Overview
Ami Desai is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Rosai-Dorfman Disease, Hereditary Neuroblastoma, and Neuroblastoma.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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Locations
5841 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Desai has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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. Ami Desai
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ami Desai?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ami Desai by calling their office at 773-834-3943. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ami Desai a top-rated expert for Sickle Cell Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ami Desai is classified as an Experienced expert for Sickle Cell Disease, 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. Ami Desai specialize in?
While Dr. Ami Desai is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Sickle Cell Disease, Rosai-Dorfman Disease, and Hereditary Neuroblastoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.
Does Dr. Ami Desai participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ami Desai has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Sickle Cell Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Ami Desai's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ami Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Ami Desai accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 773-834-3943 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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- Hereditary NeuroblastomaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Neuroblastoma.
- NeuroblastomaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Neuroblastoma.
- Rosai-Dorfman DiseaseDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Rosai-Dorfman Disease.
- Sickle Cell DiseaseDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Sickle Cell Disease.