Dr. Nimesh D. Desai, MD | Philadelphia, PA | Cardiothoracic Surgeon

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Dr. Nimesh Desai specializes in thoracic surgery, focusing on complex heart and chest procedures. They earned their medical degree and are skilled in treating serious cardiovascular conditions. Dr. Desai speaks both English and Spanish, making care accessible to a broader range of patients.

Dr. Desai practices at multiple locations in Philadelphia, including the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania Hospital. They treat conditions such as aortic valve stenosis, thoracic aortic aneurysms, and heart valve disease. Their expertise includes performing electrocardiograms, arterial line procedures, and chest fluoroscopy. Patients rate Dr. Desai 4.5 out of 5 stars for their care.

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accepting new patients
4.5

25 Ratings
48 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
6 written reviews
1 specialty
12 areas of expertise
3 office locations

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I was referred to Dr Desai’s office from my niece who is a Penn Dr. As soon as I saw him I immediately felt like I was in good hands. I had an unusual situation with an aneurysm off the aorta but had been born with some anomalies in heart. My aorta stems to the right and the norm is to the left. This caused me to have two procedures the first of which was to correct in my anatomy what could be fixed before doing the second surgery which corrected the aneurysm. I feel blessed to have such wonderful dedicated doctors in our backyard. Dr Desai is compassionate and has a staff who are second to none. Everywhere you turn in his practice is top notch. Wouldn’t have anything of this complicity done by anyone other than the best, Dr Desai!!!!

November 23rd, 2019

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I will be forever thankful to Dr. Desai, he did a great job on my emergency double bypas coronary artery dissection, which I was transferred here from a county hospital.

March 18th, 2019

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My daughter left one hospital undiagnosed with endocarditis, enterered another hospital left for dead and I made the decision to leave Bucks County and bring her to University of Pennsylvania which had previously saved my father with heart surgeries many times 30 years ago. We were told she would not survive the ride to U Penn or surgery. U Penn came to the hospital transported her incubated and placed her in ICU. Dr Desai performed a valve replacement procedure after building her strength and treating her condition prior to operating. The entire team was outstanding, but Dr Desai is a lifesaver. Our family Thanks him from the bottom of our hearts. She is still at U Penn on antibiotics being treated and I can only applaud this entire team and hospital for the attention to detail and the care, compassion and expertise they bring to the table. Bucks County you have a lot to learn. Dr Desai I applaud your talent, professionalism, gift and ability to heal. THANK YOU!

October 15th, 2018

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I had an aortic dissection, from my neck to my groin. Dr Desai, to me, is nothing less than a miracle worker for the incredible job he did repairing me. I am lucky to be alive. Most don't survive what happened to me. I am forever grateful to Dr. Desai and his staff

November 27th, 2017

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Thank God for Dr. Desai He saved my life !I am forever Thankful for this Incredible heart surgeon!!

December 17th, 2015

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Dr Desai saved my brother's life and i am so grateful to him. He is very caring and explains every aspect of the surgery. Thank you

March 30th, 2011

Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania

3400 Spruce St OfcPhiladelphia, PA 19104

Tel: (800) 789-7366

Pennsylvania Hospital Cardiac Surgery

800 Walnut St Fl 19Philadelphia, PA 19107

Tel: (215) 829-3409

Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania

3400 Spruce StPhiladelphia, PA 19104

Tel: (215) 662-2354


Dr. Nimesh D Desai, MD	Jaclyn A. Azzara, PA-C	Patricia A. Kroekel, CRNP	Gregory C. Frank, PA-C
Thoracic Surgery	Thoracic Surgery	Thoracic Surgery	Thoracic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.5 (25 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Philadelphia , PA	Langhorne , PA	Langhorne , PA	Langhorne , PA
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