Dr. Alpesh Desai, DO
Procedural Dermatology Specialist
2120 Ashland St., Houston, TX 77008
At a glance
4.57 stars (14 reviews)
91% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 23 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences
Works at Heights Dermatology and Aesthetic Center
2 office locations
4.57
14 reviews
Bedside manner
4.8
Wait time
4.1
Recent reviews
Dr. Desai was great, though the wait time was a bit longer than I would have liked. Good experience overall.
October 13, 2011Daniel W.Verified patient
Took his time listening to my comments and concerns and I didn't feel rushed like usual doctors appointments. Took the time to explain everything to me and made certain I understand "the plan" before leaving.
September 27, 2011K. Haley F.Verified patient
Alpesh Desai does not participate in Zocdoc to offer online booking at this time
Similar providers on Zocdoc
Top-rated
Closest to you
Available today
Dr. Keemberly Kim, MD
Procedural Dermatology Specialist
4.82280 reviews
5.5 mi2132 Bissonnet St, Ste 200, Houston, TX, 77005
Next available: Apr 24
4.82280 reviews
5.5 mi2132 Bissonnet St, Ste 200, Houston, TX, 77005
Next available: Apr 24
Dr. Heather Kornmehl, MD, FAAD
Procedural Dermatology Specialist
5.005 reviews
5.5 mi4101 Greenbriar Dr, Ste 305, Houston, TX, 77098
Â
5.005 reviews
5.5 mi4101 Greenbriar Dr, Ste 305, Houston, TX, 77098
Â
Dr. Asra Ali, MD
Dermatologist
7 mi9225 Katy Fwy, Ste 404, Houston, TX, 77024
Next available: May 11
7 mi9225 Katy Fwy, Ste 404, Houston, TX, 77024
Next available: May 11
Dr. Keemberly Kim, MD
Procedural Dermatology Specialist
4.82280 reviews
5.5 mi2132 Bissonnet St, Ste 200, Houston, TX, 77005
Next available: Apr 24
4.82280 reviews
5.5 mi2132 Bissonnet St, Ste 200, Houston, TX, 77005
Next available: Apr 24
Dr. Stephen Laborde, MD, FAAD
Cosmetic Dermatologist
4.871,606 reviews
4.5 mi1333 W Loop S, Suite 1425, Houston, TX, 77027
Next available: Apr 28
4.871,606 reviews
4.5 mi1333 W Loop S, Suite 1425, Houston, TX, 77027
Next available: Apr 28
Dr. Neil Farnsworth, MD
Dermatologist
4.81657 reviews
5 mi3636 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX, 77027
Next available: Apr 30
4.81657 reviews
5 mi3636 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX, 77027
Next available: Apr 30
Dr. Heather Kornmehl, MD, FAAD
Procedural Dermatology Specialist
5.005 reviews
5.5 mi4101 Greenbriar Dr, Ste 305, Houston, TX, 77098
Â
5.005 reviews
5.5 mi4101 Greenbriar Dr, Ste 305, Houston, TX, 77098
Â
Dr. Stephen Laborde, MD, FAAD
Cosmetic Dermatologist
4.871,606 reviews
4.5 mi1333 W Loop S, Suite 1425, Houston, TX, 77027
Next available: Apr 28
4.871,606 reviews
4.5 mi1333 W Loop S, Suite 1425, Houston, TX, 77027
Next available: Apr 28
Dr. Neil Farnsworth, MD
Dermatologist
4.81657 reviews
5 mi3636 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX, 77027
Next available: Apr 30
4.81657 reviews
5 mi3636 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX, 77027
Next available: Apr 30
In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Removal of cancerous skin growth
Acute skin infection
Benign or precancerous skin growths
Shingles
Facial skin infection
Psoriasis
Removal of cancerous skin growth
Acute skin infection
Benign or precancerous skin growths
Shingles
More about Dr. Alpesh Desai, DO
Dr. Alpesh Desai is a leading board-certified dermatologist who specializes in all aspects of adult and pediatric dermatology, including general, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. He shares excellent academic and professional credentials, as well as a genuine commitment to sharing knowledge and experience with both his professional colleagues and his patients. It comes as no surprise that he has been named as one of Houston's Best Physicians by Health & Fitness Sports Magazine in 2007, 2008, and 2009.
A Houston native, Dr. Alpesh Desai returned to the area after successfully completing a surgical internship and dermatology residency in southern California. In 2006, he was selected among several of his peers to take over one of Houston's most prestigious dermatology practices.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences
Pacific Hospital, Residency in Dermatology
Practice
Heights Dermatology and Aesthetic Center
Affiliation
Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital
Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital
Select Specialty Hospital - Houston Heights
Select Specialty Hospital - Houston West
Certifications
American Osteopathic Board of Dermatology
Professional memberships
Harris County Medical Society
Texas Medical Association
American Osteopathic College of Dermatology
Background
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
Hindi
Gujarati
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1386696904
Alpesh Desai does not participate in Zocdoc to offer online booking at this time
Similar providers on Zocdoc
Top-rated
Closest to you
Available today
Dr. Keemberly Kim, MD
Procedural Dermatology Specialist
4.82280 reviews
5.5 mi2132 Bissonnet St, Ste 200, Houston, TX, 77005
Next available: Apr 24
4.82280 reviews
5.5 mi2132 Bissonnet St, Ste 200, Houston, TX, 77005
Next available: Apr 24
Dr. Heather Kornmehl, MD, FAAD
Procedural Dermatology Specialist
5.005 reviews
5.5 mi4101 Greenbriar Dr, Ste 305, Houston, TX, 77098
Â
5.005 reviews
5.5 mi4101 Greenbriar Dr, Ste 305, Houston, TX, 77098
Â
Dr. Asra Ali, MD
Dermatologist
7 mi9225 Katy Fwy, Ste 404, Houston, TX, 77024
Next available: May 11
7 mi9225 Katy Fwy, Ste 404, Houston, TX, 77024
Next available: May 11
Dr. Keemberly Kim, MD
Procedural Dermatology Specialist
4.82280 reviews
5.5 mi2132 Bissonnet St, Ste 200, Houston, TX, 77005
Next available: Apr 24
4.82280 reviews
5.5 mi2132 Bissonnet St, Ste 200, Houston, TX, 77005
Next available: Apr 24
Dr. Stephen Laborde, MD, FAAD
Cosmetic Dermatologist
4.871,606 reviews
4.5 mi1333 W Loop S, Suite 1425, Houston, TX, 77027
Next available: Apr 28
4.871,606 reviews
4.5 mi1333 W Loop S, Suite 1425, Houston, TX, 77027
Next available: Apr 28
Dr. Neil Farnsworth, MD
Dermatologist
4.81657 reviews
5 mi3636 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX, 77027
Next available: Apr 30
4.81657 reviews
5 mi3636 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX, 77027
Next available: Apr 30
Dr. Heather Kornmehl, MD, FAAD
Procedural Dermatology Specialist
5.005 reviews
5.5 mi4101 Greenbriar Dr, Ste 305, Houston, TX, 77098
Â
5.005 reviews
5.5 mi4101 Greenbriar Dr, Ste 305, Houston, TX, 77098
Â
Dr. Stephen Laborde, MD, FAAD
Cosmetic Dermatologist
4.871,606 reviews
4.5 mi1333 W Loop S, Suite 1425, Houston, TX, 77027
Next available: Apr 28
4.871,606 reviews
4.5 mi1333 W Loop S, Suite 1425, Houston, TX, 77027
Next available: Apr 28
Dr. Neil Farnsworth, MD
Dermatologist
4.81657 reviews
5 mi3636 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX, 77027
Next available: Apr 30
4.81657 reviews
5 mi3636 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX, 77027
Next available: Apr 30
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.57
Wait time
4.07
Bedside manner
4.79
Your trust is our top concern, so providers can't pay to alter or remove reviews. We also don't publish reviews that contain any private patient health information. Learn more here
14 reviews
Most relevant
The Dr. was very patient and listened to all of my concerns. I was very impressed by how friendly the whole staff is.
April 26, 2011LZ
Dr. Alpesh is the most humorous physician I have been to. He is very caring and knowledgeable about skin diseases.
April 26, 2011AV
Dr. Desai was great, though the wait time was a bit longer than I would have liked. Good experience overall.
October 13, 2011Daniel W.Verified patient
Very satisfying though young in age he knows his subject well.
September 22, 2011Natasha C.Verified patient
Took his time listening to my comments and concerns and I didn't feel rushed like usual doctors appointments. Took the time to explain everything to me and made certain I understand "the plan" before leaving.
September 27, 2011K. Haley F.Verified patient
Very caring doctor. Very pleased with my visit.
April 26, 2011GC
February 2, 2012Initials hidden
November 14, 2011Margaret B.Verified patient
October 21, 2011Aisulu C.Verified patient
October 17, 2011Stacey H.Verified patient
October 11, 2011Susan R.Verified patient
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
July 12, 2011Initials hidden
Which hospital is Dr. Alpesh Desai affiliated with?
Dr. Alpesh Desai is affiliated with Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital, Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital, and Select Specialty Hospital - Houston Heights.
What practice does Dr. Alpesh Desai work with?
Dr. Alpesh Desai works with Heights Dermatology and Aesthetic Center.
Where is Dr. Alpesh Desai's office located?
Dr. Alpesh Desai has 2 office locations in Houston, view full addresses on Dr. Desai's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alpesh Desai have?
Dr. Alpesh Desai is certified by American Osteopathic Board of Dermatology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Alpesh Desai?
Dr. Alpesh Desai frequently sees patients for Acne, Allergy Consultation, Annual Skin Screening, Dermatology Consultation, and Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI). You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Alpesh Desai on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Alpesh Desai speak?
Dr. Alpesh Desai speaks English, Spanish, Hindi, and Gujarati.
How do patients rate Dr. Alpesh Desai in reviews?
14 patients have reviewed Dr. Alpesh Desai. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.57/5. They have a 4.79/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.07/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.