Overview
I perform upper endoscopy and colonoscopy procedures, and help evaluate GI disorders. I have special interests in the esophagus, including gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), and esophageal motor disorders, such as achalasia. I am passionate about clinical care, education and mentorship, guideline development, and clinical investigation. At Duke, I have been awarded the Paul Killenberg Faculty Teaching and Malcolm Tyor Faculty Scholar Awards.
His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Rathke Cleft Cyst, and Esophageal Varices.
Dr. Patel is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Gastroenterology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.
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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.
UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab
Evan Dellon is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Dellon is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Esophagitis, Eosinophilic Enteropathy, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Dellon is currently accepting new patients.
UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab
Nicholas Shaheen is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Shaheen is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Esophagitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Shaheen is currently accepting new patients.
Private Diagnostic Clinic PLLC
Manal Abdelmalek is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Abdelmalek is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Cirrhosis, Enlarged Liver, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Abdelmalek is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Amit V. Patel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Amit V. Patel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Amit V. Patel by calling their office at 919-684-6347. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Amit V. Patel a top-rated expert for Swallowing Difficulty?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Amit V. Patel is classified as an Experienced expert for Swallowing Difficulty, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Amit V. Patel specialize in?
While Dr. Amit V. Patel is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, and Rathke Cleft Cyst. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Amit V. Patel participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Amit V. Patel has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Swallowing Difficulty. You can view a list of Dr. Amit V. Patel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Amit V. Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Amit V. Patel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-684-6347 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Esophageal VaricesDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- EsophagitisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Rathke Cleft CystDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Rathke Cleft Cyst.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.