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Dr. Monica Desai, MD

Medical Oncology* Age 42
Dr. Monica Desai, MD
3.9 (11 Ratings)

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Dr. Monica Desai, MD is a Medical Oncology Specialist in Houston, TX.
Dr. Monica Desai, MD
3.9 (11 Ratings)
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Dr. Monica Desai, MD

Medical Oncology* Age 42
Houston, TX
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Monica Desai, MD is a Medical Oncology Specialist in Houston, TX.
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Dr. Monica Desai, MD is a Medical Oncology Specialist in Houston, TX. They graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed a residency at Barnes-Jewish Hospital/Washington University. They currently practice at Houston Methodist Oncology Partners and are affiliated with Houston Methodist West Hospital and Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center. Dr. Desai has experience treating conditions like Breast Cancer, Breast Lump and Male Breast Carcinoma among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Desai received an average rating of 3.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 11 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Desai also speaks Hindi and Spanish. Dr. Desai is board certified in Hematology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

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Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

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Locations

  1. 1 Houston Methodist Oncology Partners
    18400 Katy Fwy Ste 670, Houston, TX 77094
  2. 2 Katy
    1331 W Grand Pkwy N Ste 340, Katy, TX 77493
    Monday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Thursday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Friday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Experience and Background Check

Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Male Breast Carcinoma
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Male Breast Carcinoma
Breast Carcinoma
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anemia
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Bleeding Disorders
Bone Cancer
Cholangiocarcinoma
Coagulation Disorders
Colorectal Cancer
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Endocrine Gland Cancer
Hypercoagulable State
Hypothalamus Cancer
Liver Cancer
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Myeloma
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Neuroendocrine Tumors
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Osteosarcoma
Primary Hypercoagulable State
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Uterine Cancer
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Acute Leukemia
Acute Lymphoid Leukemia
Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Astrocytoma
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Bladder Cancer
Blood Disorders in Pregnancy
Brain Cancer
Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Cervical Cancer
Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML)
Chronic Pulmonary Embolism
Coagulation Defects in Pregnancy and Postpartum
Cryoglobulinemia
Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma
Duodenal Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
Eye Cancer
Folate Deficiency Anemia
Follicular Lymphoma Grade 1
Follicular Lymphoma Grade 2
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gynecologic Cancer
Head and Neck Cancer
Hemophilia
Hodgkin's Disease
Immune Thrombocytopenia
Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Kidney Cancer
Laryngeal Cancer
Leukocytopenia
Leukocytosis
Lobular Carcinoma
Lung Cancer
Lymphocytopenia
Lymphocytosis
Lymphoma
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Lymphosarcoma
Macroglobulinemia (incl. Waldenstrom's )
Malignant Pituitary Gland Tumor
Malignant Pleura Secondary
Mantle Cell Lymphoma
Marginal Zone Lymphoma
Medulloblastoma
Melanoma
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Meningiomas
Metastatic Breast Cancer
Myelodysplastic Syndromes
Myeloproliferative Disorders
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Neutropenia
Nodular Lymphoma
Oral Cancer
Ovarian Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Pancytopenia
Penile Cancer
Penile Carcinoma
Peripheral T-Cell Lymphoma
Peritoneal Cancer
Pheochromocytoma
Pineal Region Tumors
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Polycythemia Rubra Vera
Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Prostate Cancer
Purpura
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Reticulosarcoma
Schwannoma
Secondary Malignancies
Sickle Cell Disease
Skin Cancer
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Testicular Cancer
Throat Cancer (Hypopharyngeal)
Thrombocytosis
Tongue Cancer
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Urinary Tract Cancer
Vaginal Cancer
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Anemia
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin K Deficiency
Vulvar Cancer
Anemia and Iron Deficiency Screening
Biopsy of Breast
Cancer Screening
Erythropoietin Test
Liver Biopsy
Oral Cancer Screening
Skin Screenings
Thoracentesis

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Desai
3.9
Based on 11 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
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2 Stars (1)
1 Star (2)

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Nov 05, 2023
Professional, compassionate, patient, excellent care.
Elaine Dyer — Nov 05, 2023
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About Me

Care Philosophy
  • As an oncologist, I take great pride in caring for those within my community. I partner closely with each patient to customize care that is appropriately tailored to individual needs. We are a team, and our cancer center is committed to providing the highest caliber of care with the added convenience of being close to home.
Care Philosophy
Biography
  • Dr. Monica Desai, MD is a medical oncology specialist in Houston, TX. She specializes in Medical Oncology and Hematology.
Biography
Languages Spoken
Hindi
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Medical Oncology
Hematology
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Baylor College of Medicine
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hematology and Medical Oncology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Barnes-Jewish Hospital/Washington University
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Barnes-Jewish Hospital/Washington University
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Barnes-Jewish Hospital/Washington University
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Monica Desai, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Desai's profile.

Dr. Desai frequently treats the following conditions: Breast Cancer, Breast Lump and Male Breast Carcinoma. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Monica Desai, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist West Hospital and Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Monica Desai, MD holds board certification in Hematology and Medical Oncology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Houston Methodist West Hospital

    18500 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX

  • Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center

    921 Gessner Rd, Houston, TX

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