time I had with my breathing, his diagnostic was right on the spot, he cured me. I love him dearly.
He is kind and gentle, his staff matches him beautifully, kind, attentive, and caring.
I do recommend Dr. Rafi to anyone who suffers from asthma and all allergies. I’m thankful for him.
I've been a patient of Dr. Rafi's for over 15 years being treated for asthma, food, pet allergies and seasonal sinusitis. Dr. Rafi has a wonderful caring nature and provides his patients with top notch care. I highly recommend him!
all staff are nice and attentive, DR Raffi is very nice and helpful witn any questions or concerns you have, i highly recommended, i have been a patient since 2016,
Dr Rafi is amazing. He was able to diagnose my issues right away and work with me to feel better.
I have been a patient of Dr. Rafi for several years. He is very knowledgeable and spends time taking a careful history. He has helped me with my asthma and allergies and is always recommending ways for me to improve my health. I consider him to be one of my best doctors.
Dr.Leonard Kram
Dr. Rafi is so great! Kelly and all his staff as so sweet and helpful with appointments. My whole family struggles with allergies and asthma, and he’s been incredibly impactful in managing our symptoms and understanding our issues. He really listens and cares about his patients, and he’s very knowledgeable about different avenues of treatment. He’s always updated with the latest developments in the field to provide the most recent information. Definitely recommend!!
Dr. Rafi is an excellent provider - efficient, thorough, accommodating, and provides great care. Really happy I found him.
I had a really positive experience with Dr. Rafi. From the moment I walked in, the staff was friendly, organized, and respectful of my time. Dr. Rafi took the time to listen carefully to my concerns, asked thoughtful questions, and explained everything in a way that was easy to understand.
What stood out most was how thorough and patient they were during the evaluation and treatment process. I never felt rushed, and they made sure I was comfortable with each step. The recommendations they provided were practical and made a noticeable difference in managing my symptoms.
Overall, I felt well cared for and confident in the quality of service I received. I would definitely recommend Dr. Rafi to anyone looking for attentive and professional care.
Dr. Rafi really took the time to address all possible factors in my life-long struggle with allergies and asthma. He was able to help clear up a lot of my issues and I'm definitely breathing easier because of it! His front office and medical staff are always so warm and welcoming as well.
Dr. Rafi has been our family doctor since our adult children were toddlers. He's become a trusted friend over the years as he's been able to help our family navigate immunological issues such as allergies and chronic asthma conditions. He's empowered us to manage our health issues and symptoms with the most updated research based medical advice. We have learned over the years that each patient matters to him. He takes time to listen and take into consideration our lifestyles, diets and environmental factors that may be causing our symptoms, BEFORE rendering a diagnosis or a treatment plan. Kelly and the staff are also top notch. They're very helpful and efficient in following up. We're grateful to Dr. Rafi and his staff for their dedication and consistent care for our family.
Great Doctor. Understands asthma and how that affects your body. Wish I found him years ago.
Dr Rafi is an expert is his field and helped my son, mother and I uncover the sources our mysterious allergy symptoms. I’m very grateful for him and his practice. I feel better than I have in years since changing my diet after discovering food allergies and treating my environmental allergies.
