Expertise in
16
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Dr. Alana C. Desai

Urology
Urology Clinic At UW Medical Center - Northwest
1536 N 115th St, 
Seattle, WA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
16
conditions
Urology Clinic At UW Medical Center - Northwest
1536 N 115th St, 
Seattle, WA 

Overview

Alana Desai is a Urologist practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington.

Dr. Desai is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Kidney Stones, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Boils, Ureteroscopy, and Lithotripsy.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 48 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. Dr. Desai is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Urology

Licenses

Urology in IL

Hospital Affiliations

Hshs St Elizabeth's Hospital
Barnes-Jewish St Peters Hospital
Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital
Barnes Jewish Hospital
Anderson Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Community Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
Coordinated Care
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
Group Health Cooperative
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Premera
  • EPO
  • PPO
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Urology Clinic at UW Medical Center - Northwest
1536 N 115th St, Seattle, WA 98133

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.

2 Clinical Trials

Prevention of Urinary Stones With Hydration
Prevention of Urinary Stones With Hydration
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: June 25, 2026
Intervention Type: Behavioral
Study Phase: Not Applicable
The Predictive Value of Ureteral Jet Assessment With Ultrasound in Patients Presenting With Acute Renal Colic
The Predictive Value of Ureteral Jet Assessment With Ultrasound in Patients Presenting With Acute Renal Colic
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: December 10, 2019
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable
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48 Total Publications

Fragmentation and Facilitated Clearance of Small, Asymptomatic, Renal Stones with Burst Wave Lithotripsy and Ultrasonic Propulsion: A 14-Month Follow-Up.
Fragmentation and Facilitated Clearance of Small, Asymptomatic, Renal Stones with Burst Wave Lithotripsy and Ultrasonic Propulsion: A 14-Month Follow-Up.
Journal: Journal of endourology
Published: August 03, 2026
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1959 NE Pacific St, 
Seattle, WA 
 (4.6 miles away)
206-829-4211
Languages Spoken:
English, Castilian, Filipino, French, Hindi, Mandarin, Romanian, Spanish, Vietnamese
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Offers Telehealth

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alana C. Desai

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alana C. Desai?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Alana C. Desai by calling their office at 206-829-4211. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Alana C. Desai a top-rated expert for Ureteroscopy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alana C. Desai is classified as an Elite expert for Ureteroscopy, 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. Alana C. Desai specialize in?

While Dr. Alana C. Desai is a Urology, they have specific expertise in Ureteroscopy, Kidney Stones, and Urinary Tract Infection (UTI). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Urology.

Does Dr. Alana C. Desai participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Alana C. Desai has published 48 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ureteroscopy. You can view a list of Dr. Alana C. Desai's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Alana C. Desai accept my insurance?

Dr. Alana C. Desai accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-829-4211 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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