Shaunak S. Desai | Newport Beach, CA | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Dr. Shaunak Desai treats hand pain, arthralgia, and wrist pain, and performs extremity X-ray, bursa aspiration, and bursa injection. He practices orthopedic surgery and is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Irvine.

Dr. Desai completed his residency at Henry Ford Health System in 2009 and a fellowship at Stanford University Robert E. Chase Hand in 2010. He sees patients in Newport Beach, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Desai 4.75 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4.8

36 Ratings
55 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Stanford University Robert E. Chase Hand
18 written reviews
1 specialty
7 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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

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4.8

36 Ratings with 18 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 10 Minutes

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Great doctor and excellent surgeon!

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January 25th, 2021

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Dr Desai fixed my broken wrist right before Christmas. His staff made every effort to accommodate my schedule and got me in quickly. Dr Desai exuded confidence and expertise. I knew I was in good hands. The online daily follow up was a perfect format to ask questions and share concerns. I wish all doctors and their staffs were as accommodating.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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January 2nd, 2019

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The Doctor was awesome. New his job . Great new patient. Great bedside manners knowledgeable about the human body, and did a great job explaining who I needed to fix my broken arm. I'm glad I have them as my new doctor.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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October 25th, 2016

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Dr. Desai and his team were right on top of things. I was treated with kindness and compassion with the goal of healing me.u

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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July 21st, 2016

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Impressive, talented, and thorough Doctor. Can't wait to have my other hand fixed.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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June 17th, 2016

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Very knowledgable and caring. He really wants to make you better.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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May 3rd, 2016

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He is great! Easy to talk too.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Provided follow-up after the visit
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April 14th, 2016

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This was my second carpal tunnel surgery with Dr. Desai. I chose him again because the first surgery was such a great experience. The second time was even better. Dr. Desai is personable and knowledgable. His expertise guided me to a quick recovery and much needed relief from carpal tunnel pain.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 19th, 2016

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So grateful to have had such a competent doctor perform my surgery

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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January 6th, 2016

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Excellent doctor and a nice guy. Enjoyed our experience.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 8th, 2015

Newport Orthopedic Institute - Newport Beach

22 Corporate Plaza DrNewport Beach, CA 92660

Tel: (949) 722-7038

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Shaunak S Desai	Dr. Brandon Ortega	Richard Grimsley, MD	Dr. Michael Klassen, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.8 (36 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	4.9 (187 Ratings)	4.9 (764 Ratings)
	9 Years of Experience	38 Years of Experience	37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English		Speaks English	Speaks English
Newport Beach , CA	Long Beach , CA	St Augustine , FL	Monterey , CA
	Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California	Med School: University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine	Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA
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Orthopedic Surgery

Arm Fracture (Humeral Fractures)
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Dupuytren's Contracture
Hand Injuries
Hip Osteoarthritis
Knee Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)

Shaunak S Desai holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Stanford University Robert E. Chase Hand in 2010.

Residency

Completed their residency at Henry Ford Health System in 2009.

NPI Number

Shaunak S Desai's NPI number is 1174733802.

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Which hospitals is Shaunak Desai affiliated with?: Shaunak Desai is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Irvine.
Does Shaunak Desai accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Shaunak Desai accepts on their Vitals profile.
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Is Shaunak Desai accepting new patients?: Shaunak Desai is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Shaunak Desai's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Shaunak Desai speak?: Shaunak Desai speaks English.

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