Overview
Aakash Desai is a Hematologist in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Desai is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 198 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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2000 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Aakash Desai
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Aakash Desai?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Aakash Desai by calling their office at 205-801-9034. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Aakash Desai a top-rated expert for Viral Gastroenteritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Aakash Desai is classified as an Advanced expert for Viral Gastroenteritis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Aakash Desai specialize in?
While Dr. Aakash Desai is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Viral Gastroenteritis, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), and Lung Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.
Does Dr. Aakash Desai participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Aakash Desai has published 198 articles and abstracts on conditions like Viral Gastroenteritis. You can view a list of Dr. Aakash Desai's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Aakash Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Aakash Desai accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 205-801-9034 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- ColitisDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Colitis.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- Lung CancerDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL)Dr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL).
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)
- Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)Dr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Anal CancerDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- AscitesDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Basal Cell Skin CancerDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Basal Cell Skin Cancer.