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Dr. Apurva Desai, MD

Dr. Apurva Desai, MD

Medical Oncology*

Dr. Apurva Desai, MD is a medical oncologist in Elgin, IL. Dr. Desai has extensive experience in Renal Neoplasms & Resection, Gastrointestinal Neoplasms, and Pancreatic Neoplasms. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

1710 N Randall Rd Ste 300 Elgin, IL 60123
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Desai is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital Winfield, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Desai specializes in the areas of Hematology & Medical Oncology. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Desai's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Desai

3.6

17 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
59%
59%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
12%
12%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
29%
29%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
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
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 15, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Barb Becker – Jan 15, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
14 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sorry I Wasted My Time – Aug 01, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
John in Crystal Lake, IL – Mar 16, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Apurva Desai, MD is a medical oncologist in Elgin, IL. Dr. Desai has extensive experience in Renal Neoplasms & Resection, Gastrointestinal Neoplasms, and Pancreatic Neoplasms. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Advocate Lutheran...read more
  • Medical Oncology

  • Hematology

  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine

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  • Rush Presby St Luke's M C|university Of Chicago Hosps

    Residency Hospital
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Hematology
Medical Oncology
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Locations

Practice

Fox Valley Hematology and Oncology LTD1710 N Randall Rd Ste 300 Elgin, IL 60123
1
Ascension St. Alexius1555 N Barrington Rd Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
2
Ascension Medical Group Illinois Surgical Cancer Care Hoffman Estates1555 N Barrington Rd Ste 3350 Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
3

Practice

Congress Internal Medicine Associates LLC360 Station Dr Ste 201 Crystal Lake, IL 60014
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital

    25 N Winfield Rd
    Winfield, IL 60190
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital

    450 W Il Route 22
    Barrington, IL 60010
    Recipient of 26
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 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.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Advocate Lutheran General Hospital

    1775 Dempster St
    Park Ridge, IL 60068
    Recipient of 52
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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