Anant J. Desai
Expertise in
3
conditions

Dr. Anant J. Desai

Endocrinology
Renal Consultants Medical Group
10605 Balboa Blvd, 
Granada Hills, CA 
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Expertise in
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Renal Consultants Medical Group
10605 Balboa Blvd, 
Granada Hills, CA 

Overview

We are proud to provide our patients with evidence-based, expert care in a courteous, and compassionate manner. We promise timely appointments and return phone calls. We understand the unique needs of our patients and respect their individuality. Most importantly, we like for our patients to be well informed and to take an active part in their health care.

Dr. Desai is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH), Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Tissue Biopsy, and Orchiectomy.

Dr. Desai is board certified in American Board Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine, and Internal Medicine (Sub: Nephrology). He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 68 peer reviewed articles and participating in 5 clinical trials. Dr. Desai is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Endocrinology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CA

Board Certifications

American Board Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine (Sub: Nephrology)

Fellowships

University of Michigan Medical Center , Nephrology , 1998 - 2000

Hospital Affiliations

Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
Providence Holy Cross Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English
Gujarati 
Hindi

Gender

Male

Insurance

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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Wellcare
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Locations

Renal Consultants Medical Group
10605 Balboa Blvd, Granada Hills, CA 91344
Other Locations
23928 Lyons Avenue, Suite 205, Newhall, CA 91321

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

5 Clinical Trials

A Phase 1/2, Multicenter Trial to Investigate the Safety, Tolerability, Pharmacokinetics, and Pharmacodynamics of BION-1301 in Healthy Volunteers and Adults With IgA Nephropathy
A Phase 1/2, Multicenter Trial to Investigate the Safety, Tolerability, Pharmacokinetics, and Pharmacodynamics of BION-1301 in Healthy Volunteers and Adults With IgA Nephropathy
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: June 16, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: BION-1301
Study Phase: Phase 1/Phase 2
A Phase 1b, Multicenter, Open-Label Study to Evaluate Safety, Tolerability, Pharmacokinetics, and Efficacy of Mezagitamab (TAK-079) in Patients With Primary IgA Nephropathy in Combination With Stable Background Therapy
A Phase 1b, Multicenter, Open-Label Study to Evaluate Safety, Tolerability, Pharmacokinetics, and Efficacy of Mezagitamab (TAK-079) in Patients With Primary IgA Nephropathy in Combination With Stable Background Therapy
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: June 01, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Mezagitamab
Study Phase: Phase 1
A Phase 1 Open-Label, Proof-of-Concept Study to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of CLBS201 Autologous Peripheral Blood-Derived CD34+ Cells in Subjects with Chronic Kidney Disease and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
A Phase 1 Open-Label, Proof-of-Concept Study to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of CLBS201 Autologous Peripheral Blood-Derived CD34+ Cells in Subjects with Chronic Kidney Disease and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: October 09, 2024
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: CLBS201
Study Phase: Phase 1
A Phase III, Randomized, Multicenter, Parallel-Group, Double-Blind, Double-Dummy Study in Adolescent and Adult Female Participants Comparing the Efficacy and Safety of Gepotidacin to Nitrofurantoin in the Treatment of Uncomplicated Urinary Tract Infection (Acute Cystitis)
A Phase III, Randomized, Multicenter, Parallel-Group, Double-Blind, Double-Dummy Study in Adolescent and Adult Female Participants Comparing the Efficacy and Safety of Gepotidacin to Nitrofurantoin in the Treatment of Uncomplicated Urinary Tract Infection (Acute Cystitis)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: June 22, 2023
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drugs: Gepotidacin, Nitrofurantoin
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Multi-Center Open-label Investigation to Assess the Safety and Efficacy of Multiple Doses of DM199 in Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease
A Multi-Center Open-label Investigation to Assess the Safety and Efficacy of Multiple Doses of DM199 in Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: March 31, 2022
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: DM199
Study Phase: Phase 2
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68 Total Publications

Organ preservation for large rectal GIST: A video vignette.
Organ preservation for large rectal GIST: A video vignette.
Journal: Colorectal disease : the official journal of the Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland
Published: March 02, 2026
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What conditions does Dr. Anant J. Desai specialize in?

While Dr. Anant J. Desai is a Endocrinology, they have specific expertise in End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH), and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Endocrinology.

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Yes. Dr. Anant J. Desai has published 68 articles and abstracts on conditions like End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). You can view a list of Dr. Anant J. Desai's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

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Dr. Anant J. Desai accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 818-349-1262 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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