Dr. Rasesh R. Desai, MD | Bowling Green, KY | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Dr. Rasesh Desai is an orthopedic surgeon with 27 years of experience treating patients with bone, joint, and muscle conditions. He earned his medical degree from Smt N H L Municipal Medical College and completed his residency training at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Dr. Desai is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Desai practices at multiple locations throughout Kentucky, including Bowling Green and Lexington. He is affiliated with several major medical centers, including The Medical Center in Bowling Green, University of Kentucky Albert B Chandler Medical Center, and University of Kentucky Healthcare Good Samaritan Hospital. His expertise includes treating osteoarthritis and back pain in both children and adults. He specializes in physical therapy approaches and manual therapy techniques to help patients regain strength and mobility. Patients rate Dr. Desai 4.3 out of 5 stars on average.

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accepting new patients
4.3

62 Ratings
27 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Vanderbilt University Med Ctr
16 written reviews
1 specialty
15 areas of expertise
7 hospital affiliations
6 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Desai's Ratings and Reviews

4.3

62 Ratings with 16 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 20 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (27) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Had a good bedside manner: (27) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Spent time with me: (26) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (26) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Flexible scheduling: (26) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
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Had a knee replacement 5 years ago and today, I can’t tell it isn’t my natural knee. Great communicator and skilled surgeon

March 27th, 2026

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Both of my knees had been bone on bone for well over 15 years, and I was finally ready for the TKR surgeries. I did my usual online research and Dr Desai stood out as very favorable. I had seen him a couple of years ago for my spine, so he was not a stranger to me. We reviewed my MRIs and he explained in detail about the surgeries, how they would be robot-assisted, which replacements he would use, and what I could expect post-surgery. He was very thorough. I felt ready to move forward and we scheduled my left TKR in April. Everything went well. My right TKR was scheduled in August. I had mentioned to Dr Desai that the hospitalist had given me a hard time about pain meds after my first surgery; he told me that he and I were a team and we determined my meds together. He then left instructions with the nursing staff that if there were any problems with other doctors or medications to call his cell phone immediately. He made himself available. And I now have the knees of a 20-year-old!

February 22nd, 2024

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i was sedintary for 10 years after a bad knee surgery. the pain in my right knee was so bad that i went to dr desai. he is absolutely the best and gave me my faith in doctors back. if you have orthopedic problems go to the best, dr desai

August 19th, 2019

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Dr.Desai is always smiling and so friendly, he cares about all his patients,,he has helped me beable to stay walking if it wasn't for Dr.D I would be in a wheel chair so to me and in my eyes he is the greatest. So Thank you so much Dr.Desai

May 21st, 2019

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Dr.Desai is a wonderful doctor who I would recommend to anyone. He did surgery on my elbow a few years back and now he is giving me injections for my foot. I think God for him.

September 5th, 2017

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A recent at home accident caused me to have surgery on my knee twice by Dr. Desai and on of his partners. I have never met kinder more knowledgeable men. I received excellent care and would highly recommend him for your orthopedic needs.

April 28th, 2017

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Excellent bed side manner. Verry happy with my surgery.

June 28th, 2016

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I was referred to this doctor by my friend who underwent surgery by this doctor. He had an excellent bedside manner, spent time with me and explained my condition. He told me I don't need surgery . My pain is gone after injection and physical therapy. I have already referred many of my friends and relatives to this doctor .

April 9th, 2016

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Very little time spent with me and seemed anxious to schedule surgery and get out . Waited forever and not told why. Staff inattentive and rude. I went elsewhere.

March 20th, 2016

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Awesome doctor. Excellent results with my hip replacement. I would recommend this doctor to anyone.

December 5th, 2015

Med Center Health Orthopaedics And Sports Medicine

825 2nd Ave Ste C2Bowling Green, KY 42101

Tel: (270) 780-2750

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

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The Medical Center At Scottsville

456 Burnley RdScottsville, KY 42164

Tel: (270) 622-2800

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

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The Medical Center In Bowling Green

250 Park StBowling Green, KY 42101

Tel: (270) 745-1000

University Of Kentucky Healthcare Good Samaritan Hospital

310 S LimestoneLexington, KY 40508

Tel: (859) 226-7000

University Of Kentucky Albert B Chandler Medical Center

800 Rose StLexington, KY 40536

Tel: (859) 323-5000

University Of Kentucky Albert B Chandler Medical Center

800 ROSE ST FL 2LEXINGTON, KY 40536


Dr. Rasesh Rohitbhai Desai, MD	Dr. Eugene Carter Hansbrough, MD	Dr. Keith Dewayne Morrison, MD	Dr. Vaughn Lee Fisher Jr, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
4.3 (62 Ratings)	2.7 (27 Ratings)	3.4 (12 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
27 Years of Experience	44 Years of Experience	37 Years of Experience	72 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English
Bowling Green , KY	Rolla , MO	GLASGOW , KY	Bowling Green , KY
Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College	Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine	Med School: University of Tennessee
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid

Orthopedic Surgery

Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Herniated Disc
Hip Osteoarthritis
Hip Surgery
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee Surgery
Laminectomy
Osteoarthritis
Scoliosis
Sports Medicine
Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Kentucky, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Vanderbilt University Med Ctr

Medical School

Smt N H L Municipal Medical CollegeGraduated in 1999

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Where is Dr. Rasesh Desai's office located?: Dr. Rasesh Desai's office is located at 825 2nd Ave Ste C2, Bowling Green, KY, 42101.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rasesh Desai affiliated with?: Dr. Rasesh Desai is affiliated with The Medical Center In Bowling Green, University Of Kentucky Healthcare Good Samaritan Hospital, University Of Kentucky Albert B Chandler Medical Center, The Medical Center At Franklin, The Medical Center At Scottsville, Greenview Regional Hospital, and Kentucky Childrens Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Rasesh Desai speak?: Dr. Rasesh Desai speaks English and Spanish.

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