Summary

Dr. Prakash Desai is a neurologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system. He earned his medical degree from Western University Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and has been practicing for 23 years. Dr. Desai is fluent in Chinese, English, and Spanish.

Dr. Desai is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center and practices at multiple locations throughout Harbor City, California. He focuses on treating conditions such as migraine headaches, including pediatric migraines, and sensory disorders like hypoesthesia. His expertise includes performing diagnostic procedures such as MRI scans, open MRI, and electroencephalograms to help identify neurological conditions. Patients rate Dr. Desai 4.3 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.3
  • 23 years of experience
  • speaks Chinese, English, Spanish
  • Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Prakash Desai has 3 locations

Kaiser Permanente Parkview Medical Office

1050 Pacific Coast HwyHarbor City, CA 90710
Mon7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dr. Prakash Desai

25965 Normandie AveHarbor City, CA 90710

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Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Med School: Columbia University Presbyterian Hospital - New York, NY Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Prakash Desai

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Prakash Desai has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Prakash Desai has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorder
  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Insomnia
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Schizophrenia
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

Dr. Prakash Desai holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific in 2003.

NPI Number

Dr. Desai's NPI number is 1477759975.

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Where is Dr. Prakash Desai's office located?
Dr. Prakash Desai's office is located at 1050 Pacific Coast Hwy, Harbor City, CA, 90710.
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