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Dr. Sheetal Desai, MD

Rheumatology* Age 48
Dr. Sheetal Desai, MD
4.9 (139 Ratings)

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Dr. Sheetal Desai, MD is a Rheumatologist in Orange, CA.
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Dr. Sheetal Desai, MD

Rheumatology* Age 48
Orange, CA
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23 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Sheetal Desai, MD is a Rheumatologist in Orange, CA.

About

Dr. Desai graduated from UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN COLORADO. Dr. Sheetal Desai, MD is a Rheumatologist in Orange, CA and has 23 years experience. Dr. Desai currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with University of California Irvine Medical Center. Dr. Desai has experience treating conditions like Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS), Lupus and Fibromyalgia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Desai received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 139 times. Dr. Desai's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Desai is board certified in Rheumatology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Lupus
Fibromyalgia
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Lupus
Fibromyalgia
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Lupus
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Fibromyalgia
Joint Pain
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Arthritis
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Degenerative Disc Disease
Dermatomyositis
Gout
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Intervertebral Disc Disease
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Malaise and Fatigue
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Plantar Fasciitis
Polymyositis
Psoriatic Arthritis
Raynaud's Disease
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sarcoidosis
Scleroderma
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Systemic Vasculitis
Vasculitis
Achilles Tendinitis
Actinic Keratosis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Arthropathy Associated With Reiters Disease
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Behçet's Disease
Birthmark
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cellulitis
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Churg-Strauss Syndrome
Cold Sore
Cryoglobulinemia
De Quervain's Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Dry Eyes
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Dupuytrens Contracture
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Fever
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Goodpasture's Disease
Granuloma of Skin
Hair Loss
Hammer Toe
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Herpes Simplex Infection
Hidradenitis
Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Intertrigo
Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Itchy Skin
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Limb Swelling
Lyme Disease
Merkel Cell Carcinoma
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Onychomycosis
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Psoriasis
Psoriasis Vulgaris
Purpura
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Pyogenic Arthritis
Rash
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Reiter's Syndrome (Reactive Arthritis)
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Elbow
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Shoulder
Ringworm
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Seborrheic Dermatitis
Seborrheic Keratosis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shingles
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Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Skin Cancer
Skin Discoloration
Skin Ulcer
Spondylitis
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin
Still's Disease
Takayasu's Arteritis
Temporal Arteritis
Trigger Finger
Varicose Veins
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Bone Density Scan
Destruction of Benign Skin Lesion
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
Excision of Skin Lesion
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Melanoma Screening
Mole Evaluation
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Osteoporosis Screening
Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
Steroid Injection
Synovial Biopsy
Trigger Point Injection
Ultrasound, Musculoskeletal
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

Insurance Accepted

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  • Blue Shield of California
    Platinum Access+ 25 HMO
    Platinum 90 PPO
    Access Plus HMO
    Silver 70 PPO
    Bronze Full 4500 PPO
    Bronze 60 SHOP PPO
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • SignatureValue - CA HMO
    Medica Choice
    Options PPO
    Choice Plus POS
    Nexus Open Access
  • Advantage Preferred DirectAccess Plus PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Northern CA Cigna + Oscar Open Access Plus EPO
  • Open Access Plus
    Cigna PPO
  • Pathway EPO
    Prudent Buyer Individual CA PPO
    Prudent Buyer Small Group CA PPO
    Prudent Buyer Large Group CA PPO
  • CA Healthnet PPO
    CA Employer Group Plans HMO

Locations

  1. 1 UCI Medical Center
    101 The City Dr S, Orange, CA 92868
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (714) 456-7720
  2. 2 Uc Irvine Health Medical Group-Tustin Fam Med
    1451 Irvine Blvd, Tustin, CA 92780
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (714) 838-8408
  3. 3 Birth Choice Health Clinics
    18637 Yorba Linda Blvd, Yorba Linda, CA 92886
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (714) 790-8600
    Monday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Desai
4.9
Based on 139 Reviews
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4 Stars (3)
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1 Star (2)

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May 22, 2024
I love this md. She takes the time needed and does not rush.
— May 22, 2024
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Rheumatology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN COLORADO
    2001
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Rheumatology
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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. Sheetal Desai, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Desai's profile.

Dr. Desai frequently treats the following conditions: Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS), Lupus and Fibromyalgia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Sheetal Desai, MD is affiliated with University of California Irvine Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Sheetal Desai, MD holds board certification in Rheumatology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • University of California Irvine Medical Center

    101 City Dr, Orange, CA