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

Patients’ Perspective

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

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 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

Alpana Ashok Desai has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Alpana Ashok Desai has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Metastasis

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

Alpana Ashok Desai holds an active medical license in the state of Florida. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Florida that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine Program and Barnes Jewish Hospital in 1997.

Medical School

Graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1996.

NPI Number

Alpana Ashok Desai's NPI number is 1477504223.

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