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Dr. Palak Desai, MD

Medical Oncology* Age 40
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Dr. Palak Desai, MD is a Medical Oncologist in Chicago, IL.
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Dr. Palak Desai, MD

Medical Oncology* Age 40
Chicago, IL
Accepting new patients
Dr. Palak Desai, MD is a Medical Oncologist in Chicago, IL.

About

Dr. Desai graduated from Rush University. Dr. Palak Desai, MD is a Medical Oncologist in Chicago, IL. Dr. Desai currently practices at AMITA Health Medical Group Oncology & Hematology Chicago and are affiliated with Presence Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center. At present, Dr. Desai received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 3 times. Dr. Desai's office accepts new patients. Dr. Desai is board certified in Hematology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Brain Cancer
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Cholangiocarcinoma
Coagulation Disorders
Colorectal Cancer
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Kidney Cancer
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Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Ovarian Cancer
Pancytopenia
Prostate Cancer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Urinary Tract Cancer
Acute Leukemia
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Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Acute Panmyelosis with Myelofibrosis
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Bone Cancer
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Cervical Cancer
Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML)
Chronic Pulmonary Embolism
Coagulation Defects in Pregnancy and Postpartum
Diffuse Follicle Center Lymphoma
Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Endocrine Gland Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
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Hereditary Amyloidosis
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Hypercoagulable State
Hypothalamus Cancer
Immune Thrombocytopenia
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Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
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Nodular Lymphoma
Nodular Sclerosis Hodgkins Lymphoma
Nose Cancer
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Polycythemia Rubra Vera
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Reticulosarcoma
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Skin Cancer
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Testicular Cancer
Thalassemia
Thalassemia Minor
Throat Cancer (Oropharyngeal)
Thrombocytosis
Tonsil Cancer
Uterine Cancer
Vitamin B Deficiency
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Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vulvar Cancer
Vulvovaginal Rhabdomyosarcoma
Anemia and Iron Deficiency Screening
Biopsy of Breast
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Bone Marrow Evaluation
Erythropoietin Test
Leukemia Diagnostic Evaluations
Liver Biopsy
Lymphoma Evaluation
Thoracentesis

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Locations

  1. 1 AMITA Health Medical Group Oncology & Hematology Chicago
    2216 W Thomas St, Chicago, IL 60622
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (312) 770-2272
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 14:00
  2. 2 AMITA Health Medical Group Oncology & Hematology Chicago
    331 W Surf St Ste 1300, Chicago, IL 60657
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (773) 665-9920

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Oct 17, 2019
I firmly believe Dr Desai provides quality care. He is very informative with my treatment and demonstrates compassion. I would highly recommend Dr Desai.
DM — Oct 17, 2019
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Specialties*
Medical Oncology
Hematology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Rush University
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hematology, Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology
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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Palak Desai, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Desai's profile.

Dr. Palak Desai, MD is affiliated with Presence Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Palak Desai, MD holds board certification in Hematology, Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Presence Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center

    2233 W Division St, Chicago, IL