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Dr. Allen Desena, MD

Pediatric Neurology* Age 47
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Dr. Allen Desena, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist in Charlotte, NC.
Dr. Allen Desena, MD
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Dr. Allen Desena, MD

Pediatric Neurology* Age 47
Charlotte, NC
Accepting new patients
19 years of experience
Dr. Allen Desena, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist in Charlotte, NC.

About

Dr. Desena graduated from Loyola University Chicago School of Dentistry. Dr. Allen Desena, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist in Charlotte, NC and has 19 years experience. Dr. Desena currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center. Dr. Desena has experience treating conditions like Spinal Demyelination and Multiple Sclerosis (MS) among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Desena received an average rating of 2.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 7 times. Dr. Desena's office accepts new patients. Dr. Desena is board certified in Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Atrium Health Neurosciences Institute
    1225 Harding Pl Ste 4200, Charlotte, NC 28204
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2.1
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Feb 05, 2017
Dr. Desena was wonderful and very caring for my baby back in 2010. While he is very straight foward, i appreciate his knowledge and not being one who sugar coats anything. I truley appreciate him and would love to have him as my daughters doctor again. Thank you for everything.
San Benito — Feb 05, 2017
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Specialties*
Pediatric Neurology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Loyola University Chicago School of Dentistry
    2006
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Allen Desena, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Desena's profile.

Dr. Desena frequently treats the following conditions: Spinal Demyelination and Multiple Sclerosis (MS). See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Allen Desena, MD is affiliated with Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Allen Desena, MD holds board certification in Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center

    1000 Blythe Blvd, Charlotte, NC