Overview
Dr. Dhiren Patel treats young patients who have bowel, liver, and abdominal disorders. His clinical expertise includes digestive diseases, swallowing disorders, gastrointestinal infections and food allergies. He performs upper and lower endoscopies, feeding tube placement, liver biopsy, rectal suction biopsy, esophageal dilatation, motility studies, foreign body removal, pH-impedance testing for gastroesophageal reflux disease and hydrogen breath testing for malabsorption in children. Dr. Patel uses the latest techniques in his care for patients, including capsule endoscopies and high resolution manometry for motility disorders. His research interests include pediatric inflammatory bowel disease, motility disorders, celiac disease, fecal microbiota transplant and eosinophilic gastrointestinal disorders. Dr. Patel is an assistant professor in the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Gastroenterology, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He is a member of the North American Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, and is a diplomate of the American Board of Pediatrics.
His top areas of expertise are Malnutrition, Encopresis, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, and Cystic Fibrosis.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1465 S. Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63104
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Patel has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Dhiren Patel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Dhiren Patel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Dhiren Patel by calling their office at 314-268-4010. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Dhiren Patel a top-rated expert for Malnutrition?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Dhiren Patel is classified as an Experienced expert for Malnutrition, 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. Dhiren Patel specialize in?
While Dr. Dhiren Patel is a Pediatric Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Malnutrition, Encopresis, and Eosinophilic Esophagitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Dhiren Patel participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Dhiren Patel has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Malnutrition. You can view a list of Dr. Dhiren Patel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Dhiren Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Dhiren Patel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-268-4010 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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