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 63 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Desai is currently accepting new patients.
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Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
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- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- OTHER MEDICAID
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Virendra R. Desai
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Virendra R. Desai?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Virendra R. 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 R. 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 R. 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 R. Desai specialize in?
While Dr. Virendra R. 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 R. Desai participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Virendra R. Desai has published 63 articles and abstracts on conditions like Spinal Cord Abscess. You can view a list of Dr. Virendra R. 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 R. Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Virendra R. 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
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.
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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.
- Brain AbscessDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Brain Abscess.
- Brain HerniationDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Brain Herniation.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Brain TumorDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Bulging FontanellesDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Bulging Fontanelles.
- Cerebellum Agenesis HydrocephalyDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Cerebrospinal Fluid LeakDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak.
- Chiari MalformationDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Chiari Malformation.
- Chiari Malformation Type 1Dr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 1.
- Choroid Plexus CystDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Cyst.
- Chronic PainDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pain.
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- Clouston SyndromeDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Clouston Syndrome.
- Deep Brain StimulationDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Deep Brain Stimulation.
- Ectodermal DysplasiasDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Ectodermal Dysplasias.
- EncephaloceleDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Encephalocele.
- EpilepsyDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy.
- Familial PorencephalyDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Familial Porencephaly.
- Frontonasal DysplasiaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Frontonasal Dysplasia.
- GliomaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Glioma.
- Gliomatosis CerebriDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Gliomatosis Cerebri.
- Glossopharyngeal NeuralgiaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia.
- HypochondroplasiaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Hypochondroplasia.
- Hypothalamic HamartomasDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Hypothalamic Hamartomas.
- Increased Intracranial PressureDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Increased Intracranial Pressure.
- Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn
- LaminectomyDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Laminectomy.
- Leigh SyndromeDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Leigh Syndrome.
- Microvascular DecompressionDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Microvascular Decompression.
- MyelomeningoceleDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Myelomeningocele.
- Nerve DecompressionDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Nerve Decompression.
- NeuralgiaDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Neuralgia.
- Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)Dr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1).
- Normal Pressure HydrocephalusDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus.
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)Dr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).
- Primary Basilar ImpressionDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Primary Basilar Impression.
- Pseudotumor Cerebri SyndromeDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome.
- Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM)
- ScoliosisDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Scoliosis.
- SeizuresDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Seizures.
- SpasticityDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Spasticity.
- Spinal TumorDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Tumor.
- StrokeDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Stroke.
- Tethered Cord SyndromeDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Tethered Cord Syndrome.
- ThrombectomyDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Thrombectomy.
- Von Hippel-Lindau (VHL) SyndromeDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Von Hippel-Lindau (VHL) Syndrome.
