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Dr. Sandhya Desai, MD

Dr. Sandhya Desai, MD

Internal Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Sandhya Desai, MD is an internist in Wilkes Barre, PA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from MGM Med Coll, Indore University in 1993. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Geisinger Community Medical Center and Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

3 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 3 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

545 N River St Ste 230 Wilkes Barre, PA 18702

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Desai specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Good Nurse Communication
    Patients said they had good communication with nurses. See hospitals
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. See reviews
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Dr. Desai's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Desai

3.0
22 ratings, 9 with a written review
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Rude/cocky woman
Very rude look for a doctor who is willing to help and is not as cocky as she is. Just because she has a degree she feels like she’s better than everyone
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
11 others found this helpful
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Junior Schneider – Jun 02, 2023
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Best Dr. ever!
Dr. Desai is the most professional and caring Dr. I’ve had in my lifetime. She follows up on absolutely everything and genuinely cares about her patients and their concerns. Wonderful!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Brenda P. – Mar 04, 2023
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I have been with Dr Desai for over a decade and would not consider another doctor she has continually taken every aspect of my care with the highest regard. Dr Desai has gone above and beyond the call of duty when my husband was misdiagnosed 5 times for the same issue by another provider ... she of course is now my entire families primary care physician. She has seen my 83 year old mother through 2 battles with cancer and has made herself available in a personal timely professional manner.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Mary Gustinucci – Jan 30, 2023
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Always a great experience
Scheduling is always a breeze and the staff is very friendly, prompt, and helpful. Dr. Desai is very knowledgeable and takes the time to explain information to patients in depth and makes sure its understood. Never rushed out of the room, always makes sure all my questions and concerns have been addressed. Very personable and comforting to talk to, always very satisfied with my visits and her advisements.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Corinne Zaleski – Jan 26, 2023
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Excellent doctor
I had a visit with Dr Desai today. She is an excellent doctor. She took care of my medical needs. I highly recommend her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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J Pocono – Jan 24, 2023
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Quick Temper
Through blood work I found there was a liver problem. Dr Desai assured me I would be fine in 3 weeks. I wasn’t. After 6 weeks with no relief I began to wonder if something else might be going on as some days I couldn’t get out of bed. When I would discuss this with her she seemed aloof and annoyed. One morning around 6 am I felt very ill. I called the office to see if anyone was on call and it was Dr Desai. It was apparent by her voice that I had woken her and she was not happy about it. When I told her I thought I should go to emergency she said go and hung up on me. Need less to say I was distraught. I’m calling my Dr for help and she hangs up. I texted her asking why she was so angry when I just wanted help. Her response was to not text her again and make an appointment for routine problems. It turned out I had gastritis, gastroenteritis, diverticulitis, acid reflux, hiatal hernia, cancer and emphysema. So if you’re looking for a competent, compassionate Dr., look elsewhere
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
13 others found this helpful
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Jan 21, 2023
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Dr. Desai is patient and listened to all my concerns. She's very knowledgeable about the conditions that I have. Her office is professional and she and her staff are easy to talk to. I have already recommended her to my sister and a friend.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 22, 2021
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DO NOT GO TO THIS WOMEN!!! This Dr. almost killed my mom. My mom kept telling her something was wrong with her stomach and all she did was give her a pill. My mom had urinary tracked infections every month, which we all know this isn't normal, she gave her a pill. My mom wound up in the ER room, bleeding internally and no nutrients were going into her body for a long time. The surgeon said this should have been caught long ago. My mom survived thanks to the surgeon.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
22 others found this helpful
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Gerri Williams in Wilkes Barre, PA – May 09, 2016
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I been with Dr Desai seen 2008 and so far she a excellent Dr no complaints about her
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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Carmen Trinidad in Exeter pa – Mar 15, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Sandhya Desai, MD is an internist in Wilkes Barre, PA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from MGM Med Coll, Indore University in 1993. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Geisinger Community...read more
  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Strp Mercy Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2001
  • Mgm Med Coll, Indore University

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Richard H. Blum MD545 N River St Ste 230 Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
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Practice

Wilkes-Barre General Hospital575 N River St Wilkes Barre, PA 18764
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center

    1000 E Mountain Dr
    Wilkes Barre, PA 18711
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Geisinger Community Medical Center

    1800 Mulberry St
    Scranton, PA 18510
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Wilkes-Barre General Hospital

    575 N River St
    Wilkes Barre, PA 18764

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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