Summary

Dr. Alpa Desai is a family medicine physician who earned her Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Western University Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific. She completed her residency training at David Grant USAF Medical Center, bringing over two decades of clinical experience to her practice. Dr. Desai is fluent in both Chinese and English, enabling her to serve diverse patient communities.

Dr. Desai practices at multiple UF Health locations throughout Gainesville and Newberry, Florida, including UF Health Family Medicine at Jonesville. Her expertise encompasses treating joint and muscle pain, with particular focus on shoulder discomfort and back pain that can develop during pregnancy. She incorporates physical therapy approaches and strength training into patient care plans. Patients have given Dr. Desai an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 26 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, English
  • David Grant Usaf Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Alpa S Desai has 5 locations

Uf Health Family Medicine At Jonesville

13611 NW 1st Ln Ste 200Newberry, FL 32669
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

UF Health

1600 SW Archer Rd 1st Floor, Stop #12Gainesville, FL 32608

Shands Healthcare

1600 Sw Archer RdGainesville, FL 32610

Uf Health Neuromedicine Hospital

1505 Sw Archer RdGainesville, FL 32608

Select Specialty Hospital Gainesville

1600 Sw Archer Rd Fl 5Gainesville, FL 32610

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Chinese, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Portuguese, Spanish
Newberry , FLSUWANEE , GAStuart , FLSaint Cloud , FL
Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: Sullivan University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alpa S Desai

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • GEHA
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alpa S Desai has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alpa S Desai has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)
  • Women's Health

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Dr. Alpa S Desai holds an expired medical license in the state of Florida.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Florida that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at David Grant Usaf Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific in 2000.

NPI Number

Dr. Desai's NPI number is 1538135082.

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What languages does Dr. Alpa Desai speak?
Dr. Alpa Desai speaks Chinese and English.
Where is Dr. Alpa Desai's office located?
Dr. Alpa Desai's office is located at 13611 NW 1st Ln Ste 200, Newberry, FL, 32669.

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