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DR . DAVID FOST
Allergies and asthma affect millions of people each year . Seasonal allergies , asthma , sinus disease and immune system disorders can disrupt one ’ s quality of life , and can even become life-threatening at times . Researchers estimate that up to 15 million Americans have food allergies , and the number of children suffering from food-related allergies is growing every day .
Enter “ Sneeze Doctor ” David A . Fost , M . D ., athird-generation physician following in the steps of his grandfather , William Fost , M . D . and his father , Arthur Fost , M . D ., with whom he shares apractice with state-of-the-art offices in Verona and Sparta .
Dr . Fost made the decision to specialize in allergy-related illnesses because he wanted to make an impact on people suffering from potentially life-threateningproblems . “ Helping someone who suffers from asthma and allergies and getting their problem under control so they can return to anormal , happy life is amost rewarding feeling ,” explains Dr . Fost . One of his greatest strengths as a physician is his ability to see the clinical picture from the patient ’ s point of view and to implement a treatment plan from an empathetic and practical perspective . He prides himself on the compassion , care and concern that his practice shows to every one of their patients – apractice built on dignity and respect .
One of the most fulfilling aspects of Dr . Fost ’ s career is his work with children . “ Especially with the increase in food allergies , children seem to be hit the hardest ,” states TopDoctor Fost . “ Helping them get back to their active and happy selves is agreat joy . This part of my practice is tremendously rewarding and fun .”
Only through rigorous study and training could
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one attain the level of success that Dr . Fost has achieved . He received his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia , Pennsylvania , where he was awarded the Alfred I . DuPont Pediatric Prize for “ the student whose performance best demonstrates the qualities of academic and clinical excellence , human compassion and commitment to the welfare of others .” Followingcame his internship and residency at the University of Wisconsin Children ’ s Hospital ; he then spent one year teaching clinical pediatrics at the Gloucestershire Royal Hospital in Gloucester , England . Dr . Fost completed afellowship in allergy / immunology at the internationally recognized National Jewish Medical and Research CenterinDenver , Colorado . It is the only medical and research center in the U . S . devoted entirely to respiratory , allergic and immune system diseases .
As a frequent lecturer on asthma and allergy topics , Dr . Fost shares his real life experiences and knowledge with medical students and residents . He hasreceived numerous accolades and awards in his field .