Summary

Dr. Svetang Desai is a gastroenterologist with 21 years of experience treating digestive system disorders. He earned his medical degree and completed his residency at Baylor College of Medicine in 2009, followed by specialized fellowship training at Duke University in Durham, North Carolina in 2014. Dr. Desai holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Desai practices at Houston Methodist Gastroenterology Associates in Sugar Land, Texas. His clinical expertise includes treating conditions such as noninfectious gastroenteritis, traveler's diarrhea, and colitis. He performs diagnostic procedures including celiac disease antibody tests and general blood work for immunology and serology evaluation. Patients rate Dr. Desai 4.8 out of 5 stars on average for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 21 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Duke University, Durham, North Carolina
  • 35 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Houston Methodist Gastroenterology Associates

16537 Southwest Fwy Ste 110Sugar Land, TX 77479
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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21 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Arabic, English Speaks English Speaks English
Sugar Land , TXPasadena , TXSacramento , CALittle Rock , AR
Med School: American Board of Internal Medicine (Board Certification) Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Emory University Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Svetang Vijay Desai

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Community Health Choice
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Memorial Hermann
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Renaissance
  • Renaissance - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Svetang Vijay Desai has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Svetang Vijay Desai has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

Svetang Vijay Desai holds an active medical license in the state of Texas. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Duke University, Durham, North Carolina in 2014.

Residency

Completed their residency at Baylor College of Medicine in 2009.

Medical School

Graduated from American Board of Internal Medicine (Board Certification) in 2012 and University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, Tennessee in 2005.

NPI Number

Svetang Vijay Desai's NPI number is 1003069733.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Svetang Desai speak?
Svetang Desai speaks English and Spanish.
Does Svetang Desai accept my insurance?
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Where is Svetang Desai's office located?
Svetang Desai's office is located at 16537 Southwest Fwy Ste 110, Sugar Land, TX, 77479.
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