Overview
Shireena Desai is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Irvine, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Polyps, Hemorrhoids, Heartburn, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, and Colonoscopy.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Desai is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
6650 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92618
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Shireena S. Desai
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Shireena S. Desai?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Shireena S. Desai by calling their office at 833-574-2273. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Shireena S. Desai a top-rated expert for Colorectal Polyps?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shireena S. Desai is classified as an Experienced expert for Colorectal Polyps, 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. Shireena S. Desai specialize in?
While Dr. Shireena S. Desai is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Colorectal Polyps, Hemorrhoids, and Heartburn. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Shireena S. Desai participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Shireena S. Desai has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Colorectal Polyps. You can view a list of Dr. Shireena 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. Shireena S. Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Shireena S. Desai accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Shield of California and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 833-574-2273 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Experienced
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Colorectal PolypsDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Polyps.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- DiarrheaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.