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Dr. Neeraj Desai, MD

Dr. Neeraj Desai, MD

Pulmonology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Neeraj Desai, MD is a pulmonology specialist in Arlington Heights, IL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Desai has extensive experience in Interstitial Lung Disease and Obstructive Lung Disease. He graduated from BOMBAY CENTER / DR D.Y. PATIL MEDICAL COLLEGE in 2001. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Alexian Brothers Medical Center 1 and Saint Alexius Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (18 reviews)

AMITA Health Medical Group Pulmonology Arlington Heights

1614 W Central Rd Ste 105 Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Telehealth available

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(847) 818-1184

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Desai is affiliated with Northwest Community Hospital Arlington Heights, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for pulmonology.

Dr. Desai is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Pulmonology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Desai specializes in the area of Pulmonary Disease. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Desai's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Desai

4.2

18 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
78%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
11%
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1 Star
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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
No results
8 people found this helpful
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P. Fitzgibbon – Sep 05, 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
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
NICK J. Romano – Aug 27, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
John Photopulos in Lake Barrington – Oct 19, 2017
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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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
VHO in IL – Aug 09, 2016
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
TJW in Brooklyn, NY – Aug 08, 2016
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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
Leon Adelman in Alexandria, VA – Aug 06, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
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J. Hicks in Arlington Heights, IL – May 11, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Neeraj Desai specializes in Interventional Pulmonology and Pulmonary Disease and is part of AMITA Health's extensive provider network, which includes more than 7,000 affiliated providers. The AMITA Health system serves communities throughout...read more

biography

Dr. Neeraj Desai specializes in Interventional Pulmonology and Pulmonary Disease and is part of AMITA Health's extensive provider network, which includes more than 7,000

  • Pulmonology

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  • Bombay Center / Dr D.y. Patil Medical College

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Pulmonary Disease
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Dr. Desai is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Pulmonology

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    Locations

    AMITA Health Medical Group Pulmonology Arlington Heights

    AMITA Health Medical Group Pulmonology Arlington Heights1614 W Central Rd Ste 105 Arlington Heights, IL 60005
    1

    AMITA Health Medical Group Pulmonology Elk Grove Village

    AMITA Health Medical Group Pulmonology Elk Grove Village800 Biesterfield Rd Ste 510 Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Northwest Community Hospital

      800 W Central Rd
      Arlington Heights, IL 60005
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

      Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™ (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.

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Alexian Brothers Medical Center 1

      800 Biesterfield Rd
      Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
      Recipient of 31
      hospital awards

      Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia

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

      Superior clinical outcomes in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia

      View all awards

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      73%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Saint Alexius Medical Center

      1555 N Barrington Rd
      Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
      Recipient of 15
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Pulmonary Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia

      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
      72%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      3% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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