Dr. Brijesh R. Patel
Overview
Dr. Brijesh Patel, MD, was drawn to the Appalachian Highlands because of the kindness of its people and the beauty of the region. His decision to become a physician was influenced by a significant childhood event involving his brother’s near-drowning, which ignited his calling to pursue a medical career. Dr. Patel enjoyed studying physics in school which helped him find his passion for cardiology. “I believe in empowering patients, ensuring they understand their condition and can recognize early signs of trouble. Partnering with them, I aim to create healthier lives.” Dr. Patel said.
Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of COVID-19. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Mitral Valve Regurgitation.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
16000 Johnston Memorial Drive, Suite 212A, Abingdon, VA 24211
271 Medical Park Boulevard, Bristol, TN 37620
1490 Park Avenue North West, Suite 3C, Norton, VA 24273
2050 Meadowview Parkway, Kingsport, TN 37660
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute
Dilpat Kumar, MD, brings a patient-centered approach to cardiology and believes every patient deserves to be heard, respected and treated as a partner in their care. “Every heart tells a story,” he says, “and my role is to truly listen.” For Dr. Kumar, being a doctor is about more than just clinical care — it's about connection. “What I enjoy most about being a clinician is listening to my patients’ stories, building long-lasting relationships and having the privilege of watching them improve over time,” he says. “There’s something deeply rewarding about being part of someone’s healing journey – not just treating symptoms, but truly understanding their lives, earning their trust and celebrating their progress together.” Originally from Pakistan, Dr. Kumar came to the region for training and fell in love with the Appalachian Highlands. “The mountains ground me,” he says. Dr. Kumar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of COVID-19. His top areas of expertise are COVID-19, Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation, Lemierre Syndrome, and Heart Tumor.
Office
Adnan Bhopalwala is a Cardiologist in Whitesburg,, Kentucky. Dr. Bhopalwala is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of COVID-19. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, and Hypertension.
Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute
"As an experienced interventional cardiologist, Nicholas Laffely, MD, enjoys helping patients by using minimally invasive techniques to treat heart and blood vessel diseases. For Dr. Laffely, treating each patient as if they are family helps him build a lasting and compassionate relationship. ""Helping patients will always be a highlight of my profession,"" he says. When Dr.Laffely is not working, he enjoys spending time outdoors with his family and taking his Jeep off-roading. Services". Dr. Laffely is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of COVID-19. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Aortic Regurgitation, Pediatric Myocarditis, Angina, and Angioplasty.
Areas of Expertise
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Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism
- HypertensionDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Hypertension.
- Experienced
- AnginaDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Angina.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- ApoplexyDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- ArrhythmiasDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Arrhythmias.
- Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.