Dr. Prital J. Desai
Overview
Dr. Prital Desai provides compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care with a strong foundation in public health. She emphasizes preventative and holistic approaches, addressing the root causes of mental health concerns rather than solely managing symptoms with medication. Dr. Desai prioritizes patient education, creating awareness about mental health conditions, and exploring both medication and non-medication treatment options to empower her patients in making informed choices. Outside work, Dr. Desai enjoys dancing, hiking, kayaking, reading, and quality time with family and friends.
Her top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Major Depression, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD).
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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- PPO
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- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
- MEDICARE MAPD
Locations
141 Stony Cir, Ste 155, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
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. Prital J. Desai
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Prital J. Desai?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Prital J. Desai by calling their office at 855-603-3661. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Prital J. Desai a top-rated expert for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Prital J. Desai is classified as an Experienced expert for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), 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. Prital J. Desai specialize in?
While Dr. Prital J. Desai is a Psychiatry, they have specific expertise in Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Major Depression, and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Psychiatry.
Does Dr. Prital J. Desai participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Prital J. Desai has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). You can view a list of Dr. Prital J. Desai's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Prital J. Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Prital J. Desai accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 855-603-3661 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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- Experienced
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Autism Spectrum DisorderDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Bipolar Disorder (BPD)Dr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Bipolar Disorder (BPD).
- BulimiaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Bulimia.
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)Dr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).
- Major DepressionDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Major Depression.