4.6
9 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Shashank Desai is a cardiovascular disease specialist with expertise in internal medicine who has dedicated over three decades to caring for patients with complex heart conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Chicago Division of Biological Sciences Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Pennsylvania Health System. With 32 years of experience treating cardiovascular disorders, Dr. Desai brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He provides care in English for his patients.
Dr. Desai practices at multiple Inova facilities in Falls Church, Virginia, including Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, and Inova LJ Murphy Children's Hospital. His clinical focus centers on treating heart failure and various forms of cardiomyopathy, including arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy. He performs diagnostic procedures such as chest imaging and pathology tests to help evaluate heart conditions. Patients have rated Dr. Desai 4.6 …out of 5 stars on average.
Read More Read less Dr. Desai practices at multiple Inova facilities in Falls Church, Virginia, including Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, and Inova LJ Murphy Children's Hospital. His clinical focus centers on treating heart failure and various forms of cardiomyopathy, including arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy. He performs diagnostic procedures such as chest imaging and pathology tests to help evaluate heart conditions. Patients have rated Dr. Desai 4.6 …out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 32 years of experience
- speaks English
- University Of Pennsylvania Health System
- 3 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 14 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Shashank Shailesh Desai has 3 locationsInova Fairfax Hospital
3300 Gallows RdFalls Church, VA 22042 Tel: (703) 776-4001
Mon7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Inova Medical Group Heart And Lung Transplant
3300 Gallows RdFalls Church, VA 22042 Tel: (703) 776-2986
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Shashank Shailesh Desai, MD | Micheas Zemedkun, MD | Manish Hasmukh Shah, MD | Rahul Malik, MD |
| Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 32 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Amharic | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Falls Church , VA | Washington , DC | Reston , VA | Brandywine , MD |
| Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine | Med School: Harvard Medical School | Med School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine | Med School: Maulana Azad Medical College |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Shashank Shailesh Desai has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Shashank Shailesh Desai has the following 14 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
32 Years Experience
Dr. Shashank Shailesh Desai holds an active medical license in the state of Virginia.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Virginia that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Of Pennsylvania Health System.
Medical School
Graduated from Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine in 1994.
NPI Number
Dr. Desai's NPI number is 1134156151.
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