Common Questions About Tampa Allergy Center - Jack Parrino MD in Tampa, Florida

A. Dr. Parrino typically spends 1 to 1 ½ hours with a new patient to perform a complete history focusing on the patient's current health issues, a physical examination concentrating on the areas of immediate concern, and will then devise a plan for appropriate diagnostic studies, as well as a medication program to help alleviate current symptoms.

A. At the time of the initial visit Dr. Parrino will determine which diagnostic studies are appropriate and when they should be performed in conjunction with any treatment given. Certain medications such as antihistamines should not be taken for 5 days prior to skin testing yet other medications will not interfere with testing. Prior to the first visit, it would not be appropriate for Dr. Parrino to change a patient's medications who he has not yet seen. The decision as to what testing should be performed and what changes in medication are needed can only be made after his initial evaluation of the patient.

A. Dr. Parrino is not a pediatrician but he does see children from age 4 on up as long as they have a Pediatrician or Family Doctor who provides their primary care.