Summary

Dr. Dirghayu Desai is an internal medicine physician with 44 years of experience caring for patients with complex medical conditions. He earned his medical degree from Medical College Baroda and completed his residency training at Coney Island Hospital. Throughout his extensive career, Dr. Desai has developed deep expertise in internal medicine, focusing on the comprehensive care of adult patients.

Dr. Desai practices at Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center in Portsmouth, Virginia, and also sees patients at Sentara Obici Hospital in Suffolk, Virginia. He specializes in treating patients with kidney-related conditions, including chronic kidney disease and acute kidney injury. His practice includes managing patients with advanced chronic kidney disease. Dr. Desai regularly performs diagnostic tests such as complete blood counts and glucose monitoring to help assess his patients' overall health and manage their conditions effectively.

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Quick Facts

  • 1
  • 44 years of experience
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • Coney Island Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Dirghayu V Desai has 2 locations

Sentara Obici Hospital

2800 Godwin BlvdSuffolk, VA 23434

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
4.1 
44 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi Speaks English
Portsmouth , VAFairfax , VAChantilly , VAFairfax , VA
Med School: Medical College Baroda Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine Med School: Bangalore Med Coll Bangalore Univ Bangalore India
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Dirghayu V Desai

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Empire Plan
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optima Health
  • Optima Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Dirghayu V Desai has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Dirghayu V Desai has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Dr. Dirghayu V Desai holds an active medical license in the state of Virginia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Virginia that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Coney Island Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Medical College Baroda in 1983 and MEDICAL COLLEGE OF GEORGIA SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Desai's NPI number is 1932110277.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Dirghayu V Desai's office located?
Dr. Dirghayu V Desai's office is located at 3636 High St, Portsmouth, VA, 23707.
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