Summary

Dr. Svetang Desai treats noninfectious gastroenteritis, traveler's diarrhea, and colitis, and performs celiac disease antibody tests as part of his gastroenterology practice in Sugar Land, Texas. He has 21 years of experience and speaks English and Spanish.

Dr. Desai is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He completed his residency at Baylor College of Medicine in 2009 and his fellowship at Duke University in 2014. He sees patients in Sugar Land, Texas. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Desai 4.76 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 21 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Duke University, Durham, North Carolina
  • 36 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Houston Methodist Gastroenterology Associates

16537 Southwest Fwy Ste 110Sugar Land, TX 77479
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.8 
21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Sugar Land , TXSacramento , CASacramento , CASacramento , CA
Med School: American Board of Internal Medicine (Board Certification) Med School: The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine Med School: New York University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Svetang Vijay Desai

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Community Health Choice
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Memorial Hermann
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Renaissance
  • Renaissance - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Svetang Vijay Desai has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Svetang Vijay Desai has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

Svetang Vijay Desai holds an active medical license in the state of Texas. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Duke University, Durham, North Carolina in 2014.

Residency

Completed their residency at Baylor College of Medicine in 2009.

Medical School

Graduated from American Board of Internal Medicine (Board Certification) in 2012 and University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, Tennessee in 2005.

NPI Number

Svetang Vijay Desai's NPI number is 1003069733.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Svetang Desai speak?
Svetang Desai speaks English and Spanish.
Is Svetang Desai accepting new patients?
Svetang Desai is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Svetang Desai's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Svetang Desai accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Svetang Desai accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Svetang Desai's office located?
Svetang Desai's office is located at 16537 Southwest Fwy Ste 110, Sugar Land, TX, 77479.
Does Svetang Desai accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Svetang Desai has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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