Hematology

Amrita Desai, M.D.

Hematologist/Oncologist, Center for Hematologic Malignancies

Dr. Amrita Desai is a hematologist/oncologist at OHSU Knight Cancer Institute in Portland, Oregon, specializing in the treatment of hematologic malignancies including leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma. She focuses on high-risk and relapsed/refractory cases, particularly recurrent lymphoma after initial treatment, acute myeloid leukemia, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, follicular lymphoma, and chronic myelomonocytic leukemia. Her signature expertise lies in *cellular therapy

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Internal Medicine (ABIM)
Medical Oncology (ABOM)
Hematology (ABH)

Education & Training

Fellowship: City of Hope (BMT/Cellular Therapy, 2022)
Fellowship: Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of Miami (Hematology-Oncology, 2017)
Residency: Alpert Medical School, Brown University (Internal Medicine, 2014)
Medical School: Dr. Vaishampayan Memorial Government Medical College (M.B.B.S., 2005)

Years in Practice

21+ years

Peer Recognition

Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Hematology & OncologyMedical Oncology

Conditions & Treatments

Hematologic MalignanciesLeukemiaLymphomaMultiple Myeloma

Insurance(s) Accepted

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Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

OHSU Hospital
Oregon Health & Science University

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Desai treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Desai accept Aetna insurance?

Amrita Desai's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 11 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Desai practice?

Amrita Desai practices in Portland, OR with hospital affiliations including OHSU Hospital and Oregon Health & Science University.

What does Dr. Desai specialize in?

Amrita Desai is a board-certified hematology specialist with focus areas in Hematology & Oncology and Medical Oncology.

How long has Dr. Desai been practicing?

Amrita Desai has 21+ years of clinical experience in hematology.

What is Dr. Desai's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Fellowship: City of Hope (BMT/Cellular Therapy, 2022); Fellowship: Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of Miami (Hematology-Oncology, 2017); Residency: Alpert Medical School, Brown University (Internal Medicine, 2014).