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Dr. Akshay Desai, MD

Geriatric Medicine
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42 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Akshay Desai, MD

Dr. Akshay Desai, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Saint Petersburg, FL. They specialize in Geriatric Medicine, has 42 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from Govt MC-Gujarat U, Surat.

Dr. Desai works at American Family & Geriatric Care in Saint Petersburg, FL. They frequently treat conditions like Hypoglycemia and Vitamin B Deficiency along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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    American Family & Geriatric Care
    6006 49th St N Ste 120, Saint Petersburg, FL 33709 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (727) 527-8788

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    About Dr. Akshay Desai, MD

    Specialties
    • Geriatric Medicine
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    Years of Experience
    • 42 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    • 1124047428
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • U Ill Coll Med
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    Internship
    • Govt Med Coll/New Civil Hos
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    Medical Education
    • Govt MC-Gujarat U, Surat
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine
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    Dr. Desai has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Desai works at American Family & Geriatric Care in Saint Petersburg, FL. View the full address on Dr. Desai’s profile.

    Dr. Desai has seen patients for Hypoglycemia and Vitamin B Deficiency, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Desai on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    14 patients have reviewed Dr. Desai. The overall rating for this provider is 1.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Desai.

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