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Dr. Pratibha Desai, MD

Hematology & Oncology*

3.2 (26)

St Petersburg, FL

Accepting new patients

39 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Pratibha Desai, MD

Dr. Pratibha Desai, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Specialist in St Petersburg, FL. They specialize in Hematology & Oncology, has 39 years of experience, and is board certified in Medical Oncology. They graduated from University of Mumbai and is affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital and St. Joseph's Hospital. Dr. Desai, completed a residency at Cook Co Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Desai an average 3.2 star rating.

Dr. Desai works at Pinellas Hematology/Oncology Center - St. Petersburg in St Petersburg, FL with other offices in Largo, FL, Saint Petersburg, FL and Hudson, FL. They frequently treat conditions like Anemia, Bleeding Disorders and Myeloproliferative Disorders along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Desai's Office Locations

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St. Petersburg
5000 Park St N Ste 1017, St Petersburg, FL 33709 Directions (727) 344-6569

Monday

08:00 - 17:00

Tuesday

08:00 - 17:00

Wednesday

08:00 - 17:00

Thursday

08:00 - 17:00

Friday

08:00 - 17:00
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Largo
1258 West Bay Dr Ste G, Largo, FL 33770 Directions (727) 344-6569
3

Bayfront
603 7th St S Ste 560, Saint Petersburg, FL 33701 Directions (727) 202-6455
4

Hudson Office
13733 Office Park Ct Ste B, Hudson, FL 34667 Directions (727) 344-6569

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Morton Plant Hospital
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About Dr. Pratibha Desai, MD

Specialties*

Hematology & Oncology
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Years of Experience

39 years of experience

Languages Spoken

English, Gujarati, Hindi, Spanish and Urdu

NPI Number

1861488454

Education & Certifications

Fellowship

University Ill Hospital

Residency

Cook Co Hospital

Internship

Cook County Hospital

Medical Education

University of Mumbai

Board Certifications

Medical Oncology

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Is Dr. Pratibha Desai, MD accepting new patients?

Dr. Pratibha Desai, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Desai is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

Does Dr. Pratibha Desai, MD accept my insurance?

Dr. Desai accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Does Dr. Pratibha Desai, MD offer telehealth services?

Dr. Desai has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

What practice does Dr. Pratibha Desai, MD work with?

Dr. Desai works at Pinellas Hematology/Oncology Center - St. Petersburg in St Petersburg, FL with other offices in Largo, FL, Saint Petersburg, FL and Hudson, FL. View the full addresses on Dr. Desai’s profile.

What are common conditions Dr. Pratibha Desai, MD treats?

Dr. Desai has seen patients for Anemia, Bleeding Disorders and Myeloproliferative Disorders, 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.

What languages does Dr. Pratibha Desai, MD speak?

Dr. Desai speaks Gujarati, Hindi, Spanish and Urdu.

How do patients rate Dr. Pratibha Desai, MD in reviews?

26 patients have reviewed Dr. Desai. The overall rating for this provider is 3.2. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Desai.

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Dr. Pratibha Desai, MD

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