Lekha K. Desai, M.D.
About the Business
Welcome to the practice of Dr. Lekha K. Desai, M.D., a distinguished vitreoretinal surgeon based in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Located at 315 Elmora Avenue, Dr. Desai is a valued member of NJ Retina, where she has been providing exceptional eye care since 2019.
Dr. Desai's impressive academic journey began with her graduating summa cum laude from the prestigious seven-year BS/MD Program at The College of New Jersey. She earned her medical degree from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, where she also completed her internship in internal medicine and residency in ophthalmology. Her expertise was further honed during a fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at the UC Davis Health Eye Center, University of California, where she also mentored budding medical students.
Dr. Desai's commitment to excellence and compassionate care has been recognized through various accolades, including the Father O’Reilly Resident Award for Compassion and the Women in Retina Travel Grant. She is an active member of esteemed professional societies such as the American Society of Retina Specialists and the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Beyond her practice, Dr. Desai is passionate about giving back to the community and has volunteered her services in southern India, providing essential eye care to underserved populations.
A published author and researcher, Dr. Desai has contributed to several book chapters and journals, with a focus on diabetic retinopathy. Her practice at NJ Retina is renowned for utilizing advanced surgical and medical techniques, including sutureless vitrectomy and cutting-edge imaging, ensuring patients receive the highest standard of care.
Patient feedback, collected through independent surveys, consistently highlights Dr. Desai's dedication to patient-centered care and exceptional treatment outcomes. As subspecialists, our team often sees patients referred from other eye care providers and general practitioners, ensuring comprehensive and specialized care for every individual.
Visit Dr. Lekha K. Desai for expert vitreoretinal care where cutting-edge science meets compassionate service, delivering optimal results for your eye health needs.
Location & Phone number
315 Elmora Avenue, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07208, United States
Hours open
Monday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed
Reviews
"Dr. Lekha Desai has been treating my wife for several months now. She is very knowledgeable and a pleasure to speak with. We are sorry to hear that she is leaving the Elizabeth facility. We want to thank Dr. Desai for the treatments and wish her the best in the state she is moving to."
"As always Dr Desai and staff are friendly, informative and professional. Explanations of procedures, testing and results are given with care and understandable. Great practice. J"
"I recently visited NJRetina for a check-up, and I am delighted to share my positive experience. From the moment I walked in, I was impressed by the welcoming atmosphere and the friendly demeanor of the staff. The receptionist greeted me warmly and efficiently handled my paperwork, ensuring a smooth check-in process. Dr. Desai, my eye doctor, was exceptional. She took the time to listen to my concerns and answered all my questions with patience and clarity. The eye examination was thorough and conducted with state-of-the-art equipment, making me feel confident in the accuracy of the results. Dr. Desai's expertise and genuine care for her patients were evident throughout the visit. What stood out the most was the level of personalized care I received. Dr. Desai provided detailed explanations of my eye health and gave practical advice for maintaining good vision. The entire staff was attentive and professional, making me feel valued as a patient. Also, the office itself was clean, modern, and well-organized, creating a comfortable environment for patients. Overall, my visit to NJRetina exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend Dr. Desai and her team for anyone seeking top-notch eye care. I left the office feeling confident about my eye health and grateful for the excellent service provided."
"I was nervous at first, but once I talked to everyone I was fine. Dr. Desai was wonderful and very caring. I was there with my sister Mona. She was more nervous than I was. She had to have needles in her eyes, but the doctor calmed her down and it went fine. I didn't have to have any at the time. But I go back to her in September to check and see, if my diabetes is messing with my eyes. She explained everything so clearly and told us we're doing very well, considering our eye problems. Thank you all for the love and support and care you gave us both. Trust me we'll be back."
"Great staff! As for Dr. Desai, she seemed to ignore my concerns while speaking via headphones to her assistant. I got the answers to my questions from a pamphlet I was given as I was leaving. Macular degeneration is a scary thing. It would have been nice if she took a moment to give me information to help me understand the chances of actually losing my eyesight."
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