4.3
14 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Sandhya Desai specializes in family medicine, providing comprehensive healthcare for patients of all ages. She earned her medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and has been practicing for over four decades. Dr. Desai is fluent in both English and Gujarati.
Dr. Desai practices at Scripps Coastal Medical Center in Carlsbad, California, and maintains affiliations with several respected hospitals including Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Sharp Memorial Hospital, and Scripps Green Hospital. She focuses on managing conditions such as obesity, high cholesterol in children and teens, and high blood pressure. Her practice also emphasizes preventive care through depression screenings, virtual consultations, and flu vaccinations. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Desai practices at Scripps Coastal Medical Center in Carlsbad, California, and maintains affiliations with several respected hospitals including Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Sharp Memorial Hospital, and Scripps Green Hospital. She focuses on managing conditions such as obesity, high cholesterol in children and teens, and high blood pressure. Her practice also emphasizes preventive care through depression screenings, virtual consultations, and flu vaccinations. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 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
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Scripps Coastal Medical Center Carlsbad
2176 Salk AveCarlsbad, CA 92008 Tel: (760) 827-7250
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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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 44 Years of Experience | 6 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Gujarati | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Carlsbad , CA | Baltimore , MD | Pleasanton , CA | Houston , TX |
| Med School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons | Med School: Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), University of Illinois College of Medicine, Peoria, IL | Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine | |
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Medical Specialties
Sandhya Desai has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Sandhya Desai has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
44 Years Experience
Sandhya Desai holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons in 1982.
NPI Number
Sandhya Desai's NPI number is 1588688824.
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