Overview
Dr. Pooja Desai specializes in pediatric hematology and oncology and cancer predisposition syndromes, and is with BayCare Medical Group in Tampa, Florida, where she sees patients newborn to age 21. She earned a Doctor of Medicine from the Medical University of Lublin in Lublin, Poland, completed a pediatric residency at Texas Tech University Health Science Center in El Paso, Texas, and completed a fellowship in pediatric hematology/oncology/stem cell transplantation from the Zucker School of Medicine/Cohen Children’s Hospital in Queens, New York. Dr. Desai understands that childhood cancer and blood disorders are worrisome diagnoses, so she thoroughly explains recommended treatment options to her patients and their families. She knows that pediatric patients may not be able to express their concerns and ask questions as an adult would, so she uses a specialized approach to guide them through diagnosis, recovery, follow-up care and survivorship. Dr. Desai is certified in basic life support and pediatric advanced life support. She’s affiliated with St. Joseph’s Hospital. Dr. Desai speaks Gujarati and Spanish.
Dr. Desai is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemi 3 Syndrome, Megalencephaly-Capillary Malformation Syndrome, Cantu Syndrome, and Perlman Syndrome.
Dr. Desai is board certified in AB Pediatrics - Pediatrics.
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Lakeland, FL 33805
3001 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Fl 1, Tampa, FL 33607
6901 Simmons Loop # 208, Fl Mob, Riverview, FL 33578
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Pooja K. Desai
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Pooja K. Desai?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Pooja K. Desai by calling their office at 813-321-6820. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Pooja K. Desai a top-rated expert for Hemi 3 Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Pooja K. Desai is classified as an Advanced expert for Hemi 3 Syndrome, 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. Pooja K. Desai specialize in?
While Dr. Pooja K. Desai is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Hemi 3 Syndrome, Megalencephaly-Capillary Malformation Syndrome, and Cantu Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.
Does Dr. Pooja K. Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Pooja K. Desai accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 813-321-6820 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Cantu SyndromeDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Cantu Syndrome.
- Hemi 3 SyndromeDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Hemi 3 Syndrome.
- Marshall-Smith SyndromeDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Marshall-Smith Syndrome.
- Megalencephaly-Capillary Malformation Syndrome
- Perlman SyndromeDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Perlman Syndrome.
- PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum
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- Aase SyndromeDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Aase Syndrome.
- Acquired AgranulocytosisDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Acquired Agranulocytosis.
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)Dr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL).
- CHARGE SyndromeDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about CHARGE Syndrome.
- Diencephalic SyndromeDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Diencephalic Syndrome.
- Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy