1150 Varnum Street N.E., Suite 300 Washington, DC 20017
(202) 526-4469 Fax (202) 3369
10274 Lake Arbor Way, Suite 201 Mitchellville, MD 20721
(301) 324-7338 Fax (301) 324-6113
Our Physicians
Dr. Asek Makia, MD
Dr. Asek Makia received his B.A. in Chemistry and Biology from the Miami University in
Oxford, Ohio in 1978, Doctor of Medicine Degree from, St. George’s University
School of Medicine in St. George’s Grenada in 1983 and was a Postgraduate Physician, specializing in Pediatrics and Child Health at Howard University Hospital in Washington, DC in 1986. He then went on to complete his Fellowship Allergy & Immunology at the Howard University in 1988. He is certified as a Licensed Physician and Surgeon in Maryland and Washington, D.C. and board eligible with the American Association of Allergy and Immunology.
Dr. Makia worked as Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Howard University School of Medicine from 1988-2001, was the attending Physician at the Allergy and Immunology Clinic at D.C. General Hospital from 1991-2001, and the attending physician of The Asthma and Allergy Center of Southern Maryland, in Clinton, MD from 2000-2011. He opened his own practice in 1990 and is still currently the Director for The Metro Asthma & Allergy Centers, LLC.
Dr. Makia is a member of the following Professional Societies: American Medical Association, District of Columbia Medical Association, Maryland Medical Association, American Academy of Allergy And Immunology and he is a Fellow at the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Lauren Thompson, PA
Our Physician Assistant Ms. Lauren Thompson has always had an interest in medicine and education and a passion for helping others. Ms. Thompson graduated from the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) with a Bachelors of Science degree in psychology with a minor in biology. She later went on to obtain her Masters of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Towson University in Towson Maryland. Ms. Thompson brings her passion for medicine and education along with her genuine care and concern for others to each and every patient she has the privilege to interact with at Metro Asthma and Allergy Centers.
Our Practice
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The Metro Asthma & Allergy Centers function as the center tool, in the communication between primary care physician and the patient.The centers provide Allergy consultation and evaluation including: skin testing, pulmonary function testing as needed and monitoring of peak flow and oxygen saturation as well as patient education.
We provide a well- trained, professional and kid friendly staff in a pleasant and friendly environment.
We are well equipped and trained to administer allergen immmunotherapy and manage any potential adverse reactions to allergy vaccines.
The program begins with a detailed evaluation and consultation including a complete history and physical examination, a breathing test (spirometry ) and skin testing to air and food allergens . Your personal action plan treatment is then set up after discussing with the allergist.
THE PRACTICE
Patient remarks:
Jasmine J.
Febuary 9th, 2016
"The care I received from the front desk personal, Medical Assistant and Physician was excellent. I love you guys"
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