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Summary
Dr. Desiree Roa is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing 18 years of clinical experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and has developed expertise in treating complex medical conditions that require inpatient care. Her extensive background in internal medicine provides her with comprehensive knowledge of adult healthcare needs.
Dr. Roa practices at Tennova Healthcare Turkey Creek Medical Center and serves patients in Knoxville and Harriman, Tennessee. She focuses on treating substance use disorders, including teen substance use disorder and heroin addiction. Her clinical work includes performing toxicology testing and pregnancy evaluations to support comprehensive patient care.
Dr. Roa practices at Tennova Healthcare Turkey Creek Medical Center and serves patients in Knoxville and Harriman, Tennessee. She focuses on treating substance use disorders, including teen substance use disorder and heroin addiction. Her clinical work includes performing toxicology testing and pregnancy evaluations to support comprehensive patient care.
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Quick Facts
- 18 years of experience
- 19 insurance plans accepted
- Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 5 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Desiree Lynn Roa has 3 locationsTennova Healthcare Turkey Creek Medical Center
10820 Parkside DrKnoxville, TN 37934 Tel: (865) 218-7011
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| Dr. Desiree Lynn Roa, MD | Dr. Adewumi Bakare DMSc, PA-C | Eric Harker | Dr. Ralph Robert Maroun |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Critical Care Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 18 Years of Experience | 5 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) | Speaks English | ||
| Knoxville , TN | Mesquite , TX | Lyons , CO | Oak Ridge , TN |
| Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Balamand Faculty Of Medicine And Medical Sciences |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Desiree Lynn Roa
Medical Specialties
Dr. Desiree Lynn Roa has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Desiree Lynn Roa has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
18 Years Experience
Dr. Desiree Lynn Roa holds an active medical license in the state of Tennessee.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Tennessee that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 2008.
NPI Number
Dr. Roa's NPI number is 1477714442.
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- Where is Dr. Desiree Roa's office located?
- Dr. Desiree Roa's office is located at 10820 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN, 37934.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Desiree Roa affiliated with?
- Dr. Desiree Roa is affiliated with Tennova Healthcare Turkey Creek Medical Center.
- Does Dr. Desiree Roa accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Desiree Roa accepts on their Vitals profile.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Desiree Roa?
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