3.7
14 Ratings with 4 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Apurva Desai is a board-certified oncologist who specializes in cancer care and hospice & palliative medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency training at the University of Chicago Medicine. With over three decades of clinical experience, Dr. Desai brings extensive expertise to his patients' cancer treatment journeys. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.
Dr. Desai practices at multiple locations throughout Illinois, including Huntley, Hoffman Estates, Elgin, Niles, Crystal Lake, and Park Ridge, with his primary affiliation at Prime Healthcare Saint Joseph Medical Center Joliet. He specializes in treating lung cancer and iron deficiency anemia, while also helping patients manage nausea and vomiting that can occur during cancer treatment. His practice includes performing complete blood counts, white blood cell differential testing, and …infusion therapy to support comprehensive cancer care. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Read More Read less Dr. Desai practices at multiple locations throughout Illinois, including Huntley, Hoffman Estates, Elgin, Niles, Crystal Lake, and Park Ridge, with his primary affiliation at Prime Healthcare Saint Joseph Medical Center Joliet. He specializes in treating lung cancer and iron deficiency anemia, while also helping patients manage nausea and vomiting that can occur during cancer treatment. His practice includes performing complete blood counts, white blood cell differential testing, and …infusion therapy to support comprehensive cancer care. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 31 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Of Chicago Medicine
- 4 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 14 areas of expertise
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 7 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Apurva A Desai has 7 locationsAmita Health Saint Alexius Medical Center
1555 N Barrington RdHoffman Estates, IL 60169 Tel: (847) 843-2000
Illinois Cancer Specialists Niles
8915 W Golf RdNiles, IL 60714Mon8:00 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
Mercyhealth Hospital And Physician Clinic Crystal Lake
875 S Il Route 31Crystal Lake, IL 60014 Tel: (779) 220-5500
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| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks Chinese, English | |
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| Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Massachusetts Medical School | Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Apurva A Desai
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Apurva A Desai has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Apurva A Desai has the following 14 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
31 Years Experience
Dr. Apurva A Desai holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Of Chicago Medicine.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine in 1995.
NPI Number
Dr. Desai's NPI number is 1861468100.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Apurva Desai affiliated with?
- Dr. Apurva Desai is affiliated with Ascension Saint Alexius, Prime Healthcare Saint Joseph Hospital Elgin, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Advocate Sherman Hospital, and Mercyhealth Hospital And Physician Clinic Crystal Lake.
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