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Summary
Dr. Kaniksha Desai is an endocrinologist who specializes in diabetes and metabolism disorders. With 16 years of experience in the field, they earned their medical degree from Wake Forest School of Medicine. Dr. Desai focuses on helping patients manage complex hormonal and metabolic conditions that affect their daily lives.
Dr. Desai practices in Palo Alto, California, where they treat patients with thyroid cancer, hypothyroidism, and vitamin D deficiency. They perform specialized procedures including cranial ultrasounds and thyroid and parathyroid ultrasounds to diagnose and monitor endocrine conditions. Additionally, Dr. Desai conducts thyroid-stimulating hormone tests to evaluate thyroid function and guide treatment decisions for their patients.
Dr. Desai practices in Palo Alto, California, where they treat patients with thyroid cancer, hypothyroidism, and vitamin D deficiency. They perform specialized procedures including cranial ultrasounds and thyroid and parathyroid ultrasounds to diagnose and monitor endocrine conditions. Additionally, Dr. Desai conducts thyroid-stimulating hormone tests to evaluate thyroid function and guide treatment decisions for their patients.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 16 years of experience
- 52 insurance plans accepted
- Wake Forest School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 office location
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| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, Chinese | Speaks Spanish, English | ||
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| Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School | Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla | Med School: Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Kaniksha Desai has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Kaniksha Desai has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
16 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Wake Forest School Of MedicineGraduated in 2010
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