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Summary
Dr. Kaniksha Desai treats thyroid cancer, hypothyroidism, and vitamin D deficiency, and performs thyroid-stimulating hormone tests, thyroid function panels, and cranial ultrasounds. They practice endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism and have 16 years of experience. Dr. Desai earned their medical degree from Wake Forest School of Medicine and sees patients in Palo Alto, California.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 16 years of experience
- 52 insurance plans accepted
- Wake Forest School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 1 office location
Office Location
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 16 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 27 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Persian | Speaks Chinese, English, French, Spanish | Speaks Arabic, English, German, Korean, Spanish | |
| Palo Alto , CA | San Carlos , CA | Palo Alto , CA | Dublin , CA |
| Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine | Med School: Iran University Of Medical Sciences | Med School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Kaniksha Desai
Medical Specialties
Kaniksha Desai has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Kaniksha Desai has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
16 Years Experience
Kaniksha Desai holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Wake Forest School Of Medicine in 2010.
NPI Number
Kaniksha Desai's NPI number is 1316266778.
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- Kaniksha Desai's office is located at 900 Blake Wilbur Dr, Palo Alto, CA, 94304.
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