Dr. Saleem A. Desai, MD | Northridge, CA | Internist

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Dr. Saleem Desai is an internal medicine physician who specializes in gastroenterology and nutrition. He earned his medical degree from Miraj Medical College and has dedicated 34 years to practicing medicine. His extensive experience spans digestive health, nutritional counseling, and comprehensive internal medicine care. Dr. Desai is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient communities.

Dr. Desai practices at multiple locations throughout the Los Angeles area, including Northridge, Burbank, Van Nuys, Encino, West Hills, and Westlake Village, with hospital affiliations at UCLA West Valley Medical Center. He provides specialized care for patients experiencing urinary concerns such as frequent urination and nighttime urination episodes. His practice includes diagnostic procedures like comprehensive urine testing and urodynamic evaluations to assess bladder function. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 stars, reflecting their confidence in …his medical expertise and patient care approach.

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accepting new patients
4

40 Ratings
34 years of experience
14 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Miraj Medical College
13 written reviews
3 specialties
13 areas of expertise
3 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
8 office locations
Male

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He is very unprofessional and rude. Does not spend time with patience. No respect to time. The worst.

January 26th, 2020

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He is very unprofessional and rude. Does not spend time with patience. No respect to time. The worst.

January 26th, 2020

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He is the worst doctor ever. He is rude and unprofessional. He has no respect for time. He was 1:30 late for my procedure. He never came by before the surgery to greet me. Post recovery he made me wait 1:45 minutes to come and give me the results of the procedure. And to add insult to injury he discussed the results of my procedure in front of another patient. This is a HIPAA violation. He hadn't reviewed my medical chart to know that I have had other medical procedures in the lower half of my body that could result in complications. He is beyond horrible. Don't go to him save yourself the frustration. Also, I concur with my fellow reviewers that he didn't see me at the initial consultation appointment. I was seen by a nurse practitioner, although he was in the office doing paperwork. His staff like him are very unprofessional.

January 26th, 2020

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I have worked with Dr. Deaai for 15 yrs as an RN assisting him with a variety of procedures. He treats us with respect and as part of his team when providing amazing care to his patients. He knows his patients and works hard in a collaborative effort to resolve or treat varying symptoms and disease processes.

January 22nd, 2019

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Horrible doctor. Makes it no secret that he's only interested in his fees. Avoid this guy at all costs.

December 20th, 2014

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Dr. Desai is wonderful. Wish the same could be said of the office staff. They are neglectful, issue wrong dates and times for procedures and do not follow up and seldom do what they say they are going to do. Shame on them!

June 30th, 2014

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I went to two different specialist before being referred to Dr. Desai. This was a blessing. Thank you so much Dr. Desai, you saved my life. I recommend you with high respect.

February 18th, 2014

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I was so lucky to meet Dr. Desai....he diagnosed my condition promptly and then referred to me a surgeon at Northridge. Words cannot explain how satisfied I am. Thank you!

November 12th, 2013

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Dr. Desai is not only brilliant but very kind also.

May 24th, 2013

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I saw 2 other gastroenterologists before coming to Dr. Desai. He was able to reassure me and make me feel comfortable. I trust him completely! I would recommend him highly.

April 28th, 2013

Los Angeles Gastroenterology Institute

18350 Roscoe Blvd Ste 303Northridge, CA 91325

Tel: (818) 527-1747

Mon9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Thu9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Mercy Multispecialty Medical Group

421 E Angeleno Ave Ste 102Burbank, CA 91501

Tel: (818) 845-6800

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Valley Presbyterian Hospital

15107 Vanowen StVan Nuys, CA 91405

Encino Hospital Medical Center

16237 Ventura BlvdEncino, CA 91436

Tel: (818) 995-5000

Dignity Health Northridge Hospital Medical Center

18300 Roscoe BlvdNorthridge, CA 91325

West Hills Hospital

7300 Medical Center DrWest Hills, CA 91307

Los Angeles Gastroenterology Institute

1240 S Westlake Blvd Ste 137Westlake Village, CA 91361

Tel: (818) 527-1747

Los Angeles Gastroenterology Institute

16311 Ventura BlvdEncino, CA 91436

Tel: (818) 527-1747


Dr. Saleem A Desai, MD	Dr. George Mousa, MD	Dr. Tooba Rehman, MD	Dr. Adama Diarra, DO
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4 (40 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (3 Ratings)
34 Years of Experience	17 Years of Experience	16 Years of Experience	14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish			Speaks English, French, Bambara
Northridge , CA	Upland , CA	Katy , TX	Tigard , OR
Med School: Miraj Medical College	Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine	Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE	Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
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Constipation
Gastroenterology
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EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Miraj Medical CollegeGraduated in 1992

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What languages does Dr. Saleem Desai speak?: Dr. Saleem Desai speaks English and Spanish.

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