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David J. Fischer, M.D.
Rheumatology
Accepting new patients
Allergy and Immunology
Accepting new patients Dr. Fischer sees Allergy and Immunology patients at the Palo Alto Center only
Accepted Health Plans
Professional Interests
Allergy and Immunology
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Asthma, Food allergies, Seasonal allergy care
Rheumatology
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Arthritis, Autoimmune disease, Connective tissue disease, Gout, Inflammatory arthritis, Polymyalgia rheumatica, Polymyositis, Psoriatic arthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Scleroderma, Seronegative spondylopathies, Sjogren's syndrome, Spondylitis, Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), Vasculitis
Affiliations
- Medical Affiliations
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Palo Alto Medical Foundation
- Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group
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Sutter Medical Network
Practice Locations
Board Certifications
BOARD CERTIFIED IN:
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Rheumatology
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Allergy and Immunology
Credentials & Notables
- Medical School:
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University of California, Los Angeles
- Residency:
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University of Washington
- Internship:
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University of Washington
- Fellowship:
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Rheumatology and Allergy and Immunology, Stanford University Medical Center, CA
Languages
- Primary Language(s)
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English
Additional Information
Personal Interests
Dr. Fischer is married and has three children. He enjoys swimming and cycling.
Philosophy of Care
The conditions we manage in Rheumatology, Allergy and Immunology are typically chronic with treatments that help to manage symptoms and prevent tissue damage. Successful therapy requires a partnership between doctor and patient to understand the illness and ramifications of the treatment.
I value the opportunity to get to know people, educate them and advise on the best care of their illness. I want my patients to feel that despite their problem they can live a full life and should not be limited in their goals and dreams. Nothing delights me more than when one of my lupus patients has a baby, an arthritis patient runs a half-marathon or a grandmother with PMR completes 18 holes of golf.
The disciplines of Rheumatology and Allergy are exciting and changing rapidly with new therapies every year. It is a delight and a privilege to partner with patients to find ever-improving solutions to their individual health problems.
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