Dr. Komal B. Desai, MD | Leawood, KS | Ophthalmology

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Dr. Komal Desai is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated three decades to caring for patients with eye conditions and vision concerns. They earned their medical degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine and completed their residency training at the same institution. Dr. Desai speaks both English and Spanish, helping them connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Desai practices at Sabates Eye Centers in Leawood, Kansas, and maintains affiliations with Saint Lukes North Hospital Smithville and Western Missouri Medical Center. They specialize in treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. Their expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams, retinal imaging, and intraocular lens implant procedures. Patients have given Dr. Desai an average rating of 2.6 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
2.6

8 Ratings
30 years of experience
47 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
University Of Missouri Kansas City School Of Medicine
5 written reviews
2 specialties
12 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
2 hospital affiliations
1 office location

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Made my daughter cry. This is a very unhappy woman. She does not listen and told my daughter that she should have called sooner and that there was nothing she could do. Just wasted her time and was so so so very rude. Looks like this is a running theme with her

March 6th, 2024

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I trust my eyes and my family’s eyes only to Dr. Desai. Prompt, friendly and super competent. Dr. Desai is wonderful.

November 14th, 2018

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I would not recommend Komal Desai if you are searching for a reputable ophthalmologist. I have no reason to believe she is not qualified medically. However, her billing practices and personal demeanor are unprofessional. After speaking with Dr. Desai about her charges and coding, and with no resolve, I contacted the Billing Dept. at Sabates, the clinic where Dr. Desai practices. They too were confused about the charges and referred me back to the doctor. When I questioned over the phone Dr. Desai's charges and practices, she was obviously irritated and raised her voice to me. Her bullying was not effective and so she stated she didn't want me as a patient. With most physicians offering ethical and professional services, experiencing this type of behavior is unacceptable and unnecessary. Beware.

June 1st, 2015

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This was the worst experience I have ever had!! My regular eye doctor recommend me there to see her and I came out in tear, she was rude to me, didn't even explain what was wrong and then told me I had to follow up in 2 weeks- I'm dreading that appointment

July 3rd, 2013

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not really listening and giving adequate attention to patient, especially patient is from health care field, like coming in and coming out. Totally at a non busy hour, and treating patient like a number

March 14th, 2012

Sabates Eye Centers

11261 Nall AveLeawood, KS 66211

Tel: (913) 261-2020

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


Dr. Komal Bharat Desai, MD	Dr. Selena Yue Fu, MD	Dr. Scott Joseph McKnight, MD	Dr. James William Bush, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
2.6 (8 Ratings)	4.9 (8 Ratings)	3.3 (6 Ratings)	3 (3 Ratings)
30 Years of Experience	23 Years of Experience	43 Years of Experience	43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Leawood , KS	Overland Park , KS	Pleasant Valley , MO	Lenexa , KS
Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine	Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine	Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Blindness
Cataract
Diabetic Retinopathy
Eye Cancer
Eye Exam
Eye Pain
Eye Surgery (Ophthalmologic Surgical Procedures)
Glaucoma
Lasik Surgery
Macular Degeneration
Ophthalmologist
Vision Issues

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Missouri Kansas City School Of Medicine

Medical School

University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of MedicineGraduated in 1996

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Is Dr. Komal Desai accepting new patients?: Dr. Komal Desai is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Komal Desai's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Dr. Komal Desai speak?: Dr. Komal Desai speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Komal Desai accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Komal Desai accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Komal Desai affiliated with?: Dr. Komal Desai is affiliated with Saint Lukes North Hospital Smithville and Western Missouri Medical Center.
Does Dr. Komal Desai accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Komal 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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