Overview
Chirag Desai is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
Dr. Desai is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Fitz-Hugh-Curtis Syndrome, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Islet Cell Transplantation, and Liver Transplant.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 104 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Desai is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
101 Manning Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
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 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, Infantile Neutropenia, Kidney Transplant, and Islet Cell Transplantation. Dr. Kirk is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. Dr. Kirk is currently accepting new 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 22 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. Dr. Muir is currently accepting new patients.
Duke Liver Clinic - Clinic 2B/2C
I manage patients with all forms of liver disease, including those with advanced liver disease who require liver transplantation. Additionally, I perform upper endoscopies and screening colonoscopies. I prioritize spending time with my patients to get to know them and their families, helping them optimize their health. It's essential for me to educate my patients about their illnesses so they feel empowered. Together, we create the best care plan based on the latest medical science, focusing on their goals and preferences. Dr. Floyd is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Varices, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Visceromegaly, and Hepatitis. Dr. Floyd is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Gastroenterology and American Board Of Internal Med, Transplant Hepatology. Dr. Floyd is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Chirag S. Desai
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Chirag S. Desai?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Chirag S. 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 S. 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 S. 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 S. Desai specialize in?
While Dr. Chirag S. Desai is a Transplant Surgery, they have specific expertise in Islet Cell Transplantation, Liver Transplant, and Pancreatectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Transplant Surgery.
Does Dr. Chirag S. Desai participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Chirag S. Desai has published 104 articles and abstracts on conditions like Islet Cell Transplantation. You can view a list of Dr. Chirag S. 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 S. Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Chirag S. 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
- 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
- Fitz-Hugh-Curtis SyndromeDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Fitz-Hugh-Curtis Syndrome.
- Kidney TransplantDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Kidney Transplant.
- Liver FailureDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Experienced
- Caroli DiseaseDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Caroli Disease.
- Chronic Antibody-Mediated RejectionDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection.
- CirrhosisDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- EndoscopyDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- HepatectomyDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Hepatectomy.
- Hepatic Cystic HamartomaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Hepatic Cystic Hamartoma.
- HepatitisDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Liver CancerDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Liver Cancer.
- NephrectomyDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Nephrectomy.
- Pancreas TransplantDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Pancreas Transplant.
- Polycystic Kidney DiseaseDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Polycystic Kidney Disease.
- Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant
- SplenectomyDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Splenectomy.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
- VisceromegalyDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.


