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3 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Kirit Desai specializes in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine, bringing five decades of medical expertise to their practice. They completed medical school at Government Medical College Surat and went on to complete residency training at St Elizabeth Hospital. With 50 years of experience in cardiology and internal medicine, Dr. Desai has developed extensive knowledge in treating heart and vascular conditions. They communicate with patients in English.
Dr. Desai practices at multiple locations throughout Bakersfield, California, including Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Adventist Health Bakersfield, and Bakersfield Heart Hospital. They focus on managing high blood pressure in both adult and pediatric patients, including emergency situations requiring immediate intervention. Their procedural expertise includes cardiac CT scans and coronary calcium scans to evaluate heart health, as well as specialized blood testing. Patients consistently rate Dr. Desai highly, with an …average rating of 5.0 out of 5 on Vitals.
Read More Read less Dr. Desai practices at multiple locations throughout Bakersfield, California, including Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Adventist Health Bakersfield, and Bakersfield Heart Hospital. They focus on managing high blood pressure in both adult and pediatric patients, including emergency situations requiring immediate intervention. Their procedural expertise includes cardiac CT scans and coronary calcium scans to evaluate heart health, as well as specialized blood testing. Patients consistently rate Dr. Desai highly, with an …average rating of 5.0 out of 5 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- 50 years of experience
- speaks English
- St Elizabeth Hospital
- 1 written review
- 2 specialties
- 14 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 6 office locations
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Kirit R Desai has 6 locationsCentral Cardiology Medical Clinic
2901 Sillect Ave Ste 100Bakersfield, CA 93308 Tel: (661) 323-8384
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Kirit R Desai, MD | Dr. Raghav Sharma, MD | Dr. Ololade Oluwatoyin Oladimeji, MD | Dr. Tri Minh Ngo, MD |
| Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 50 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Hindi | ||
| Bakersfield , CA | Winter Park , FL | Bakersfield , CA | Orange , CA |
| Med School: Government Medical College Surat | Med School: New York Medical College | Med School: Ladoke Akintola Univ Of Technology (Lautech) College Of Health Sciences | Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Kirit R Desai has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Kirit R Desai has the following 14 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
50 Years Experience
Dr. Kirit R Desai holds an expired medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at St Elizabeth Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Government Medical College Surat in 1977 and Government Medical College in 1976.
NPI Number
Dr. Desai's NPI number is 1649459124.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Kirit Desai affiliated with?
- Dr. Kirit Desai is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Adventist Health Bakersfield, Bakersfield Heart Hospital, Mercy Hospital Downtown, and Good Samaritan Hospital.
- What languages does Dr. Kirit Desai speak?
- Dr. Kirit Desai speaks English.
- Is Dr. Kirit Desai accepting new patients?
- Dr. Kirit Desai 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 Dr. Kirit Desai?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Kirit Desai here on Vitals.
- Does Dr. Kirit Desai accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Kirit Desai has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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