Ankita Desai

Ankita Desai, MD

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Languages Spoken By This Provider:

English, Spanish

Accepts New Patients

Telehealth Appointments Available

Durham Women’s Clinic: Durham

209 East Carver Street
Durham, NC 27704
Phone: (919) 471-2273 Fax: (919) 479-0881

Durham Women’s Clinic: Raleigh

7780 Brier Creek Parkway
Suite 330
Raleigh, NC 27617
Phone: (919) 914-9000 Fax:

Education

Residency: University of Miami's Jackson Memorial Hospital

Medical School: University of Miami

Undergraduate School: University of Miami

Hospital Affiliations

Duke Regional Hospital

North Carolina Specialty Hospital

Davis Ambulatory Surgical Center

Dr. Desai grew up in Orlando, Florida and attended both undergraduate and medical school at the University of Miami. She completed her residency at the University of Miami’s Jackson Memorial Hospital which is also where she met her husband. They relocated to the area four years ago and have since had two children (both delivered by the Durham Women’s Clinic).

Dr. Desai has a special interest in international health, family planning and adolescent gynecology. She provides care for women in all phases of life from fertility planning to pregnancy and into menopause.

Dr. Desai and her family enjoy getting outside to go hiking. When they’re not exploring the outdoors they are exploring all of the hidden gems the Triangle has to offer. They also love to travel and hope to share their passion of travel with their kids.

Patient Reviews

Overall patient rating for UWH of The Carolinas:

Vaginal / Pelvic Infection

I was seen right away Katie Lyons is great. She took care of me right away.

Review for Katerina Lyons, PA

Annual Well Woman Exam

I didn’t have an opportunity to sit down and discuss one on one with her any questions I had

Review for Jacqueline Mims, MD

Gynecological Problem Visit

I was seen quickly and appointment was helpful

Review for Suzanne Kaminski, MD

Annual Well Woman Exam

Had to wait for 45 minutes post the scheduled appointment time.

Review for Elita Wyckoff, MD, FACOG

Gynecological Exams

The wait time between procedures were a little long and not all the staff were courteous

Review for Kimberly McGill, MD

Annual Well Woman Exam

everyone was very pleasant And helpful.

Review for Jessica Son, MD

Gynecological Problem Visit

Very detailed

Review for Christopher Accetta, MD

Office Visit / Follow-up

Because, Dr Clark is a great Dr and a very caring person, she always takes the time to really listen to her patients, shes is very compassionate, and really takes her time to understand her patients needs. I am so thankful to have her as my dr

Review for Dyanna Clark, MD

Annual Well Woman Exam

I'm always satisfied with the care I receive from Leah.

Review for Leah Alfino, FNP-C, IBCLC

Annual Well Woman Exam

Teri is very caring!

Review for Teri Herman, WHNP

Gynecological Problem Visit

I reached out to the office and wind able to be seen the next day to address my concerns. She was very thorough and listened to my questions and explained what I was experiencing.

Review for Elmira Powell, PA-C

Annual Well Woman Exam

Everyone I spoke too was extremely nice and welcoming. Dr. Callahan made sure I was completely comfortable during the visit. She explained exactly what she was doing and why. I really appreciated her stating that at any point I could tell her to stop if anything was too overwhelming.

Review for Sidney Callahan, DO

OB Care

Dr.Braquet is very calming, thorough and patient.

Review for Ray Braquet, MD

Office Visit / Follow-up

She always take her time and listen to her patients

Review for Scarlet Dial, NP

Annual Well Woman Exam

Everything went great

Review for Cassandra Law, DO

Pap Smear

Ms. Fogel is very professional, upbeat, but also clear with information. I feel comfortable seeing her and listening to her guidance.

Review for Katherine Fogle, FNP

Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr. Scruggs was very thorough, helpful, and easy to work with. I'd definitely use her again.

Review for Lindsay Scruggs, WHNP-BC

Annual Well Woman Exam

Friendly, professional care, great nurses, caring doctors, you feel nothing is missed in your care, you are in good hands.

Review for Keiko DePasquale, DO

Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr. Richardson is a great kind, compassionate physician who truly cares about her patients.

Review for Elizabeth Richardson, MD

Gynecological Exams

Dr. Cohen is always professional and makes me feel like family.

Review for Martha Cohen, MD

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