Summary

Dr. Prashant Desai is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine with over two decades of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine and has been practicing for 27 years. Dr. Desai is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Desai practices at Watson Clinic Highlands and maintains hospital privileges at Carol Jenkins Barnett Pavilion For Women And Babies in Lakeland, Florida. He focuses on treating shoulder conditions such as rotator cuff disorders and shoulder bursitis, as well as knee problems like meniscus tears. His surgical expertise includes arthroscopic procedures, particularly shoulder arthroscopic surgery and meniscus surgery for patients with sports-related injuries. Patients have rated Dr. Desai 4.5 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 27 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 23 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Prashant J Desai has 2 locations

Watson Clinic Highlands

2300 E County Road 540ALakeland, FL 33813
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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27 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Lakeland , FLGulf Breeze , FLPensacola , FLLakeland , FL
Med School: Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Prashant J Desai

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Prashant J Desai has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Prashant J Desai has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Dr. Prashant J Desai holds an expired medical license in the state of Florida.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Florida that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1999.

NPI Number

Dr. Desai's NPI number is 1720050925.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Prashant Desai affiliated with?
Dr. Prashant Desai is affiliated with Carol Jenkins Barnett Pavilion For Women And Babies.
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