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Dr. Samir Desai, MD
Overview of Dr. Samir Desai, MD
Dr. Samir Desai, MD is a Hematology Specialist in Utica, NY. They specialize in Hematology, has 36 years of experience, and is board certified in Hematology. They graduated from UNIVERSITY INSTELLING ANTWERPEN / FACULTY OF MEDICINE AND PHARMACY and is affiliated with MVHS St. Luke's Campus, Oneida Health Hospital, Rome Memorial Hospital and Saint Elizabeth Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Desai an average 4.0 star rating.
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Dr. Desai's Office Locations
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Atul Butala Physician PC807 NEWELL ST, Utica, NY 13502 Directions (315) 798-9325
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Mohawk Glen Imaging PC91 Perimeter Rd, Rome, NY 13441 Directions (315) 336-1757
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Centrex Clinical Laboratories Inc201 E State St, Herkimer, NY 13350 Directions (315) 798-9300
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Faxton-st. Luke's Healthcare1656 Champlin Ave, Utica, NY 13502 Directions (315) 624-6481
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- Oneida Health Hospital
- Rome Memorial Hospital
- Saint Elizabeth Medical Center
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Specialties*
- Hematology
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Years of Experience
- 36 years of experience
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Languages Spoken
- English, Hindi
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NPI Number
- 1417942301
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Education & Certifications
Medical Education
- UNIVERSITY INSTELLING ANTWERPEN / FACULTY OF MEDICINE AND PHARMACY
Medical Education
Board Certifications
- Hematology and Medical Oncology
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