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Dr. Ruchik Desai, MD

Dr. Ruchik Desai, MD

Dermatology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Ruchik Desai, MD is a dermatologist in Portage, IN and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Desai has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. He graduated from SOUTH BAYLO UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF ORIENTAL MEDICINE AT LOS ANGELES in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and St. Mary Medical Center.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

3190 Lancer St Portage, IN 46368
(219) 764-3600

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Desai specializes in the areas of Dermatology & Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Desai's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Desai

3.8

10 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Roni in Valparaiso, IN – Nov 10, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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EW in Crown Point, IN – Nov 30, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Ruchik Desai, MD is a dermatologist in Portage, IN and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Desai has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. He graduated from SOUTH BAYLO UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF ORIENTAL MEDICINE...read more

  • Dermatology

  • Dermatologic Surgery

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  • South Baylo University School Of Oriental Medicine At Los Angeles

    Medical School, 1999
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
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Dermatology
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Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Northern Indiana Dermatology and Skin Surgery Center3190 Lancer St Portage, IN 46368
1
Office11061 Broadway # B Crown Point, IN 46307
2

Practice

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush LLC9601 Calumet Ave Munster, IN 46321
3

Practice

Integrated Dermatology of Calumet City LLC19 River Oaks Dr Calumet City, IL 60409
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Pinnacle Hospital

    9301 Connecticut Dr
    Crown Point, IN 46307

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • St. Mary Medical Center

    1500 S Lake Park Ave
    Hobart, IN 46342
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    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 awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • The University of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 S Maryland Ave
    Chicago, IL 60637
    Recipient of 30
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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