Summary

Dr. Desirae Friend is a family medicine physician who brings 14 years of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from A T Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency training at Via Christi Regional Medical Center. Her osteopathic training emphasizes a whole-person approach to healthcare, focusing on prevention and the body's natural healing abilities. Dr. Friend is fluent in English.

Dr. Friend practices at AdventHealth Primary Care in Lake Mary, Florida, and maintains hospital privileges at Wesley Medical Center. She has particular expertise in managing cholesterol problems in children and teenagers, as well as treating hyperlipidemia and inherited lipid disorders. Her practice also includes comprehensive services such as depression screening and coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs for her patients. Patients consistently rate Dr. Friend highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 14 years of experience
  • 56 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Via Christi Regional Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

AdventHealth Primary Care Lake Mary

755 Rinehart Rd Ste 100Lake Mary, FL 32746

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14 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese
Lake Mary , FLLongwood , FLBradenton , FLPort Saint Lucie , FL
Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Holguin University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Desirae Friend

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Devoted Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida - Medicare
  • Freedom Health
  • Health Alliance
  • Health First Health Plans
  • Health First Health Plans - HMO
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - DSNP
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MVP Health Care
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - PPO
  • Simply Healthcare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - HMO
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • WPS Health Plan
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Desirae Friend has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Desirae Friend has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

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

What languages does Desirae Friend speak?
Desirae Friend speaks English.
Where is Desirae Friend's office located?
Desirae Friend's office is located at 755 Rinehart Rd Ste 100, Lake Mary, FL, 32746.
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.
How can I make an appointment with Desirae Friend?
You can find contact information for Desirae Friend here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Desirae Friend affiliated with?
Desirae Friend is affiliated with Wesley Medical Center.

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