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Summary
Dr. Desirae Friend specializes in family medicine, providing comprehensive care for patients of all ages. She earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from A T Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Via Christi Regional Medical Center. With 14 years of experience in family medicine, Dr. Friend brings extensive knowledge to her practice. She is fluent in English.
Dr. Friend practices at AdventHealth Primary Care in Lake Mary, Florida, and maintains hospital privileges at Wesley Medical Center. She focuses on managing high cholesterol in children and teens, along with treating hyperlipidemia and familial lipid disorders. Her practice includes depression screening and incorporating physical therapy and strength training into patient care plans. Patients consistently rate her highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0.
Dr. Friend practices at AdventHealth Primary Care in Lake Mary, Florida, and maintains hospital privileges at Wesley Medical Center. She focuses on managing high cholesterol in children and teens, along with treating hyperlipidemia and familial lipid disorders. Her practice includes depression screening and incorporating physical therapy and strength training into patient care plans. Patients consistently rate her highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 14 years of experience
- 56 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Via Christi Regional Medical Center
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 14 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience | 20 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English |
| Lake Mary , FL | Winter Park , FL | Stuart , FL | Hollywood , FL |
| Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Pontifical Catholic University of Ecuador | Med School: American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Desirae Friend
Medical Specialties
Desirae Friend has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Desirae Friend has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
14 Years Experience
Desirae Friend 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 Via Christi Regional Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2012.
NPI Number
Desirae Friend's NPI number is 1447512199.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Desirae Friend's office located?
- Desirae Friend's office is located at 755 Rinehart Rd Ste 100, Lake Mary, FL, 32746.
- Does Desirae Friend accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Desirae Friend accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Which hospitals is Desirae Friend affiliated with?
- Desirae Friend is affiliated with Wesley Medical Center.
- Is Desirae Friend accepting new patients?
- Desirae Friend has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Desirae Friend accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Desirae Friend has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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