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Darius C. Desai, MD

4.9
Surgical Oncology
484-503-4600

Locations & Contact

St. Luke's Cancer Care Associates Surgical Oncology - Anderson
St. Luke's Cancer Center - Anderson
1600 St. Luke's Boulevard
2nd Floor
Easton, PA 18045
484-503-4600
833-221-0339

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St. Luke's Cancer Care Associates Surgical Oncology - Bethlehem
Doctors' Pavilion
701 Ostrum Street
Suite 501
Bethlehem, PA 18015
484-503-4600
833-221-0339

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St. Luke's Cancer Care Associates Surgical Oncology - Stroudsburg
208 Lifeline Road
Suite 203
Stroudsburg, PA 18360
484-503-4600
833-221-0339

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Darius Desai, MD
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About Me

I currently serve as the Section Chief of Surgical Oncology for St. Luke’s University Health Network. I  also am the medical director of the Family Cancer Risk Evaluation Program and the Cancer liaison for the physician program at St. Luke's University Health Network.

Patient Care Philosophy:

I deliver the utmost best surgical care to my patients with complex oncologic needs. These include patients with pancreatic tumors, gastrointestinal tumors,  colorectal cancer, soft tissue tumors/ sarcomas and peritoneal surface malignancies, head and neck tumors, and breast cancer. 

Clinical Interests:

Complex surgical oncology; sarcoma; GIST; colorectal cancer; colon, gi, thyroid, adrenal, HIPEC chemotherapy;  endocrine; melanoma; breast; robotic surgery.

 

Education

Jefferson Medical College, 1992
Presbyterian Medical Center of Pennsylvania, 1992 - 1993
Lankenau Hospital, 1993 - 1998
Pennsylvania Hospital, 1992 - 1993
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, 1998 - 2000

Ratings & Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions from our nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of St. Luke’s University Health Network.

 

Overall Score

4.9 out of 5
177 ratings , 49 reviews

Patient Reviews

10/29/2024
Dr.Desai is very easy to talk with and makes you feel comfortable.all my questions and concerns were answered to my satisfaction. He definitely knows my case information and referred to it during the visit

10/19/2024
Dr is always concerned about my health and wellbeing. He has always been very helpful and explains things in a way that makes It easy to understand.

10/18/2024
Was highly impressed with Darius C Desai, MD

10/11/2024
Was diagnosed with a mass in abdomen upon regular check up. Was referreed to dr Desai by my primary physician and was very happy with him

09/04/2024
This was my first appointment with Dr. Desai. He was very understanding and informative. His staff were all pleasant and very professional and friendly.

09/02/2024
very happy with my visits with Darius C Desai, MD had no problems at all.

08/25/2024
Dr. Darius C Desai, MD layer out a plan to get more info re problem!

08/25/2024
We discussed my cancer diagnosis and possible upcoming treatment with Darius Desai MD

08/21/2024
Good visit with Darius C Desai, MD

08/19/2024
Got in right as scheduled. Dr. Darius C Desai, MD Was direct and to the point. Very pleased.

08/01/2024
Dr Desiai is the best. Dr Desi said I am doing so good that unless I get cancer again, I will not have to see him. I will miss his kind and helpful visits. But I amdoing great

07/28/2024
I I found Dr Desai very easy to speak with and answer questions.

07/27/2024
Dr.Desai was courteous, extremely knowledgeable, and a very good communicator. Although this was my first visit with him,and I was dealing with a concerning condition,he put me very much at ease.ALL of the staff at the Emrick Center for Cancer Care were very pleasant and caring.Everyone with whom I interacted is a definite credit to St.Luke's.

07/26/2024
Darius C Desai, MD Excellent! Showed care and compassion and concern. Listened.

07/12/2024
Everyone was very helpful and professional.

07/11/2024
Dr. Desai is excellent physician. Knowledgeable, knows my history, up to date with current practices and empathetic.

07/03/2024
Good experience

06/24/2024
Dr. Desai is always professional and informative and takes time to explain things and listen to my concerns.

06/17/2024
As always, I feel I received the most informative, complete exam possible, and feel quite lucky to have seen one of the most respected physicians in the area.

06/10/2024
All good.

05/29/2024
Dr DeSai and his staff were very professional and took the time to address any questions I had. They were very attentive and I feel confident I'll receive the treatment I need.

05/28/2024
Dr. Desai and his office staff are all wonderful and caring.

05/26/2024
I was very pleased with Dr Desai. He talked to me not over my head. I felt very comfortable with him!

05/26/2024
Excellent Dr.and staff

05/17/2024
Dr. Desai is a great doctor. I have been his patient fore over 5 years. I'm still here because of him.

05/14/2024
They was very nice.

05/01/2024
Dr. Desai is Fantastic and he has a great team.

04/18/2024
Excellent experience

04/16/2024
Dr. Desai is an exceptional doctor. His assistants, nurses, nurse practitioner and office staff are the very best.

04/15/2024
Always a good experience with this provider.

04/08/2024
Dr is very knowledgeable understanding friendly. He answers all my questions

04/08/2024
Had a good experience. Everybody is very nice and helpful.

04/05/2024
My wife and I were very pleased with the appointment. My wife and I feel much better after our questions were answered. I feel I'm in good care.

04/05/2024
Dr Desai, was very helpful and factual, I enjoyed talking with him and have no concerns for my operation .

04/04/2024
Dr. Desai was excellent during my visit.

04/03/2024
Excellent service, professionally and personally, I am extremely pleased and am comfortable to recommend Dr. Desai to others.

04/03/2024
I feel comfortable with this doctor and he is very thorough !

02/28/2024
This was My first visit with this Doctor and It was exceptional !

02/16/2024
Everyone was very professional and kind

01/31/2024
Dr Desai is great! Shows concern of my condition. Is very thorough and explains everything!

01/31/2024
I would say all aspects of this visit were positive.

01/30/2024
Dr. Desai was very informative and explained things very well.

01/27/2024
Dr Desai is a brilliant healthcare provider, SLHN is lucky to have him, he has my total trust

01/26/2024
Dr. Desai is the actual best doctor I have ever seen. I will recommend him to absolutely everyone!

01/17/2024
Excellent physician.

12/25/2023
The doctor is the best I love him great employee for you hospital

12/24/2023
The BEST

12/22/2023
Good experience

12/21/2023
Dr. Desai is an outstanding doctor. I see him every 3 months.