Dr. Natasha Desai

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Biography

Natasha N. Desai is a Sports Medicine physician specializing in non-surgical treatments for a variety of orthopedic complaints, catering to both adults and children. With a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience from UCLA and a medical degree with honors from the George Washington School of Medicine, she completed her residency at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in Emergency Medicine. Dr. Desai furthered her training through a Sports Medicine Fellowship at Children’s Hospital Philadelphia. As a competitive gymnast and member of UCLA's PAC-10 championship gymnastics team, she uniquely understands the physical demands on athletes. Dr. Desai is the Co-Director of the Women's Sports Medicine Center, where she actively researches women's sports medicine and concussion, frequently presenting her findings at various conferences. She is committed to building strong relationships with her patients through good education and open communication. Her clinical work focuses on individualized treatment plans, helping patients return to their desired activities, whether that be sports or daily tasks.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Assistant Professor, Co-Director

— Present

Women's Sports Medicine Center, NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

Provides specialized care in women's sports medicine, focusing on sports-related injuries and concussion management.

Awards

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Humanitarian Award

Requirements for New York University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from accredited institution Strong background in biological, chemical, physical, or mathematical sciences
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Personal statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Open Program in Biomedical Sciences (Vilcek Institute) covers departments like Biochemistry, Pathology, Neuroscience, Microbiology, etc.