Janice Desir is a community nephrologist who has been practicing in the Bronx for over ten years. She holds a B.S. from Cornell University, an MPH from Boston University School of Public Health, and an M.D. from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine. She is involved in clinical practice, community work, and medical education. Dr. Desir joined the Forestdale board because of a desire to support their mission of advocating to keep children and families together.