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Dr. Akshay Desai, MD

Geriatric Medicine*
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Map Pin Small Saint Petersburg, FL
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43 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 43 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from Govt MC-Gujarat U, Surat. Dr. Desai, completed a residency at University Ill College of Medicine. Patients rated Dr. Desai an average 1.9 star rating.

Dr. Desai works at Practice in Saint Petersburg, FL. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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

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    Specialties*
    • Geriatric Medicine

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    Years of Experience
    • 43 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1124047428
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • George Washington University
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    Residency
    • University Ill College of Medicine
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    • Govt Med Coll/New Civil Hos
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    • Govt MC-Gujarat U, Surat
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    • Internal Medicine
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