Chintan S. Desai, MD

Chintan S. Desai, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Cardiology

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Practice Focus Areas

  • Aortic Valve Disease
  • Cardiac Oncology
  • Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
  • Lipid Disorders
  • Mitral Valve Disease

Education

Medical Education:
MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - 2008
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2011
Fellowships:
Johns Hopkins University - 2016

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Health System Clinician, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Central DuPage Hospital
Delnor Hospital

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

391 Ratings

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79 Reviews

August 29, 2022

5.0

Love my conversations with my Dr each year...

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August 13, 2022

5.0

Dr. Desai takes time to review my case with me, talk about my current status and the next steps. He consistently confirms with me that I understand his message and that all my questions are answered.

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August 05, 2022

5.0

Listen to my concerns and answered my questions

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August 05, 2022

5.0

He is really a good doctor.

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July 14, 2022

5.0

He’s very kind, easy to talk to, and very thorough, he really listens to you and I trust him completely….he knows his stuff.

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July 14, 2022

5.0

Took plenty of time with us and answered questions patiently, very clear explanations, friendly and compassionate

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July 12, 2022

5.0

All my concerns and questions were fully answered and explained.

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July 08, 2022

5.0

He’s one of the most professional, caring and efficient Doctors and I most certainly appreciate and value his knowledge.

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July 08, 2022

5.0

Listened to me about concerns. Came up with alternatives. Very helpful.

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June 16, 2022

5.0

Yes. Dr Desai was very friendly and very easy to talk to and how well he listened to me. He understands my concerns and encouraging. He explains things so I could make good decisions. All the nurses were equally easy to talk with and encouraging. Very friendly!!

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April 27, 2022

5.0

Dr. Desai was compassionate and took time listen the issues. He suggested really easy to follow solutions. I would recommend him to friends and relatives If they are looking for a good cardiologist.

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April 26, 2022

5.0

Dr Desai takes the time to listen and explain. He is caring, kind and encouraging.

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April 21, 2022

5.0

Explain very clearly

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April 19, 2022

5.0

Excellent and likable specialist.

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April 19, 2022

5.0

He knows what he’s doing, good bedside manner

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April 19, 2022

5.0

My Dr. Desai and Dr. Z are absolutely the best and caring cardiologists. They are my angels and so very concerned with my heart and health issues. They are work and inform my PCP, Dr. Melody Derrick.

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April 14, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable and sensitive support. Listens well - good sense of humor.

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April 08, 2022

5.0

Very good explained everything made you very comfortable

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April 07, 2022

5.0

Excellent attitude and took time to go over my health concerns completely.

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April 04, 2022

5.0

Concerned professional manner who offers a tailor made, common sense treatment plan

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March 29, 2022

5.0

Easy to talk to and a good listener.

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March 26, 2022

5.0

Knowledge and patient interaction

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March 23, 2022

5.0

Good common sense, took time to explain things.

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March 22, 2022

5.0

Kind, knowledgeable. Answered all my questions

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March 17, 2022

5.0

Again, he isn’t willing to give up!

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March 16, 2022

5.0

answered all my questions, very friendly person

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March 09, 2022

5.0

Dr. Desai took great care in explaining things and was reassuring with my treatment and how I am doing. He answered my questions in a way that I could easily relate to and understand. His bedside manner is excellent.

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February 27, 2022

5.0

Dr Desai was professional but very approachable and listened to my concerns and set a plan to address my concerns

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February 13, 2022

5.0

I don’t care about people that rush me because I can no longer recall everything. I started with 27 pills. I have lost weight and I am ha happy

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February 07, 2022

5.0

First time meeting Doctor and was knowledgeable about what test were to be scheduled next

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January 31, 2022

5.0

He seems very well informed. Talked about studies going on. Keeps up with current medical advancements.

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January 31, 2022

5.0

This was my initial appoint with Dr. Desai. He took time to ask questions and get an idea of why I was there to see him. He identified a potential issue and describe a treatment plan. Through our discussion he confirmed back with me that I understood and was in agreement. He has a good approach and communication style.

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January 25, 2022

5.0

Very personable definitely is very knowledgeable about your condition and how to care for you.

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January 15, 2022

5.0

Based on his background I trust him. He was clear, patient and encouraged me to ask questions.

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January 14, 2022

5.0

Very sincere

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January 13, 2022

5.0

Dr Desai- Professional Knowledgeable Personable

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January 09, 2022

5.0

He is amazing

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January 07, 2022

5.0

Very helpful through difficult health situations. Easy to talk to.

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January 04, 2022

5.0

He is great, knowledgeable, good at listening and just a very nice man. He is why I come to Northwestern.

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January 03, 2022

5.0

“Real”, kind, knowledgeable.

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December 28, 2021

5.0

Makes treatment and medications very easy to understand.

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December 27, 2021

5.0

Very thorough and good explanation of treatment.

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December 24, 2021

5.0

Very good explaining my heart

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November 23, 2021

5.0

He’s personable and explains everything in terms you would understand

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November 23, 2021

5.0

Very interested in your health and best outcome. He is very through and personable.

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November 15, 2021

5.0

Knowledgeable, straightforward and compassionate care

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November 05, 2021

5.0

Did not rush

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November 05, 2021

5.0

Dr Desai makes me feel that I am his first concern. He treats me with respect and compassion

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November 04, 2021

5.0

Manners, intelligent and happy people!

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November 04, 2021

5.0

Very knowledgeable exceptional person

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November 02, 2021

5.0

Answered our questions. Knowledgeable and pleasant

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November 01, 2021

5.0

He is friendly, conscientious, patient and caring.

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October 29, 2021

5.0

He is the best

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October 09, 2021

5.0

He’s thorough and very nice, he takes rime to listen to his patients.

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October 04, 2021

5.0

He explains everything, is open to questions, & gives you his full attention. I will miss him when when he only practices at CDH. I will not go there as the parking is horrible and the place is too confusing. The people at Delnor are great.

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October 04, 2021

5.0

I have allergic reactions to several medications. He saw the need to change one of the medications I have been on. Dr. Desai explained options of different medications & helped as well as included me in the decision process of what was best for me. It has been a challenging health year for me & I am so thankful to have a doctor like Dr. Desai to help me.

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October 04, 2021

5.0

Say no more he's the best in my book, i trust him with my life.

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September 30, 2021

5.0

Dr. Desai takes time with patients and has genuine concern for the. I completely trust his judgement.

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September 29, 2021

5.0

A Caring and Patience person. He listens as well.

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September 29, 2021

5.0

Appears to be very knowledgeable and explains matters completely.

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September 27, 2021

5.0

Dr Desai was very knowledgeable and made me feel confident and comfortable when discussing treatment.

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September 26, 2021

5.0

Knowledgeable great people skills nice man

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September 23, 2021

5.0

Dr. Desai is both knowledgeable and compassionate. He knows his craft and practices it well.

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September 22, 2021

5.0

He listens

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September 21, 2021

5.0

Comprehensive in his reporting and listens to concerns.

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September 19, 2021

5.0

Great Dr

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September 15, 2021

5.0

Dr. Desai listens to the patient.

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September 14, 2021

5.0

He seemed really knowledgeable and just seems like such a kind and gentle man.

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September 13, 2021

5.0

It’s rare to find a Dr. nowadays such as Dr. Desai with the bedside manner and personality to fit the various patients seeking advice and guidance.

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September 13, 2021

5.0

Seems competent

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September 03, 2021

5.0

He seems knowledgeable and takes his time with me.

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August 30, 2021

5.0

I have found him to be honest, through and easy to work with.

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August 30, 2021

5.0

He is excellent.

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August 24, 2021

5.0

Very nice person, listens well, explains everything.

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August 08, 2021

5.0

Excellent cardiologist and relates to the patient

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August 01, 2021

5.0

he is great listenerobviously very qualified to treat my ailmentpatient and does not overly prescribe

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August 01, 2021

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and nice.

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August 01, 2021

5.0

Professional. Excellent bedside manners. Takes the time to listen and understand my concerns. I have reached out to him with questions between appointments, and have received quick and informative responses on MyChart.

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July 20, 2021

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and friendly, I do enjoy talking with him, I learned a lot from him.

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Disclosures

Chintan S. Desai, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

External Professional Relationships

Pharmaceutical, device, and biotechnology companies frequently collaborate with basic scientists and physicians within an academic medical center to help advance science and improve patient care. These relationships are important in achieving scientific breakthroughs and in establishing the effectiveness and safety of promising new therapies. In order to assure objectivity in clinical research and patient care, the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Feinberg), Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, Children's Hospital of Chicago Medical Center, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have adopted integrity policies that require research and clinical faculty (in full-time, part-time, and unpaid/voluntary categories) to report compensated and uncompensated external industry relationships. Patients are encouraged to discuss these disclosures with their physician as well as to inquire as to how these relationships are overseen by Feinberg. To learn more about our Disclosure and Professional Integrity Policy, and the conflict of interest policies of our joint affiliate survey partners, please go to our Office for Regulatory Affairs Policies page.

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