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Mihir J. Desai MD, MS

Associate Professor, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Fellowship Director - Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery, and Medical Director - Vanderbilt Orthopaedics Franklin
Insurance Plans Accepted

Areas of Expertise

  • Adult Orthopaedics
  • Elbow Surgery
  • Fractures
  • Hand Surgery
  • Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Orthopaedics
  • Pediatric Hand Surgery
  • Peripheral Nerve
  • Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
  • Sports Medicine

Conditions and Treatments

Locations

Vanderbilt Orthopaedics Belle Meade
Vanderbilt Health Belle Meade
6002 Highway 100
Nashville, TN 37205
Vanderbilt Orthopaedics Franklin
206 Bedford Way
Franklin, TN 37064

Services

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Masters of Science - Georgetown University, 2005
  • Doctor of Medicine - Georgetown University, 2009
  • Residency - Emory University, 2013
  • Chief Residency - Emory University, 2014
  • Fellowship - Duke University Health System, 2015

Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery - American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2017
  • Surgery of the Hand - American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2018

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Patient Comments

Patient Comments are gathered from the Press Ganey Patient Experience Survey and displayed in full. Patients are not identified in order to respect patient privacy.
Dr. Desai is a very good doctor, and explains everything very well.
March 5, 2025
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Dr. Desai may have provided the best care experience I've ever had. His explanation of the diagnosis was thorough, he was patient and kind, and made sure I knew next steps if symptoms worsen. So happy with this appointment!
March 2, 2025
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Dr. Desai clearly outlined the recommended procedure and took the time to answer several questions. I never felt rushed or like I was a nuisance.
February 28, 2025
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They are wonderful!!!!!'
February 26, 2025
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Was one of the best experiences in a medical office!
February 25, 2025
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Dr. Desai was very considerate, answered all questions and addressed my concerns.
February 24, 2025
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I highly recommend
February 20, 2025
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So thankful. He was so kind and caring. Impressed with his professionalism.
February 5, 2025
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The interaction with Dr Desai was night and day better than my prior experience with Vanderbilt Ortho
February 2, 2025
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