Dr. Natasha Desai, MD

Terrible experience with an incompetent provider. Waited over two months for an appointment, office was running way behind schedule. Desai doesn't listen to her patients and only cares about her public profile. Choose one of the many other caring, competent, patient-focused providers in NYC.

They excepted me as a patient two months ago. But now that it is time for my appointment, suddenly, they remember that they don’t treat people with chronic pain such as me. They only treat people who have had pain for six months or less. How disrespectful to make me wait two months, only to find out that I have to start over finding another doctor.

She was running a bit late but apologized profusely. Did a very throughout exam and came up with a new diagnosis for my back and hip pain. Very courteous and friendly.

I highly recommend Dr. Natasha Desai for any sports-related injury and some older athletic injuries, as well. I suffer from knee pain. I am on my feet throughout the day; and, even was a former gymnast back in the day. I talked to Dr. Desai about the benefits of getting a Hyaluronic Acid Gel Injection. She advised it isn't a miracle cure for arthritis, it's a lubricant and may provide an alternative to surgery. She used advanced, ultrasound-guided equipment and explained step by step her procedure, it felt more like a spa-like experience. It's now been 2 months since my Gel injection -- I am back in the game! I couldn't be more pleased. Dr. Desai is a thoughtful, caring and extremely knowledgeable physician in sports medicine. Whether you are a professional athlete or just, unfortunately, happened to injure yourself in the gym or activity, Dr. Desai is your go-to. She helped me and hope she can assist you. Good luck and be well.

I have seen Natasha Desai 2 weeks ago for my right hip pain. She sent me for MRI which was scheduled after 6 days on Saturday. I was expecting her to call about my MRI results on Monday. I did not get any call from the Columbia Doctors. I called on Tuesday and asked Dr. Desai to call me. I did not get any phone call. I called on Wednesday twice requesting my test results because my hip was still bothering me. No calls nothing. Today is Thursday no calls from the doctor. I am not sure what type o

I turned to Dr. Desai when my old orthopedist gave me one last option only: surgery. Dr. Desai has helped me avoid knee surgery and has worked diligently to my injury and arthritis issues. She is very personable and caring. If there is a doctor who can keep me out of the operating room, that is definitely her. I have had minor problems with some office matters (scheduling, insurance), but I am willing to live with them because of the excellent care Dr. Desai provides.

Dr. Desai was extremely thorough and understanding in my appointment regarding my nagging knee injury. She focused not just on the knee joint but on the entire body that affected the joint which was a refreshing and effective wholistic approach. I appreciate the professionalism of her office and her willingness to accommodate my difficult schedule.

Dr. Desai is amazing and I am so lucky to have found her. She was the third orthopedic surgeon I visited due to an unresolved shoulder injury from years of swimming. She was patient and knowledgeable and I appreciated all of the questions she asked, instead of immediately insisting on surgery. It has been 4 years since my initial visit and I have no more pain and full motion in my shoulder. I would trust her with any issue and am very grateful for her care.

Dr. Desai has been great - responsive, personable, professional, smart. I have referred multiple patients to her and have only heard back excellent reviews. Her clinical judgement and ability to think outside the box has consistently provided patients new found hope on conditions they frustratedly were not making progress with. She certainly has my highest recommendation.

Amazing dr with great results!

I went to Dr Desai for terrible knee pain that I had been avoiding for a while. She put me at ease the minute she walked into the office. She used an ultrasound to assess my issues (something I’ve never seen before and probably saved me a visit to another clinic) and provided a plan that has allowed me to get back to my regular active lifestyle with no surgery, disruption or pain. She was thorough and explained everything. I am grateful that I found her and will definitely be coming back

Absolutely do not go to this doctor. She did not listen to me as her patient, gave me misinformation on both my condition and remediation, could not be bothered to respond to my calls in any reasonable amount of time, and is otherwise overpaid and underdelivering for the exceptionally poor treatment delivered. Seek out other care. Your condition may get worse under the direction of this doctor. If she were the last doctor in NYC, I would not go to her.

Dr. Desai is one of the most knowledgeable, kind, competent, caring, compassionate doctor I have met in my 75 years! It was indeed a privilege to have been referred to her. I cannot compliment her adequately for all she has done to help my healing, including listening to and answering my questions. I wish every doctor was like she is! I just cannot say enough positive things about her! Marge Berg

Dr. Desai is extremely thoughtful and took time to explain the injury. Consistent follow up and easy to schedule appointments

Dr Desai helped resolve a shoulder pain issue that I had been having for a year, even after physical therapy. She very quickly isolated the issue and came up with a treatment plan that resulted in no more pain and a resumption of my normal activities. Even just as important, she helped me understand what the fundamental issue was; I think this is a particularly important skill for a physician. I hope that I never have to come back, but if I do, I know I'm in good hands. Thanks!

Dr. Desai is thorough, caring and conservative with her diagnosis. She does not jump to conclusions and spends the necessary time to answer your questions. Freddy Kalles

She was very caring and mindful of our concerns regarding our daughter's condition and care. She presented a very thorough regimen protocol for our daughter's health plan, which benefited her immensely.