Summary

Dr. Sandhya Desai is a family medicine physician who earned her medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. With 44 years of experience caring for patients, she brings extensive knowledge to treating individuals and families across all ages. Dr. Desai is fluent in English and Gujarati.

Dr. Desai practices at Scripps Coastal Medical Center in Carlsbad, California, and maintains hospital affiliations with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Green Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, and Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. She specializes in treating joint pain and back pain, including back pain during pregnancy and in children and teens. Her practice includes physical therapy coordination, strength training guidance, and depression screening. Patients have rated Dr. Desai an average of 4.3 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.3
  • 44 years of experience
  • speaks English, Gujarati
  • Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Scripps Coastal Medical Center Carlsbad

2176 Salk AveCarlsbad, CA 92008
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sandhya Desai

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Sandhya Desai has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Sandhya Desai has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Indigestion
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Columbia Univ College of Physicians And SurgeonsGraduated in 1982

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Sandhya Desai speak?
Dr. Sandhya Desai speaks English and Gujarati.
Is Dr. Sandhya Desai accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Sandhya Desai accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Sandhya Desai affiliated with?
Dr. Sandhya Desai is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Green Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, and Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.
Where is Dr. Sandhya Desai's office located?
Dr. Sandhya Desai's office is located at 2176 Salk Ave, Carlsbad, CA, 92008.

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