Dr. Shaunak S. Desai | Newport Beach, CA | Orthopedic Surgery

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Dr. Shaunak Desai is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in treating conditions affecting the hands and upper extremities. He completed his residency at Henry Ford Health System in 2009, followed by specialized fellowship training at Stanford University Robert E. Chase Hand program in 2010. Dr. Desai speaks English.

Dr. Desai practices at Newport Orthopedic Institute in Newport Beach, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Hoag Hospital Irvine. He focuses on treating joint pain, hand discomfort, and wrist injuries. His approach to care includes recommending physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients recover function. Patients give him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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accepting new patients
4.8

36 Ratings
55 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Stanford University Robert E. Chase Hand
18 written reviews
1 specialty
7 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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Great doctor and excellent surgeon!

January 25th, 2021

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Dr Desai fixed my broken wrist right before Christmas. His staff made every effort to accommodate my schedule and got me in quickly. Dr Desai exuded confidence and expertise. I knew I was in good hands. The online daily follow up was a perfect format to ask questions and share concerns. I wish all doctors and their staffs were as accommodating.

January 2nd, 2019

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The Doctor was awesome. New his job . Great new patient. Great bedside manners knowledgeable about the human body, and did a great job explaining who I needed to fix my broken arm. I'm glad I have them as my new doctor.

October 25th, 2016

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Dr. Desai and his team were right on top of things. I was treated with kindness and compassion with the goal of healing me.u

July 21st, 2016

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Impressive, talented, and thorough Doctor. Can't wait to have my other hand fixed.

June 17th, 2016

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Very knowledgable and caring. He really wants to make you better.

May 3rd, 2016

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He is great! Easy to talk too.

April 14th, 2016

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This was my second carpal tunnel surgery with Dr. Desai. I chose him again because the first surgery was such a great experience. The second time was even better. Dr. Desai is personable and knowledgable. His expertise guided me to a quick recovery and much needed relief from carpal tunnel pain.

March 19th, 2016

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So grateful to have had such a competent doctor perform my surgery

January 6th, 2016

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Excellent doctor and a nice guy. Enjoyed our experience.

April 8th, 2015

Newport Orthopedic Institute - Newport Beach

22 Corporate Plaza DrNewport Beach, CA 92660

Tel: (949) 722-7038

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

SatClosed

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Dr. Shaunak S Desai	Dr. A. Michael Moheimani, MD	Dr. Brandon Ortega	Dr. Michael Klassen, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.8 (36 Ratings)	4.8 (194 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	4.9 (764 Ratings)
	49 Years of Experience	9 Years of Experience	37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English, Arabic		Speaks English
Newport Beach , CA	Santa Ana , CA	Long Beach , CA	Monterey , CA
	Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine and Public Health	Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California	Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA
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Orthopedic Surgery

Arm Fracture (Humeral Fractures)
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Dupuytren's Contracture
Hand Injuries
Hip Osteoarthritis
Knee Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Stanford University Robert E. Chase Hand2010

Residency

Henry Ford Health System2009

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