Dr. Desai graduated from University of Birmingham in 2004 and completed a residency at Mountainside Fam Prac.Dr. Veena Desai, MD is an Internist in Paramus, NJ and has 20 years experience. Dr. Desai currently practices at Bergen Medical Associates and are affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center, Valley Hospital, Englewood Hospital and Hackensack Meridian Health Pascack Valley Medical. At present, Dr. Desai received an average rating of 3.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 16 times. Dr. Desai's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Desai also speaks Gujarati. Dr. Desai is board certified in Family Practice and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Bergen Medical Associates
1 W Ridgewood Ave Ste 301, Paramus, NJ 07652
Directions (201) 445-1660
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08:30 - 17:30

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Bergen Medical Associates
466 Old Hook Rd Ste 1, Emerson, NJ 07630
Directions (201) 967-8221
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08:00 - 16:00

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08:00 - 16:00

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10:30 - 18:30

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08:00 - 16:00

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Oct 25, 2022

When I had a one week cough that didn’t respond to antibiotics Dr. Desai did an X-ray and discovered lung cancer. She worked with my team and I am thankful to God for her insight and making sure I got well!

Jennifer Papantonio — Oct 25, 2022

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Gujarati

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Internal Medicine

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University of Birmingham
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Mountainside Fam Prac
2010

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Dr. Desai in specializes in Internal Medicine. See more on Sharecare.

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Dr. Desai's office is located at 1 W Ridgewood Ave Ste 301 Paramus, NJ 07652. You can find other locations and directions on Sharecare.

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Dr. Desai provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.

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Dr. Veena Desai, MD is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center, Valley Hospital, Englewood Hospital and Hackensack Meridian Health Pascack Valley Medical.

Is Dr. Veena Desai, MD a board-certified professional?

Yes, Dr. Veena Desai, MD holds board certification in Family Practice.

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Dr. Veena Desai, MD has a star rating of 3.9/5. See more patient feedback on Sharecare.

Hospital Affiliations

Hackensack University Medical Center
30 Prospect Ave, Hackensack, NJ
Valley Hospital
223 N Van Dien Ave, Ridgewood, NJ
Englewood Hospital
350 Engle St, Englewood, NJ
Hackensack Meridian Health Pascack Valley Medical
250 Old Hook Rd, Westwood, NJ

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