Summary

Dr. Shilpa Desai is an ophthalmologist who also practices internal medicine, bringing 15 years of comprehensive medical experience to her patients. She earned her medical degree from Harvard Medical School, providing her with a strong foundation in both eye care and general medicine. This dual specialty background allows Dr. Desai to understand how systemic health conditions can impact vision and eye health.

Dr. Desai practices at multiple locations throughout Massachusetts, including Boston, Brockton, Brighton, and Fall River. She is affiliated with several respected medical institutions, including Tufts Medical Center and Boston Medical Center Brighton. Her expertise focuses on serious retinal conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal detachment. She performs advanced diagnostic procedures including retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography, and provides specialized treatments like anti-VEGF therapy to help preserve and improve her patients' vision.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 15 years of experience
  • Harvard Medical School
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 7 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Shilpa Joshi Desai has 7 locations

Center For Eye Health

1 Pearl St Ste 1100Brockton, MA 02301
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
SunClosed

New England Eye Center At Tufts Medical Center

800 Washington St Ste 450Boston, MA 02111
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Saint Elizabeths Medical Center

736 Cambridge StBrighton, MA 02135

Saint Annes Hospital

795 Middle StFall River, MA 02721

Tufts Medical Center

800 Washington StBoston, MA 02111

Center For Eye Health

1030 President Ave Ste 202Fall River, MA 02720
Mon8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

New England Eye Center

260 Tremont St Fl 9-11Boston, MA 02116
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
SunClosed

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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15 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, French, Italian Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Brockton , MABrookline , MABrookline , MAWellesley , MA
Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Shilpa Joshi Desai

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Shilpa Joshi Desai has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Shilpa Joshi Desai has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Internal Medicine
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

Dr. Shilpa Joshi Desai holds an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 2011.

NPI Number

Dr. Desai's NPI number is 1104112879.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Shilpa Desai accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Shilpa Desai accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Shilpa Desai's office located?
Dr. Shilpa Desai's office is located at 1 Pearl St Ste 1100, Brockton, MA, 02301.
Is Dr. Shilpa Desai accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Shilpa Desai accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Shilpa Desai has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Shilpa Desai affiliated with?
Dr. Shilpa Desai is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center, Boston Medical Center Brighton, and Melrosewakefield Hospital.

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