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Dr. Sanjay Desai, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 65
Dr. Sanjay Desai, MD
4.8 (195 Ratings)

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Dr. Sanjay Desai, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Richmond, VA.
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Dr. Sanjay Desai, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 65
Richmond, VA
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Sanjay Desai, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Richmond, VA.

About

Dr. Sanjay Desai, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Richmond, VA and has 40 years experience. They graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1984 and completed a residency at University of Massachusetts Medical Center.They currently practice at OrthoVirginia - Henrico Parham/West End and are affiliated with Parham Doctors' Hospital, Retreat Doctors' Hospital and Henrico Doctors' Hospital. Dr. Desai has experience treating conditions like Limb Pain, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Osteoarthritis of Hand among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Desai received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 195 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Desai is board certified in Hand Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Limb Pain
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Limb Pain
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Limb Pain
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Tenosynovitis
Trigger Finger
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Steroid Injection
De Quervain's Disease
Osteoarthritis
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Arthrocentesis
Carpal Tunnel Release
Hand Fracture Treatment Closed
Broken Arm
Degenerative Disc Disease
Dupuytrens Contracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Osteophyte of Hand
De Quervain's Release
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Hand Tendon Repair
Trigger Finger Release
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Bone Cancer
Bursitis
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Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Osteophyte
Elbow Sprain
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Humerus Fracture
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Medial Epicondylitis
Muscle Cramping
Myelopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Finger Joint
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pinched Nerve in Back
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Spine Deformities
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tibial Fracture
Wrist Fracture
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Joint Drainage
Neuroplasty
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Wrist Replacement

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 OrthoVirginia - Henrico Parham/West End
    7650 E Parham Rd Ste 100, Richmond, VA 23294
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    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

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4.8
Based on 195 Reviews
5 Stars (180)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (3)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (9)

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Feb 25, 2024
The Doctor, his nurse, front desk and everyone there were wonderful.
Lynn Douglas — Feb 25, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences
    1984
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Washington Hospital Center
    1985
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Massachusetts Medical Center
    1990
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Duke University Medical Center
    1994
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Sanjay Desai, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Desai's profile.

Dr. Desai frequently treats the following conditions: Limb Pain, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Osteoarthritis of Hand. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Sanjay Desai, MD is affiliated with Parham Doctors' Hospital, Retreat Doctors' Hospital and Henrico Doctors' Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Sanjay Desai, MD holds board certification in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Parham Doctors' Hospital

    7700 E Parham Rd, Richmond, VA

  • Retreat Doctors' Hospital

    2621 Grove Ave, Richmond, VA

  • Henrico Doctors' Hospital

    1602 Skipwith Rd, Richmond, VA