Dr. Nirav Desai, MD | Bakersfield, CA | Interventional Cardiologist

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Dr. Desai graduated from the New York Medical College,New York Medical College in 2007. Dr. Desai works in Bakersfield, CA and 1 other location and specializes in Interventional Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease and Internal Medicine. Dr. Desai is affiliated with Bakersfield Heart Hospital.

accepting new patients
4.9

34 Ratings
19 years of experience
14 insurance plans accepted
speaks Chinese, English
New York Medical College
11 written reviews
3 specialties
7 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations

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

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Dr. Desai's Ratings and Reviews

4.9

34 Ratings with 11 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 16 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (24) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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Spent time with me: (24) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (22) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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Very kind and great bedside manner.

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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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June 7th, 2016

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Great cardiologist!

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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

June 6th, 2016

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Dr. Desai is an incredible doctor. In fact, my respect for his practice compelled me to write the first review Iâ??ve actually taken the time to write. He's very intelligent, patient, methodical, and puts your mind at ease. He resolved my health concern, welcomed my questions, and took the time to actually answer those questions. On top of his skills as a physician, heâ??s a really likably, down-to-earth person. Finding such intellect, skill and personality in one doctor is quite the rarity and weâ??re so fortunate to have him in Bakersfield.

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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 11th, 2016

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Best doctor I have been

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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 18th, 2016

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Dr. Desai is wonderful doctor. All the nurses that take care of me in the hospital at memorial hospital believe he is the best cardiologist in town.

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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

November 20th, 2015

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Took care of my husband when he was about to pass away. Would come in on his days to see him. He want above and beyond his duties. A very special 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

Needs Improvement

September 22nd, 2015

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A doctor that really cares.

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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

July 3rd, 2015

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great experience with Dr. Desai, excellent care

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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 21st, 2015

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Listens. Smart and excellent bedside matter

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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

February 20th, 2015

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Great doctor. Spends alot of time with you. And very detailed and very knowledgeable.

Did Well

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

Needs Improvement

January 13th, 2015

Kaiser Permanente Stockdale Medical Offices

3501 Stockdale HwyBakersfield, CA 93309

Tel: (877) 524-7373

Mon8:30 am - 10:00 pm

Tue8:30 am - 10:00 pm

Wed8:30 am - 10:00 pm

Thu8:30 am - 10:00 pm

Fri8:30 am - 10:00 pm

Sat9:00 am - 9:00 pm

Sun9:00 am - 9:00 pm

Mercy Hospital Southwest Bakersfield

400 Old River RdBakersfield, CA 93311

Tel: (661) 663-6000

Mercy Hospital Downtown Bakersfield

2215 Truxtun AveBakersfield, CA 93301

Tel: (661) 632-5000


Dr. Nirav Desai, MD	Dr. Nelson Guevara Madrilejo, MD	Dr. Alireza Tabesh, MD	Dr. Peter Alagona Jr, MD
Interventional Cardiology	Internal Medicine	Gastroenterology	Cardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.9 (34 Ratings)	3.5 (8 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (3 Ratings)
19 Years of Experience	40 Years of Experience	27 Years of Experience	50 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese
Bakersfield , CA	Bakersfield , CA	Los Angeles , CA	Hershey , PA
Med School: New York Medical College	Med School: Univ Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center College Of Med	Med School: University Of Florida College Of Medicine	Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
Cardiovascular Disease
Heart Block
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
Internal Medicine
Unstable Angina

Dr. Nirav Desai holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from New York Medical College in 2008 and New York Medical College in 2007.

NPI Number

Dr. Desai's NPI number is 1790911352.

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