Dr. Francis J Block MD
Allergist and Immunologist
150 Brett Chase Suite A Paducah KY, 42003Rating
5/5
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Dr. Francis Block practices Allergy and Immunology care in Paducah, KY. Dr. Block 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. Block provides several means of testing and treatment to increase immunity to potentially harmful substances.
Education and Training
Univ of Ky Coll of Med, Lexington Ky 1977
University of Kentucky College of Medicine 1977
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Sinusitis
- Asthma
- Allergies
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Allergic Reaction
- Hives (urticaria)
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