Summary

Dr. Paula Lidestri specializes in orthopedic surgery, physical medicine and rehabilitation, and sports medicine. She earned her medical degree from New York Medical College in Valhalla, New York, and completed her residency training in physical medicine and rehabilitation at New York Presbyterian Hospital, along with internal medicine training at Greenwich Hospital. With 25 years of experience in practice, Dr. Lidestri brings extensive expertise to her patients' care. She is fluent in English.

Dr. Lidestri practices at Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, California. Her clinical focus includes treating conditions such as limping, hypertension, and hypertensive emergencies. She performs diagnostic procedures including complete blood counts, chemistry panels, and creatinine clearance tests to help evaluate and monitor her patients' health. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.3 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.3
  • 25 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Ny And Presby Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Greenwich Hosp, Internal Medicine
  • 6 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Spent time with me
  • Provided follow-up after the visit

Office Location

Desert Regional Medical Center

1150 N Indian Canyon DrPalm Springs, CA 92262

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgerySports Medicine
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3.3 
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25 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Palm Springs , CARancho Mirage , CAMonterey , CARiverside , CA
Med School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Paula Lidestri

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SelectHealth
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Paula Lidestri has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Paula Lidestri has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Pain
  • EMG/Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Injury
  • Nerve Damage
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Prosthetics
  • Rehabilitation
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery Recovery

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ny And Presby Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Greenwich Hosp, Internal Medicine

Medical School

New York Med Coll- Valhalla NyGraduated in 2001

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Paula Lidestri's office located?
Dr. Paula Lidestri's office is located at 1150 N Indian Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA, 92262.
Does Dr. Paula Lidestri accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Paula Lidestri accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Paula Lidestri speak?
Dr. Paula Lidestri speaks English.
Does Dr. Paula Lidestri accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Paula Lidestri has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paula Lidestri?
You can find contact information for Dr. Paula Lidestri here on Vitals.

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