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2 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
I moved to the West Coast in 2005, after spending most of my life in the northeast. I often go back to the metropolitan New York area to visit family and close friends. My family is originally from India and my life has been influenced greatly by the combination of Eastern and Western cultures. Prior to joining Kaiser Permanente, I was on the faculties of the UC San Diego Medical Center and the University of Rochester Medical Center in Rochester, New York. After spending several years engaging in research and training future physicians and subspecialists, I realized that the most satisfying moments in my work life have been spent in the direct care of my patients. So I decided to take a position that would allow me to do exactly that.
Quick Facts
- 31 years of experience
- Cleveland Clinic Health System
- 1 written review
- 2 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Smita Asvin Desai has 2 locationsUniversity Of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest
200 W Arbor DrSan Diego, CA 92103 Tel: (858) 657-7000
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| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
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| Med School: New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Texas A&M University System Health Science Center College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia | Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Smita Asvin Desai
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Smita Asvin Desai has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Smita Asvin Desai has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
31 Years Experience
Dr. Smita Asvin Desai holds an expired medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Cleveland Clinic Health System.
Medical School
Graduated from New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1995.
NPI Number
Dr. Desai's NPI number is 1659339745.
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- Dr. Smita Desai is affiliated with SAN DIEGO MEDICAL CENTER and University Of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest.
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