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Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD

Accepting New Patients

(1024 Ratings)

Specializes in: Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose, and Throat)

Ohio State University College of Medicine (2003)

Professional interests include: sleep apnea, speech disorders, tinnitus, and more.

500 London Avenue
Marysville, OH 43040

(937) 644-6115

Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD is an otolaryngologist in Westerville, OH specializing in otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). He graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 2003 and has 23 years of experience. Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD is affiliated with Memorial Health System, Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and OSU OTOLARYNGOLOGY HEAD AND NECK SURGERY LLC.

Office Locations

400 Altair Parkway Suite 4200
Westerville, OH 43082

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Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

2050 Kenny Road
Columbus, OH 43221

(614) 293-3890

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Memorial Health System

500 London Avenue
Marysville, OH 43040

(937) 644-6115

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Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

6700 University Boulevard
Dublin, OH 43016

(614) 814-7777

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Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

915 Olentangy River Road 4th Floor Suite 4000
Columbus, OH 43212

(614) 366-3687

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Some issues Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD can help you with:

Facial Paralysis

Facial paralysis is an inability to move the muscles in the face. It often affects only one side, and it can happen quite suddenly. Facial paralysis may make one's face feel frozen or numb.

Facial paralysis can happen when there is inflammation or damage to either the part of the brain that controls the facial muscles or the nerve that carries signals from the brain to the face. Some common causes include:

Stroke, which can affect the part of the brain controlling the face and prevent those muscles from working
Bell's palsy, an inflammation of the main facial nerve
Lyme disease
Birth trauma or difficult birth, which can cause facial paralysis in babies (usually temporary)
Head trauma in which nerves are damaged

Facial paralysis is a frustrating and frightening experience, but many cases are temporary and go away on their own. Even with more difficult cases, there are treatment options available, including rehabilitation, pain management, and surgery.

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

In The News

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Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Volume:

diagnostic flexible laryngoscopy

laryngoscopy

In 2023, Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD performed more diagnostic flexible laryngoscopy, and laryngoscopy procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of providers in related specialties within Ohio.

Top 10%

By Volume:

minimally invasive procedures

In 2023, Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD performed more minimally invasive procedures procedures for Medicare patients than 90% of providers in related specialties within Ohio.

Top 25%

By Volume:

botulinum toxin injection for laryngeal disorders

chemodenervation

By Affordability:

botulinum toxin injection for laryngeal disorders

In 2012, among providers in related specialties within Ohio, Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD performed more botulinum toxin injection for laryngeal disorders, and chemodenervation procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of them and he also had a list price for botulinum toxin injection for laryngeal disorders that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Westerville, OH during 2012 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, injections and stroboscopy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD for Medicare patients.

bronchoscopy	17
diagnostic procedures	18
doctor visit	372
ear procedures	18
injections	44
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	179
minimally invasive procedures	211
stroboscopy	23

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Westerville, OH during 2013 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, stroboscopy and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD for Medicare patients.

bronchoscopy	15
diagnostic procedures	21
doctor visit	388
ear procedures	21
excision	14
injections	39
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	185
minimally invasive procedures	224
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	14
stroboscopy	44

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD.

**Gender**
Male	145
Female	220

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	296
Black	43
Hispanic	0
Asian	11
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	149
From 75 to 84	80
85 and over	23
Less than 65	113

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD in 2013

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	21
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	33
Dementia	8
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Westerville, OH during 2014 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, injections and stroboscopy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	361
ear procedures	14
injections	116
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	154
minimally invasive procedures	270
stroboscopy	66

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD.

**Gender**
Male	163
Female	215

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	304
Black	48
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	12
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	152
From 75 to 84	90
85 and over	25
Less than 65	111

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD in 2014

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	30
Dementia	10
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Westerville, OH during 2015 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, injections and stroboscopy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	355
excision	15
injections	128
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	206
minimally invasive procedures	334
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	15
stroboscopy	63

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD.

**Gender**
Male	330
Female	452

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	656
Black	70
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	328
From 75 to 84	178
85 and over	40
Less than 65	236

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD in 2015

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	21
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	33
Dementia	10
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Westerville, OH during 2016 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, injections and stroboscopy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD for Medicare patients.

bronchoscopy	14
doctor visit	373
excision	18
injections	156
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	266
minimally invasive procedures	422
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	18
stroboscopy	69

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD.

**Gender**
Male	215
Female	246

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	378
Black	53
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	16
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	209
From 75 to 84	112
85 and over	36
Less than 65	104

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD in 2016

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	30
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	31
Dementia	12
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Westerville, OH during 2017 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, injections and stroboscopy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	373
excision	11
injections	156
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	224
minimally invasive procedures	380
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	11
stroboscopy	74

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD.

**Gender**
Male	189
Female	228

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	355
Black	43
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	205
From 75 to 84	88
85 and over	33
Less than 65	91

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD in 2017

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	27
Diabetes	28
Dementia	13
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Westerville, OH during 2018 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, injections and stroboscopy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	331
injections	154
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	174
minimally invasive procedures	328
stroboscopy	122

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD.

**Gender**
Male	174
Female	225

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	335
Black	37
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	15
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	197
From 75 to 84	93
85 and over	27
Less than 65	82

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD in 2018

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	31
Dementia	11
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Westerville, OH during 2019 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, injections and stroboscopy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	390
ear procedures	17
injections	156
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	175
minimally invasive procedures	331
stroboscopy	123

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD.

**Gender**
Male	203
Female	241

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	383
Black	30
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	16
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	219
From 75 to 84	130
85 and over	33
Less than 65	62

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD in 2019

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	30
Dementia	11
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Westerville, OH during 2020 were minimally invasive procedures, injections, laryngeal (voice box) procedures and stroboscopy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	335
injections	146
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	124
minimally invasive procedures	270
stroboscopy	94

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD.

**Gender**
Male	186
Female	207

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	340
Black	14
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	27
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	204
From 75 to 84	109
85 and over	28
Less than 65	52

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD in 2020

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	29
Dementia	12
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Westerville, OH during 2021 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, injections and stroboscopy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	365
ear procedures	23
injections	142
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	149
minimally invasive procedures	291
stroboscopy	133

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD.

**Gender**
Male	201
Female	232

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	379
Black	22
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	21
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	219
From 75 to 84	130
85 and over	29
Less than 65	55

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD in 2021

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	21
Dementia	7
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Westerville, OH during 2022 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, injections and stroboscopy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	359
ear procedures	24
injections	144
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	192
minimally invasive procedures	336
stroboscopy	101

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD.

**Gender**
Male	187
Female	261

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	396
Black	25
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	247
From 75 to 84	128
85 and over	35
Less than 65	38

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD in 2022

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	24
Dementia	5
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Westerville, OH were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, injections and ear procedures.

bronchoscopy	15
diagnostic procedures	19
doctor visit	363
ear procedures	19
excision	14
injections	125
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	184
minimally invasive procedures	308
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	14

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD.

**Gender**
Male	181
Female	229

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	35
Asian / Pacific Islander	1
Non-Hispanic White	347
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	9

**Age**
75 to 84	103
85 and over	28
Less than 65	85
65 to 74	193

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	16
Osteoporosis	10
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	26
Atrial Fibrillation	11
Cancer	11
Dementia	9

Education & Training

Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 2003. He completed residency at OSUWMC Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Nec. He is certified by the Certifications: American Board of Otolaryngology - Otolaryngology and has a state license in Ohio.

Medical School: Ohio State University College of Medicine (2003)

Residency: OSUWMC Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Nec (2008)

Board Certification: Certifications: American Board of Otolaryngology - Otolaryngology

Licensed In: Ohio

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Memorial Health System

Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

OSU OTOLARYNGOLOGY HEAD AND NECK SURGERY LLC

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.91 out of 5 stars based on 1024 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Westerville, OH.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Brad William Desilva, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Smith & Nephew, Inc.	$87 Rapid Rhino - Epistaxis $87
Intersect ENT, Inc.	$84 Propel $84
American Medical Systems Inc.	$18 Aura XP $18

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$171
Education	$18

Biography

Dr. Brad Desilva is a physician who specializes in otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). Patient ratings for Dr. Desilva average 5.0 stars (out of 5). Clinical interests for Dr. Desilva include hemifacial spasm, nasal obstruction, and graves disease. He attended Ohio State University College of Medicine and then went on to complete his residency at Ohio State University Medical Center. Dr. Desilva is professionally affiliated with Memorial Health System and Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. His practice in Westerville, OH is open to new patients as reported by Doctor.com.