Summary

Dr. Desai is a passionate, committed pediatrician dedicated to providing comprehensive family-centered care. She believes in building strong, lasting relationships with her patients and their families, thus creating a foundation of trust and mutual respect. For Dr. Desai, the most rewarding part of being a pediatrician is being an active partner in your family’s journey from the newborn stage through all stages of growth and development.



With a deep understanding of child development, Dr. Desai closely monitors developmental milestones to ensure your child is thriving. She provides guidance on all aspects of your child's physical, emotional, and social well-being, supporting families with a holistic and integrative approach to pediatric medicine.



Additionally, as a certified breastfeeding specialist, Dr. Desai offers expert breastfeeding support for new mothers. She is committed to helping families achieve their breastfeeding goals by providing hands-on assistance with challenges such as latching, milk supply, and overall feeding success. Her dual expertise as a pediatrician and breastfeeding support specialist allows her to provide comprehensive care for both mother and baby.



Choosing Dr. Desai means choosing a caring pediatrician who is not only a medical expert but also a supportive partner in your parenting journey. Her dedication to patient connection and developmental guidance makes her an invaluable resource for families seeking the best possible care for their children.



As a pediatrician and mother of 2 daughters, Dr. Desai can relate to your parenting journey on a personal level. When she is not seeing patients, Dr. Desai loves doing arts and crafts with her daughters, gardening, and cooking.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Rutherford Pediatrics

338 Union AveRutherford, NJ 07070

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Chinese, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English
Rutherford , NJFranklin , TNFranklin , TNFranklin , TN
Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine - Bradenton, FL campus Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine Med School: Medical College of Virginia at Virginia Commonwealth University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Bhumika Desai

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriHealth
  • Cigna
  • Claritev
  • Clover Health
  • Fidelis Care
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (Horizon BCBSNJ)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (Horizon NJ Health)
  • Karna WTC
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • QualCare
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Tricare
  • United Healthcare (UHC)
  • UnitedHealthcare (UHC) Medicare
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Wellpoint

Medical Specialties

Dr. Bhumika Desai has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Bhumika Desai has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Immunization
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Physical
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Pediatrics

Pediatrics, 2014

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New Jersey, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Newark Beth Israel Medical Center2014

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