Overview
Virendra Desai is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California.
Dr. Desai is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Cord Abscess, Subdural Hematoma, Epidural Abscess, Rhizotomy, and Thrombectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 61 peer reviewed articles.
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- HMO
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Locations
4650 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90027
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Desai has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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.
USC Neurosurgeons Inc.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Virendra Desai
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Virendra Desai?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Virendra Desai by calling their office at 323-361-2169. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Virendra Desai a top-rated expert for Spinal Cord Abscess?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Virendra Desai is classified as an Advanced expert for Spinal Cord Abscess, 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. Virendra Desai specialize in?
While Dr. Virendra Desai is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Spinal Cord Abscess, Subdural Hematoma, and Rhizotomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Virendra Desai participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Virendra Desai has published 61 articles and abstracts on conditions like Spinal Cord Abscess. You can view a list of Dr. Virendra Desai's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Virendra Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Virendra Desai accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 323-361-2169 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Arachnoid CystsDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Arachnoid Cysts.
- Epidural AbscessDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Epidural Abscess.
- HydrocephalusDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Hydrocephalus.
- RhizotomyDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Rhizotomy.
- Spinal Cord AbscessDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Spinal Cord Abscess.
- Subdural HematomaDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Subdural Hematoma.
- Experienced
- Absence SeizureDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Absence Seizure.
- AchondroplasiaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Achondroplasia.
- Aplasia Cutis CongenitaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Aplasia Cutis Congenita.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Awake CraniotomyDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Awake Craniotomy.
- Binder's SyndromeDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Binder's Syndrome.