Dr. Desai is a double board-certified specialist with a lifelong dedication to helping others achieve weight loss and long-term health. Over the past six years, he has emerged as a pioneer in the fields of obesity and weight loss, becoming one of the first bariatric surgeons to achieve certification with the American Board of Obesity Medicine. Throughout his career, Dr. Desai has successfully guided thousands of patients toward significant weight loss, using a comprehensive approach that combines surgical expertise, medical therapies, and a focus on natural, sustainable results. Known for his innovative methods, he emphasizes the body’s natural healing processes and long-term lifestyle changes over quick fixes.
Dr. Desai’s medical journey began with rigorous training at prestigious institutions, including Northwestern University, the Cleveland Clinic, Mount Sinai Health, and Scripps Health. During his time at Scripps, he trained in Bariatric and Advanced GI Surgery as part of California’s largest bariatric practice. He later contributed to the growth of the New York Bariatric Group, expanding its presence across Long Island and Connecticut. This extensive training has equipped him with unique insights into both the surgical and psychological aspects of weight loss, allowing him to offer a holistic approach to patient care.
With Dr. Desai, you will find a dedicated partner in your journey to health and well-being. Drawing on his personal experience with weight loss and his background as the son of a psychiatrist, Dr. Desai understands the emotional and mental challenges of health transformation. He believes that effective weight loss goes beyond procedures and requires a personal commitment to change. By integrating nutrition, fitness, and longevity practices into his programs, Dr. Desai empowers his patients to take charge of their health and achieve lasting success. His passion lies in helping patients harness their own strengths to make meaningful, long-term changes—often without relying on medications or surgeries.
Dr. Desai is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Obesity Medicine. He is an active member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery and is deeply committed to advancing the field of weight loss medicine. His dual expertise in surgery and medicine allows him to offer a broad spectrum of tools and techniques tailored to each individual’s needs. From groundbreaking procedures to personalized lifestyle strategies, Dr. Desai’s work is rooted in evidence-based practices that prioritize his patients’ long-term health and well-being.
FACS –Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
FASMBS – Fellow of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
