Overview
Chirag Desai is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
Dr. Desai is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Liver Failure, Islet Cell Transplantation, and Liver Transplant.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 100 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
101 Manning Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Chapel Hill, NC 27599
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.
Duke Gastroenterology Clinic - Clinic 2J
I am proud to serve as the Chief of the Duke Division of Gastroenterology. In addition to my administrative duties, I enjoy my clinical practice focused on the care of patients with liver diseases. I also continue to participate in clinical research and hope that these studies offer our patients the latest advances and treatment options. Dr. Muir is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Sclerosing Cholangitis, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Muir is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Gastroenterology and American Board Of Internal Med, Transplant Hepatology.
Duke Kidney/Pancreas Transplant Clinic - Clinic 2B/2C
I am a transplant surgeon specializing in kidney transplants. Kidney transplantation is unique in surgery because you’re providing a cure for a disease. It’s very rewarding to see the patients succeed after surgery; the donors also make my practice very special. We can’t do a transplant without them providing this wonderful gift. Duke has been performing kidney transplants for 50+ years – since the very beginnings of the field. In fact, the process of how we match tissues for transplants was started at Duke. We’ve done thousands of kidney transplants here, so it’s great to be a part of a program with such a rich history. I’m also the chairman of the Department of Surgery and the surgeon-in-chief for the Duke University Health System, where we perform all types of transplants. Dr. Kirk is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Malnutrition, Hepatic Ischemia, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Islet Cell Transplantation. Dr. Kirk is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery.
Duke Children's Health Center Liver Transplant Clinic
I am an abdominal transplant and hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) surgeon. My enthusiasm for transplantation stems from the significant impact a successful transplant can have on a patient's health and well-being. My goal is to help patients understand their frequently complex medical situations in a straightforward way. Dr. Barbas is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Cancer, Liver Failure, Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Barbas is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Chirag Desai
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Chirag Desai?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Chirag Desai by calling their office at 984-974-1000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Chirag Desai a top-rated expert for Islet Cell Transplantation?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Chirag Desai is classified as an Distinguished expert for Islet Cell Transplantation, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Chirag Desai specialize in?
While Dr. Chirag Desai is a Transplant Surgery, they have specific expertise in Islet Cell Transplantation, Chronic Pancreatitis, and Liver Transplant. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Transplant Surgery.
Does Dr. Chirag Desai participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Chirag Desai has published 100 articles and abstracts on conditions like Islet Cell Transplantation. You can view a list of Dr. Chirag Desai's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Chirag Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Chirag Desai accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 984-974-1000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Desai isDistinguished. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- Islet Cell TransplantationDr. Desai isDistinguished. Learn about Islet Cell Transplantation.
- Liver TransplantDr. Desai isDistinguished. Learn about Liver Transplant.
- PancreatectomyDr. Desai isDistinguished. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- Advanced
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Kidney TransplantDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Kidney Transplant.
- Liver FailureDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Caroli DiseaseDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Caroli Disease.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- CholestasisDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.


