4.9
71 Ratings with 64 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Uday Desai treats diabetic eye disease, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal vein occlusion, and performs retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and anti-VEGF treatment. He has practiced ophthalmology for 40 years and is affiliated with Henry Ford Hospital.
Dr. Desai is board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology. He earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri, Kansas City, completed residencies at Henry Ford Hospital (1987) and the University of Missouri, Kansas City (1990), and a fellowship at Louisiana State University (1992). He sees patients in Detroit and Troy, Michigan, and speaks English and Marathi. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Desai 4.93 out of 5.
Dr. Desai is board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology. He earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri, Kansas City, completed residencies at Henry Ford Hospital (1987) and the University of Missouri, Kansas City (1990), and a fellowship at Louisiana State University (1992). He sees patients in Detroit and Troy, Michigan, and speaks English and Marathi. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Desai 4.93 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 40 years of experience
- 17 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Marathi
- Louisiana State University
- 64 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 13 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Uday R Desai has 2 locationsHenry Ford Hospital
2799 W Grand BlvdDetroit, MI 48202 Tel: (313) 916-2020
Mon12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Henry Ford OptimEyes Super Vision Center - Troy
735 John R RdTroy, MI 48083 Tel: (248) 544-3290
Mon8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SunClosed
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| Uday R Desai, MD | Dr. Edward Michael Balok, MD | Dr. Hanna Elaine Simmons | Dr. Deanna Ingrassia Miano |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 40 Years of Experience | 36 Years of Experience | 1 Year of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Marathi | Speaks English, German | ||
| Detroit , MI | East China , MI | Detroit , MI | Madison Heights , MI |
| Med School: University of Missouri, Kansas City (Medical Education) | Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine | Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Uday R Desai
Medical Specialties
Uday R Desai has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Uday R Desai has the following 13 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
40 Years Experience
Uday R Desai holds an expired medical license in the state of Michigan. They are board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Michigan that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Louisiana State University in 1992.
Residency
Completed their residency at University of Missouri, Kansas City in 1990 and Henry Ford Hospital in 1987.
Medical School
Graduated from University of Missouri, Kansas City (Medical Education) in 1986.
NPI Number
Uday R Desai's NPI number is 1831259233.
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- Uday Desai's office is located at 2799 W Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI, 48202.
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