Dr. Nirav K Desai M.D.
Gastroenterologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Gastroenterology
Erie Ave Philadelphia PA, 19134About
Dr. Nirav Desai is a pediatric gastroenterologist practicing in Boston, MA. Dr. Desai specializes in digestive system, liver or nutritional problems in children from the newborn period to their teens. Conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, lactose intolerance, chronic constipation or obesity can all be treated by a pediatric gastroenterologist.
Education and Training
Rutgers 2005
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Obesity
- Acid Reflux
- Constipation
- Malnutrition
- Pain
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