Tapan Desai, MD

Tapan Desai, MD

Clinical Areas: Lung Care, Sleep Medicine
Specialties: Pulmonary Disease, Sleep Medicine
Franciscan Physician Network
Languages Spoken
English, Gujarati

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Franciscan Physician Network Specialty Center Crown Point

12750 Saint Francis Drive
Suite 410
Crown Point, IN 46307

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Franciscan Physician Network Pulmonary & Lung Nodule Clinic Munster

701 Superior Avenue
Suite 4100
Munster, IN 46321

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8:00am - 5:00pm
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Franciscan Physician Network Pulmonary & Lung Nodule Clinic Munster

Franciscan Health Crown Point

12750 Saint Francis Drive
Crown Point, IN 46307

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Franciscan Health Munster

701 Superior Avenue
Munster, IN 46321

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Franciscan Health Dyer

24 Joliet Street
Dyer, IN 46311

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About Me

Education

Medical School:
University of the West Indies

Internship:
Akron City Hospital

Residency:
Akron City Hospital

Fellowship:
Georgetown University School of Medicine

Fellowship:
Ohio State University College of Medicine

Post-Graduate School:
Northeastern Ohio Universities COM

Post-Graduate School:
University of West Indies - St Augustine Campus

Undergraduate:
University of Florida College of Medicine

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine

Sleep Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine

Pulmonary Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine

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Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Anthem HIP
  • Anthem Medicaid
  • BCBS IL
  • CareSource
  • Cigna Health Plans
  • Cigna HealthSpring
  • Cofinity
  • Community Health Alliance
  • Department of Labor
  • Devoted Health
  • Encore Health Network
  • Franciscan PHO Northern Indiana, LLC.
  • Healthcare Finest Network
  • Humana
  • Lutheran Preferred
  • Managed Health Services
  • Managed Health Services MarketPlace
  • Medicaid IL
  • Medicaid IN
  • Medicare IN
  • Medicare Rail Road
  • MultiPlan/PHCS
  • Preferred Network Access
  • Sagamore
  • SIHO
  • Tricare/Humana Military
  • United Health Care
  • United Health Care Medicaid
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Provider Ratings

4.9 out of 5

(430 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

234 Reviews

09/04/2026

He cares about his patients and I feel like I m in good hands

09/02/2026

no issues

08/27/2026

Very friendly,explained everything

08/27/2026

He is quick. Has a sense of humor. Answers all my questions. Haven't seen him in 1 year but he noticed I lost a lot of weight (with exercise, diet, & fasting) Made me feel good someone noticed, especially my Doctor. (been working on since March, trying to lose weight as a Senior)

08/26/2026

Excellent doctor

08/26/2026

Dr. Desai is very personable. He’s very thorough and knowledgeable. Keeps great records.

08/24/2026

Dr. Desai is a very caring, knowledgeable doctor. He looks at the whole person. He has helped me through my pulmonary issues for many years and I am in a good place thanks to him.

08/23/2026

Completely through & explains his comments in none technical terms. Go over site on his part. And explains things in a, NO HOLDS BARRED fashion. 👍. My advanced age presents me with serious Short-Term Memory Problem.

08/19/2026

Dr. Desai is superior in all aspects of care and interaction with patients.

08/16/2026

had him before your organization took over he still treats right.

08/13/2026

Great doctor

08/05/2026

Explains everything

08/05/2026

Dr Desai is very thorough and is attentive to all of our needs

08/04/2026

A very good doctor concern about his patients

08/04/2026

Dr. Desai has a caring and friendly bed side manner. He takes time to talk to the patient and explain things.

08/04/2026

Knowledgeable and genuinely cares about your well-being.

08/03/2026

JUST DID !!!

08/03/2026

He is an excellent doctor. Great bed side manner. I am lucky to have him as my doctor.

07/29/2026

He is very straight forward and listens.

07/28/2026

Very good

07/27/2026

Very informative

07/27/2026

Dr. Desai is fantastic as wllas his staff.

07/24/2026

Dr DESAI is so positive and truly has a caring thoughtful demeanor

07/23/2026

Knowledgeable, Attentive and Thorough

07/23/2026

They take the time to get to know you, as they treat you,not just treat you once and that's it

07/23/2026

Very personable and detailed in his explanations. He took time to listen.

07/22/2026

Love Dr. Desai

07/21/2026

He great.

07/21/2026

He was awesome. He listened to me and was very positive about getting me healthier. He was very knowledgeable and gave me options to to get better. I wish we had more doctors like him.

07/17/2026

Very pleasant and thorough. Staff is friendly and professional.

07/16/2026

Knowledge and communication

07/11/2026

He’s down to earth in his explanations and talks to you like a person- very knowledgeable and nice

07/08/2026

The physician is knowledgeable, professional and caring

07/07/2026

Dr. Desai is a good/great doctor and truly wants you to succeed.

07/07/2026

HE KNOW'S WHAT HE IS DOING,NOT LIKE OTHER DOCTORS.

07/07/2026

Very nice

07/07/2026

He is the best!

07/07/2026

Easy-to-use talk to. I feel that he really does care

07/04/2026

He listened

07/03/2026

Very clear understanding of everything having to do with my particular issue. Provided answers to all my questions!

07/02/2026

Really nice and concerned about his patients

07/02/2026

Down to earth and explained everything in a way a patient can understand

07/02/2026

Dr. Desai is excellent. Knowledgeable, personable, able to teach and diagnose and put patient at ease. Do what you need to retain this doctor.

07/01/2026

Very thorough

06/30/2026

He is very personable and does seem to care about managing my Pulmonary Systems and more

06/29/2026

Great and friendly doctor who cares about his patients.

06/29/2026

Really like his professional routine

06/29/2026

Dr. Desai answers any questions and appears professional and friendly.

06/21/2026

I love Dr Desai's demeanor and bedside manner. He always makes sure I understand everything related to my health.

06/17/2026

He is an excellent Dr

06/17/2026

Go back to prior reason that I answered

06/17/2026

Great Dr .. the best

06/16/2026

Dr. is efficient

06/16/2026

Dr. Desai listened to my health concerns and provides feedback that is helpful.

06/16/2026

Very friendly

06/12/2026

Very personable and professional. Listens to your concerns and shows true caring for me as a patient and person

06/10/2026

Perfect doctor!

06/10/2026

He has always been concerned about how I am feeling and if I have any issues about my health

06/09/2026

Professional diagnosis and follow up provided

06/09/2026

He is a nice and knowledgeable doctor.

06/06/2026

Great office demeanor; He takes time to really listen.

06/03/2026

He is a caring individual and extremely knowledgeable in his field.

06/02/2026

Dr Desai is an amazing doctor. He takes his time and not only treats the symptoms/ailment, he treats the patient in front of him with concern, kindness, and honesty. Dr Desai treats his patients as part of his team to help you, not just as the doctor trying to make you well. He realizes that the patient is part of their own journey! I have recommended him to a friend and I will continue to recommend him as long as he is there! Keep up the amazing work Doc!

06/01/2026

His is always considered of my and heath and well-being

05/31/2026

He seems to care and gives full explanations to the situation.

05/30/2026

He listened and recommended what I needed to do next.

05/26/2026

everything you would want in a doctor.... takes time to give you your options and listens to your questions with fair and honest answers

05/25/2026

Dr, Desai takes the time to explain your diagnosis and the reasons for his treatment plan.

05/25/2026

He is knowledgeable and explains my condition in terms I understand.

05/23/2026

Very knowledgeable, very personable. Helped me with my situation and gave me solutions that I was seeking.

05/21/2026

Dr. Desai is very easy to talk to and professional as well

05/20/2026

Love him

05/18/2026

Dr.Tapan was phenomenal, he addressed my issue in a very professional manner yet with such warmth, empathy and understanding!

05/14/2026

Dr Desai easy to talk to & will answer your questions

05/13/2026

Very attentive

05/12/2026

He's a thoughtful, intelligent doctor

05/09/2026

Very nice caring

05/08/2026

The doctor was very helpful and professional about my condition. He explained what was going on with me and after some tests he would make a plan for my condition for the future. He made us feel very comfortable with him. Liked him very much.

05/07/2026

His knowledge, his interest in my conditions, his bed side manner.

05/07/2026

Very friendly

05/07/2026

He is warm, friendly, caring, and funny.

05/06/2026

Dr. Desai very pleasant and personable and genuinely concerned for my well being.

05/06/2026

Dr Desai is the Best! He is a very caring doctor! He is definitely one of my favorite doctors. He always has your well being as one of his priority interest.

05/06/2026

He is very attentive and doesn't waste any time. I lookedfor his location and loved reading how he spends time with his children.

05/04/2026

Dr Desai is very pleasant and detailed. He looks at your complete record and follows up. He answers questions and explains everything.

05/02/2026

Dr Desai is amazing. He understands me and asks more than just my pulmonary health. I wish I could see him more than twice a year.

04/30/2026

Dr.Desai answered all our questions. He was professional, positive and encouraging.

04/30/2026

He is good

04/30/2026

As anove , his bedside manner is most comforting and supportive plus he is very communicative and thoughtful

04/29/2026

good service

04/29/2026

He is a great doctor.

04/28/2026

He is always very kind and friendly, and seems genuinely concerned about your needs.

04/28/2026

very knowledgeable, caring

04/27/2026

Dr. Desai is the best doctor I have ever encountered.

04/27/2026

He's patient, caring, a good listener, takes his time with you, encouraging and professional. His medical knowledge is outstanding. I wouldn't trust my lungs to anyone else.

04/26/2026

Dr. Desai

04/24/2026

Doctor is very informative willing to take the time to explain things that you may not understand

04/23/2026

Dr. Tapan is a good and caring doctor who cares about his patients.

04/14/2026

He was such a joy! He was happy when he came in the room and introduced himself to me

04/13/2026

He is caring about his patients. He wants to see us achieve the best outcome. He was concerned about the nebulizer situation. He cares about my family members too.

04/10/2026

Dr Desai is very thorough and cares about his patients.

04/10/2026

He was so awesome!!! So easy to talk to. And explained things so great.

04/08/2026

Dr. Desai, is a very good pulmonary doctor. I would tell the people I Know to go and make an appointment with him.

04/08/2026

Does not listen to patient, will not be returning

04/08/2026

He was really friendly and nice and explained things for me to understand. He was awesome.

04/08/2026

Awesome Doctor!

04/08/2026

Awesome Doctor!

04/07/2026

Dr Desai is fully invested in my health. Not just my pulmonary health, but all of it. I appreciate his care. Great Doctor.

04/07/2026

Dr Desai has been provided me with information and treatment goals on my medical care.

04/07/2026

DR. DESAI IS VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE IN HIS FIELD AND TAKES THE TIME TO EXPLAIN THE TREATMENTS AND WHY

03/26/2026

Dr. Desai was very forthcoming with important information about my treatment options and he has excellent interpersonal communication skills.

03/26/2026

I feel Dr. Desai is very Professional and Educated. Very easy to talk too and explains in a way you can understand.

03/25/2026

He is an excellent pulmonary doctor and I would recommend him to any of my friends or family

03/25/2026

He takes his time to explain things

03/24/2026

Dr. Tapan DeSai is tremendous in my view! I feel that he has help extend my life! In the past, I had an Internal Medicine Dr. who ordered a sleep test and subsequent CPAP use but for years never seemed to review the data. Dr. Desai is tremendous. I was referred to Dr. DeSai by Dr. Simiantirakis who is also tremendous!

03/24/2026

He's excellent

03/21/2026

Dr. Desai is friendly and knowledgeable.

03/18/2026

He is a great doctor

03/18/2026

He is very good

03/18/2026

He doesn’t make me feel rushed and answers any questions I have.

03/18/2026

Like the Hospital and all the staff.

03/17/2026

Dr. Desai is very knowledgeable and treats his patients with kindness and is not judgmental. He is thorough and discusses options for treatment.

03/16/2026

Dr. Desai is very professional when attending to my medical needs. Listens carefully to my concerns and provides sound medical advice.

03/16/2026

He took time explaining and listening

03/10/2026

Dr. desai is very informative. He had great knowledge of what he is saying. He makes you welcome. He has great office manners.

03/09/2026

Dr. Desai is focused and efficient yet caring in his approach to my needs as his patient. His manner evokes confidence and trust.

03/09/2026

Dr. Desai is a great person and not only a great Dr.

03/07/2026

He sounds like he knows what he’s talking about.

03/06/2026

Caring, listens to my concerns.

03/06/2026

He listens to my issues and treats me accordingly.

03/06/2026

Great doctor down to earth really careful for his patience

03/03/2026

Friendly and explained things in layman's terms

02/28/2026

Friendly and down to earth guy.

02/25/2026

He is knowledgeable

02/25/2026

He listened

02/24/2026

Great bedside manner ,that’s time to explain details simply and completely.

02/24/2026

He's extremely intelligent and an awesome Doctor

02/24/2026

Dr Desai was very attentive. He listened to my concerns and answered any questions I had. He was very pleasant and knowledgeable.

02/23/2026

Dr. Desai is simply the best! He listens to all your questions and explains everything.

02/23/2026

Dr Desai was patient when explaining what was happening when I was sleeping and why I needed a cpap machine. He was helpful regarding my losing weight, and options I have for that. I never felt like I was being rushed through.

02/20/2026

He listens to me

02/18/2026

He spoke to me, not at me. That alone in itself was a number 10. I don't like doctors I don't go to them, he highly impressed me.

02/18/2026

Dr. Desai showed the same. Detaiked m friendly and engaging! I'm glad to have him as my pulmonary doctor!

02/17/2026

Dr Desai is an excellent doctor He knows what he's doing and he knows how explain it to his patience He is an excellent doctor

02/14/2026

He is very friendly and easy to talk to

02/14/2026

Personable, listened and was helpful

02/13/2026

Dr. Desai is a very intelligent, professional, and personable doctor.

02/12/2026

I have already

02/11/2026

He is very good doctor polite and concern about my health

02/10/2026

He seems to really care

02/09/2026

Prompt

02/06/2026

Amazing Dr doesn’t rush ask questions about my health

02/04/2026

Positive attitude

02/04/2026

listened to me

02/03/2026

He is a very nice man. He is an excellent care provider. He listens and communicates well. When he asks " how's it going? " He really wants to know and interacts in a personable manner. I enjoy being in his office even if he gets on my case about my attitude some times. And most importantly, he has helped me with my sleep issues. Two thumbs up !

01/31/2026

He's the best kind thoughtful doctor I ever have met. I met Dr. Desai back when I had my heart attack in 2017. I speak highly to everyone about him. He knows his job for sure plus he speaks to you as a person that's truly cares. Great doctor for sure. Highly recommend.

01/31/2026

Very good doctor.

01/31/2026

Takes time with you.Explains things

01/29/2026

Great visit

01/29/2026

He was very easy to talk to and explained the things I needed to know.

01/27/2026

Great "bed side manner". Informative and professional. Listens to the patients. Able to explain things to the patient in understandable layman's terms.

01/27/2026

Excellent Doctor

01/22/2026

Because he’s a good doctor and explains everything to you

01/20/2026

Because he actually listened to me and offered other solutions than my last pulmonologist.

01/20/2026

For all of the reasons mentioned above, particularly Dr. Desai Tapan attentiveness, clear communication, and thoughtful approach to addressing my sleep concerns. He took the time to listen, explain his clinical reasoning, and develop a plan that felt individualized rather than rushed.

01/19/2026

He was great explained everything well listened to me

01/07/2026

The quality of care is excellent.

01/05/2026

Dr Dasai always works with you in every way possible to guide you and set up a plan for making your life better! He’s always available for you as well!

12/22/2025

Dr. takes his time with you. Listens to you .

12/22/2025

Dr was upbeat and very easy to talk with

12/21/2025

Dr. Desai is a caring doctor, one who is friendly, but most importantly he listens to the patients. He has your best interest at heart.

12/21/2025

Very professional and listens to your concerns. Makes you comfortable.

12/20/2025

concerned about whats going on with my health.

12/18/2025

He is so awesome easy to talk to. He listens. He’s very helpful. I enjoyed our visit at my doctors appointment.

12/17/2025

I already have recommend him to others.

12/16/2025

Very carrying and understanding of a persons health conditions.

12/15/2025

He is helpful and caring about your well being...

12/12/2025

Dr. Desai, a very pleasant man, expressed his opinion that I probably do not have sleep apnea based upon my responses to his questions and other factors. And just to be sure, ordered a home test.

12/11/2025

He sits down and explains everything that's going on discussing what is next

12/10/2025

Friendly and concerned about my care

12/08/2025

Very nice as nd explains your diagnosis the way you csn understand.

12/05/2025

Great Doctor!

12/05/2025

Dr Desai is an expert and wastes no time when explaining the options for a treatment. I love the fact that he speaks English! So many specialists are hard to understand.

12/04/2025

Dr DeSai is professional and caring

12/04/2025

Friendly and personal attitude.

12/03/2025

Very thorough! Listens

11/24/2025

Dr DeSai is awesome!

11/24/2025

Listens to the patient and then explains everything in detail. First time meeting him made a very good impression on both my husband and myself.

11/20/2025

Efficient, easy to talk to about problems.

11/19/2025

Very personable and knowledgeable

11/16/2025

Very attentive to the reason and what purpose for my visit

11/12/2025

Very personable, takes time with patience,explaining and understanding patient concerns ,

11/11/2025

Like I said, he is the most awesomeness Doctor there is he listens. He cares and I appreciate everything he does.

11/11/2025

He listens to you and is really concerned about you.

11/07/2025

He listens to his patients and is genuinely interested in them

11/06/2025

He really wants to sound about my issue and took time to listen and encourage.

11/05/2025

Dr Desai's upbeat personality and vast knowledge makes me comfortable . He listens to me and answered all my questions.

11/05/2025

Dr.Desai is a Excellent Pumanoligist, Im so glad My insurance and myself picked Dr.Desai because he gives great care to his patients and so kind .I am so blessed hes my Pumanoligist. Im like finally A Excellent Pumanoligist. Thank you

11/04/2025

He is personal, and knowledgeable

10/30/2025

He was friendly, took the time to explain things and made suggestions.

10/30/2025

The doctor is very good. He took time to make sure I understood everything completely, and showed me my lung scans and understood them

10/29/2025

Doctor was super professional and took the time to explain and teach which I really appreciated.

10/28/2025

he was very clear about the situation

10/26/2025

Dr. Desai is very personal, and knowledgeable. He handled my visit with precision and care.

10/24/2025

He takes his time with you

10/23/2025

He is straightforward, a good listener, and helps get things done.

10/22/2025

Very understanding

10/21/2025

Same as I said. I have recommended him to several people already

10/20/2025

He is thorough

10/20/2025

Again, Dr. DeSai is an excellent physician!

10/17/2025

He is a good physician.

10/15/2025

He is WONDERFUL and actually cares about his patients.

10/15/2025

He is the best! Very caring.

10/13/2025

Very down to earth and friendly as well

10/12/2025

Personal attention to all my problems, related and unrelated. Very interested in my well being and always gives senseable advice.

10/09/2025

He’s a very good doctor.

10/09/2025

The doctor cares about his patients and does care about his patients health ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

10/08/2025

Very good and friendly Doctor

10/08/2025

Listens to you! Very friendly.

10/06/2025

He has continued to be informative and helpful with explaining my medical condition and plan of care.

10/05/2025

Friendly and down to earth

10/01/2025

Dr. Desai was thorough and receptive to my questions. I felt at ease with him.

09/30/2025

Made me feel comfortable and the appointment was the following week!

09/26/2025

Excellent doctor that half my family having been patients of his.

09/25/2025

I had an excellent experience with Dr. Tapan A. Desai. He went above and beyond by reviewing my lab work, which he did not have to do, and he took the time to explain everything thoroughly. His detailed explanations and genuine care were very impressive, and I left the visit feeling informed and confident in my care.

09/23/2025

DR. DESAI IS VERY PERSONABLE AND THOROUGH.

09/23/2025

He knows what he's doing

09/22/2025

Good Doctor

09/22/2025

Dr Desai took his time and explained how things were going to be done. He was very professional and friendly. I would definitely recommend him

09/21/2025

He shows true concern about your health and what's best for You

09/20/2025

Really wanted to address issues and went out of his way to get me the right care without the runaround with insurance. Very knowledgeable and personable, great friendly handshake too.

09/19/2025

He was very good

09/18/2025

Dr. Desai took his time and answered all my questions. He was very involved in my care.

09/17/2025

He’s a great Dr!
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