Dr. James J Cavanaugh M.D.
Allergist and Immunologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Allergy/Immunology
51 Main St Suite 2 Hyannis MA, 02601About
Dr. James Cavanaugh practices Pediatric Allergy Medicine in Hyannis, MA. A pediatric allergist/immunologist finds and treats allergies and immune system problems that child patients suffer from. Dr. Cavanaugh treats the reactions caused by pet dander, pollen, dust, mold spores, insect stings, food, and medications; those reactions include asthma, hay fever, hives, eczema, or a very severe and unusual reaction called anaphylaxis.
Education and Training
Georgetown University School of Medicine 1955
Provider Details
Treatments
- Sinusitis
- Asthma
- Allergies
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Hives (urticaria)
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