Nirav Desai

Nirav Desai, MD, is an Instructor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School and an Affiliate Staff member in the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at Boston Children’s Hospital. He specializes in pediatric gastroenterology, with a focus on eosinophilic esophagitis and related conditions.

He is board-certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics, with subspecialty certification in Gastroenterology. His clinical practice and research address gastrointestinal disorders in children, particularly eosinophilic esophagitis, treatment efficacy, and patient-reported outcomes.

Dr. Desai’s research explores the impact of treatment withdrawal, esophageal dilation history, and pharmacokinetic interactions on disease management. His recent publications highlight advancements in understanding budesonide therapy, food-drug interactions, and symptom assessment tools for pediatric patients.

He is affiliated with Boston Children’s Hospital locations in Quincy and Boston, and contributes to clinical initiatives within the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition.