Summary

Dr. Monika Desai is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation with additional expertise in sports medicine. She earned her medical degree from St. George's University and completed both her residency and fellowship training at Montefiore Medical Center. Dr. Desai provides care in English for her patients.

Dr. Desai practices at Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, New York, and maintains affiliations with NYC Health and Hospitals Jacobi. She treats patients with complex conditions including cerebral palsy, limping difficulties, and sensory processing disorders. Her expertise includes physical therapy approaches, strength training programs, and manual therapy techniques to help patients improve their mobility and function.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Montefiore Medical Center
  • 3 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
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20 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Arabic, Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, Italian
Bronx , NYJersey City , NJClifton , NJFranklin Lakes , NJ
Med School: St. George's University (Medical Education) Med School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University Med School: Temple School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Monika Desai

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - IPA
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Integra
  • Liberty Mutual
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MVP Health Care
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Dr. Monika Desai has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Monika Desai has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Internal Medicine
  • Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Sports Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Montefiore Medical Center

Residency

Montefiore Medical Center

Medical School

St. George's University (Medical Education)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Monika Desai's office located?
Dr. Monika Desai's office is located at 111 E 210th St, Bronx, NY, 10467.
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What languages does Dr. Monika Desai speak?
Dr. Monika Desai speaks English.

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