Summary

Dr. Aakash Desai is a medical oncologist and internal medicine physician who brings 11 years of experience to cancer care. He earned his medical degree from B J Medical College Ahmedabad, where he developed his foundation in comprehensive patient care. His dual specialization allows him to provide both cancer treatment and general internal medicine services to his patients.

Dr. Desai practices at multiple UAB locations throughout Birmingham, Alabama, including UAB St Vincents Birmingham, UAB Hospital Birmingham, and UAB Highlands. He specializes in treating lung cancer, including both non-small cell lung cancer and small cell lung cancer. His expertise includes infusion therapy and intravenous chemotherapy to help patients fight their cancer. He also performs complete blood counts to monitor patient health throughout treatment.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 11 years of experience
  • B J Medical College Ahmedabad
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Aakash Desai has 5 locations

Kirklin Uab Hematology Oncology Clinic

2000 6th Ave S Fl 5Birmingham, AL 35233
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dr. Aakash Desai

263 Farmington AveFarmington, CT 06032

Uab Highlands

1201 11th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205

Uab Hospital Birmingham

1802 6th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233

Uab St Vincents Birmingham

810 Saint Vincents DrBirmingham, AL 35205

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OncologyDiagnostic RadiologyPediatricsInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
11 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience 52 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Birmingham , ALWeston , FLBirmingham , ALBirmingham , AL
Med School: B J Medical College Ahmedabad Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Wisconsin at Madison Med School: Morehouse School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Aakash Desai

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Aakash Desai has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Aakash Desai has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Hematology/oncology
  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

11 Years Experience

Dr. Aakash Desai holds an expired medical license in the state of Alabama.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Alabama that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from B J Medical College Ahmedabad in 2015.

NPI Number

Dr. Desai's NPI number is 1023543451.

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Dr. Aakash Desai is affiliated with Uab St Vincents Birmingham, Uab Hospital Birmingham, and Uab Highlands.
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Where is Dr. Aakash Desai's office located?
Dr. Aakash Desai's office is located at 2000 6th Ave S Fl 5, Birmingham, AL, 35233.

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