About Me

Services and treatments

Credentials

Board Certifications

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Dental School

CUMC School of Medicine, 1992

Residency

Dentistry, CUMC School of Medicine, 1993

Medical School

UNMC College of Medicine, 2001

Residency

Oral & Maxillo Surgery, UNMC College of Medicine, 2004

Locations

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinic at Lauritzen Outpatient Center
4014 Leavenworth St. Omaha, NE 68105 Get directions
Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Can perform surgeries at: Nebraska Medical Center, Village Pointe.

Insurance and Coverage

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Licensed to practice medicine in: Nebraska

This provider has met the requirements to practice medicine in these states. To schedule a telehealth visit with this provider, you must be physically located within one of these states.

Ratings

  • Sep 02, 2026

    It was a very good experience. Dr. Desa was very knowledgeable & pleasant.

  • Aug 16, 2026

    Dr. Desa is the best Dr I've ever seen! So compassionate and calming. So thankful to be cared for by him and his team!

  • Aug 10, 2026

    Very well spoken and helped me figure out what path is best for me personally. Will be returning to him.

  • Jul 20, 2026

    Bad experience

  • Jul 10, 2026

    There seems to be a lack of communication between the Doctor and Patient; Doctor to Doctor. I am a person who needs to know the plan and that all agree on the treatment plan.

  • Jun 21, 2026

    Very good and thorough

  • May 06, 2026

    Dr. Desa is fabulous.

  • May 04, 2026

    Dr. Desa was great with his explanation regarding my questions.

  • Apr 08, 2026

    Dr Desa is amazing!!

  • Feb 23, 2026

    Dr. Desa is great.

  • Feb 04, 2026

    Dr. Desa is a very kind and excellent doctor. I have been seeing him for years. I've seen him since a resident to the Chief. Very lucky to have him as a provider. Wouldn't see anyone else but him.

  • Jan 11, 2026

    Highly recommended

  • Jan 02, 2026

    I was well satisfied.

  • Jan 02, 2026

    Dr. Lee & Dr. Desa are amazing! Excellent at answering patients many questions, so had fun and showed her skull which she now has her own in her room!

  • Dec 31, 2025

    Doctor was caring an explained very well. His intern did a wonderful job too.

  • Dec 17, 2025

    Dr. Desa and Dr. Lee were incredibly prompt and skilled at their craft. They worked meticulously and handled the business without any issues at all. They were great and I would recommend both for the procedure

  • Nov 23, 2025

    Good

  • Nov 08, 2025

    I liked both doctors very much

  • Oct 30, 2025

    I would absolutely refer any friends and family to Dr. Desa. He is an amazing physician who truly cares.

  • Oct 12, 2025

    Well experienced and courteous crew.

  • Oct 03, 2025

    Everything was top notch thank you

  • Sep 22, 2025

    Outstanding care, thank you

  • Aug 11, 2025

    Good

  • Jul 18, 2025

    I really received excellent care during this encounter. Doctors, nurse and anesthesia team were very caring and competent.

  • Jul 10, 2025

    Very nice and made me feel very comfortable.

  • Jul 10, 2025

    Dr Desa is a highly skilled and caring doctor. I'm fortunate that I'm his patient. Omahan's are fortunate he is at UNMC.

  • Jul 09, 2025

    Dr Desa is the best!

  • Jul 09, 2025

    Everything perfectly

  • May 11, 2025

    Very good

  • May 02, 2025

    Very courteous & respectful of non-English speaking mother. Translation service is appreciated.

  • Apr 25, 2025

    Dr. Desa and his staff are amazing.

  • Apr 10, 2025

    Calm & confident, caring, excellent communication with me & my spouse in grasping & understanding the anatomy / surgical expectations of bilateral TMJ. Dr Desa went out of his way to answer any questions I had. I had called the office once with a concern before surgery. He called back later that day and addressed my questions.

  • Apr 06, 2025

    Dr Desa seems to be in the practice because he truly cares about people. That's the feeling we got, anyway.

  • Mar 23, 2025

    Good

  • Jan 31, 2025

    Good

  • Dec 16, 2024

    Dr. Desa is my surgeon. He explained the procedure & after care thorough and answered all of my 16 questions clearly & satisfactorily. He was professional, appropriate, explained potential problems, & put me at ease.

  • Oct 27, 2024

    Helpful

  • Oct 25, 2024

    Provider took time to listen and understand my symptoms and explain the proposed course of action

  • Oct 08, 2024

    The resident and Dr. Desa were great! I like that they talk to and include our son in the conversation. Very personable!

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