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Sapna V. Desai, MD

Medical Director, Mechanical Circulatory Support Program
Associate Section Head, Cardiomyopathy and Heart Transplantation

4.9 of 5 Stars
Based on 13 Patient Verified Ratings

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Dr. Sapna Desai earned her medical degree from Texas A&M University College of Medicine in College Station in 2002. She completed her residency in internal medicine & fellowship in cardiovascular diseases at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. Dr. Desai also completed a fellowship in heart failure and cardiac transplant at Stanford University Hospitals & Clinics in Stanford, California.

Dr. Desai is board-certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular diseases & nuclear cardiology. Her specialty is the treatment of advanced heart failure and cardiac transplantation. She practices Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans and Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge.

Medical School

Texas A&M University College of Medicine - College Station, TX

Residency

Rush University Medical Center - Chicago, IL

Fellowship

Stanford University Hospital and Clinics - Stanford, CA

American Board of Internal Medicine
American Board of Cardiovascular Disease

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November 2019

Everyone at Ochsner is always courteous and helpful on Jefferson Hwy. and St. Bernard Parish Hospital. The Parish Hospital is much better since Ochsner took over.

Dr. Desai is very clear, concise and easy to talk to. I wish I had the same connection with the rest of my doctors as I do with her.

October 2019

My experience is always respected and kind.

Everyone from labs to dr., was friendly and helpful. Wait time was reasonable and people seemed to genuinely care.

September 2019

great doctors and nurses

The office building was nice a very comfortable environment. The provide saw a #1 doctor in my book, wonderful great person. A real people person.

visit was for a consultation regarding cardiac care. Doctor was extremely informative and understanding. When asked to have a procedure, she did not hesitate to recommend a physician on the northshore.

Always a good experience!

Overall a very positive experience. The whole heart transplant team is great so far. It's only just begun.

August 2019

Dr. Desai was a pleasure to meet with. Very nice and it was easy to talk to her.

very good

Some times I don't understand, explain a little more clearly.

Getting from one office to another was challenging for me. Map at key location would be helpful.

April 2018

She has been an awesome dr. for my mom.

Our Response:
Thank you so much for this five star review, Monica! We are thrilled to see we provided your mom with top-notch care.

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January 2018

Dr. Desai is caring, professional, and compassionate.

Our Response:
It's so good to see that you had a positive experience with us, Erin. We work hard to make sure our patients receive the best quality of care. Thank you!

September 2017

Dr. Desai is a great doctor. She is trustworthy, professional, and compassionate. She has helped me in my journey and I am greatful.

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Thank you so much for this five star review, Vaughan! We are thrilled to hear that we provided you with top-notch care.

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