Dr. Basavaraj Desai, MD

Dr. Basavaraj Desai, MD

Cardiologist
501 S Broadway, Ste 100, Hicksville, NY
4.87
“This doctor is a great communicator. Friendly and kind and explains things. Very thorough. Knows his specialty!”
Denise M.December 29, 2025
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100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.87

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00
“This doctor is a great communicator. Friendly and kind and explains things. Very thorough. Knows his specialty!”
Denise M.December 29, 2025

About Dr. Basavaraj Desai

Dr. Basavaraj Desai is a cardiologist at Northwell Health Cardiology - Eastern in Hicksville, NY. He is also a visiting affiliate at Huntington Hospital, South Shore University Hospital, and Plainview Hospital. His fluency in English, Hindi, and Kannada enables him to accommodate people from varied cultural backgrounds. He coordinates follow-up care and offers preventive strategies to maximize outcomes and ensure lasting recovery. Dr. Desai earned his medical degree from the Karnataka Medical College and Research Institute (KMC-RI). He completed his residencies at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln and Montefiore Medical Center Moses Campus Emergency Room, and then did a fellowship at the Washington University School of Medicine. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and has a subspecialty certification in cardiovascular disease.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Heart failure
Heart valve disorders
Coronary Artery Disease
High cholesterol
Atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter
Chronic high blood pressure
Heart failure
Heart valve disorders
Coronary Artery Disease
High cholesterol

Office location

Northwell Health Physician Partners Cardiology at Hicksville
501 S Broadway, Ste 100, Hicksville, NY 11801

Education and background

Practice names

Hospital affiliations

  • Huntington Hospital
  • South Shore University Hospital
  • Plainview Hospital

Board certifications

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

Education and training

  • Medical School - Karnataka Medical College and Research Institute (KMC-RI), Doctor of Medicine
  • NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln (Residency)
  • Montefiore Medical Center Moses Campus Emergency Room (Residency)
  • Washington University School of Medicine (Fellowship)

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Kannada

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1740255603

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.87
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Which hospital is Dr. Basavaraj Desai affiliated with?

Dr. Basavaraj Desai is affiliated with Huntington Hospital, South Shore University Hospital, and Plainview Hospital.

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Where is Dr. Basavaraj Desai's office located?

Dr. Basavaraj Desai's office is located at 501 S Broadway, Hicksville, NY 11801.

Which board certifications does Dr. Basavaraj Desai have?

Dr. Basavaraj Desai is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease (American Board of Internal Medicine).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Basavaraj Desai?

Dr. Basavaraj Desai frequently sees patients for Cardiology Consultation , Cardiology Follow Up , Chest Pain, High Blood Pressure / Hypertension, and New Patient Visit. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Basavaraj Desai on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Basavaraj Desai speak?

Dr. Basavaraj Desai speaks English, Hindi, and Kannada.

How do patients rate Dr. Basavaraj Desai in reviews?

39 patients have reviewed Dr. Basavaraj Desai. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.87/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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