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Dr. Arati Desai, MD

Medical Oncology* Age 50
Dr. Arati Desai, MD
5.0 (6 Ratings)

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Dr. Arati Desai, MD is a Medical Oncologist in Philadelphia, PA.
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Dr. Arati Desai, MD

Medical Oncology* Age 50
Philadelphia, PA
Accepting new patients
23 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Arati Desai, MD is a Medical Oncologist in Philadelphia, PA.

About

Dr. Desai graduated from University of Kentucky. Dr. Arati Desai, MD is a Medical Oncologist in Philadelphia, PA and has 23 years experience. Dr. Desai currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Chester County Hospital, Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Desai has experience treating conditions like Brain Cancer and Hypothalamus Cancer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Desai received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 6 times. Dr. Desai's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Desai is board certified in Hospice Care and Palliative Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Brain Cancer
Hypothalamus Cancer
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Hypothalamus Cancer
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Locations

  1. 1 University of Pennsylvania
    3400 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Feb 08, 2018
I highly recommend Dr. Desai. She is incredibly knowledgeable about her field and is able to articulate complex issues in easily understood terms. She is forthcoming with information and possesses the unique ability to deliver sensitive information with unmatched bedside manner. Dr. Desai is passionate about her patients and her field. I've been with her for 4 years.
Kate — Feb 08, 2018
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Specialties*
Medical Oncology
Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Kentucky
    2001
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Board Certifications
  • Hospice Care and Palliative Medicine, Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Arati Desai, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Desai's profile.

Dr. Desai frequently treats the following conditions: Brain Cancer and Hypothalamus Cancer. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Arati Desai, MD is affiliated with Chester County Hospital, Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.

Yes, Dr. Arati Desai, MD holds board certification in Hospice Care and Palliative Medicine, Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Chester County Hospital

    701 E Marshall St, West Chester, PA

  • Penn Presbyterian Medical Center

    51 N 39th St, Philadelphia, PA

  • Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania

    3400 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA