Ms. Alpa G Desai M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
26 Research Way East Setauket NY, 11733About
Dr. Alpa Desai practices Pulmonology in East Setauket, NY. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Desai manages patients who need life support and mechanical ventilation, and is specially trained in diseases and conditions of the chest, particularly pneumonia, asthma, tuberculosis, emphysema, and complicated chest infections.
Education and Training
Albany Medical College - Union University 2003
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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- The Mount Sinai Hospital
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