Summary

Dr. Alpana Desai specializes in oncology, bringing three decades of medical expertise to cancer care. She earned her medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed her residency training at both the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine Program and Barnes Jewish Hospital in 1997. Dr. Desai holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Desai practices at Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute and maintains hospital privileges at Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital in Stuart, Florida. Her clinical focus includes treating breast cancer, including metastatic or recurrent cases, and Paget disease of the breast. She performs essential diagnostic procedures such as complete blood counts and white blood cell differential testing to monitor patient health throughout treatment. Patients have given Dr. Desai an average rating of 4.6 stars for her compassionate care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 30 years of experience
  • 47 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine Program
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute

301 SE Ocean Blvd Ste 102Stuart, FL 34994
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alpana Ashok Desai

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Florida Community Care
  • Freedom Health
  • Freedom Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Freedom Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - PPO
  • Preferred Care Partners
  • Prestige Health Choice
  • Simply Healthcare
  • Simply Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • Ultimate Health Plans
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alpana Ashok Desai has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alpana Ashok Desai has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Metastasis

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Florida, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine Program
Barnes Jewish Hospital1997

Medical School

Indiana University School of MedicineGraduated in 1996

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alpana Desai?
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Does Dr. Alpana Desai accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Alpana Desai has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Alpana Desai's office located?
Dr. Alpana Desai's office is located at 301 SE Ocean Blvd Ste 102, Stuart, FL, 34994.
What languages does Dr. Alpana Desai speak?
Dr. Alpana Desai speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Alpana Desai affiliated with?
Dr. Alpana Desai is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital.

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