Several years ago, I asked for a referral to an allergy doctor as one final effort to get relief from my allergies, which had all but zapped my ability to smell. I had seen FIVE doctors already, with no luck. Dr El-Rafei immediately took it seriously, prescribing the necessary allergy testing, blood tests and significant medication. It was the allergy shots Dr El-Rafei prescribed that finally ensured that I would regain my sense of smell. What a joy it has been to enjoy fine foods again!