Dr. Rajiv Desai, MD
Dr. Rajiv Desai, MD is a neurosurgeon in Scarborough, ME and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mainegeneral Medical Center and Maine Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
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92 Campus Dr Scarborough, ME 04074Make an Appointment
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Dr. Desai is affiliated with Mainegeneral Medical Center Augusta, a highly rated hospital.
Dr. Desai is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery
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- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
- Area of Expertise
- Explains Conditions Well
- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. Desai's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Desai
4.3
| 5 Star | 79% | 79% |
| 4 Star | 0% | 0% |
| 3 Star | 7% | 7% |
| 2 Star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 Star | 14% | 14% |
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Desai to family and friends is 4.285714 out of 5
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Dr. Rajiv Desai, MD is a neurosurgeon in Scarborough, ME and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read moreNeurosurgery
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Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons
Medical School, 1989
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- Recipient of 8
hospital awardsView all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
88%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home4% higher than the national average
80%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well4% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 3
hospital awardsView all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
82%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well7% higher than the national average
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How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
90%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% higher than the national average
83%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well1% higher than the national average
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