
Overview
Dr. Kevin Patel is a UW Health gastroenterologist and spends most of his clinical time treating general gastroenterology (GI) conditions and performing upper endoscopies and colonoscopies.Dr. Patel specializes in managing hereditary GI cancer syndromes, such as Lynch syndrome (higher risk of cancer) and polyposis syndrome (higher risk of polyps). He also sees patients at increased risk for pancreatic cancer due to their family history or a gene mutation.Dr. Patel decided to become a physician in college because he loves working with and helping people. He views each patient as unique and enjoys helping them manage their medical conditions.When he’s not working, Dr. Patel likes spending time with his two young daughters and trying new restaurants with his wife.
His clinical expertise encompasses Lymphocytic Colitis, Colitis, Collagenous Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
Dr. Patel is board certified in Internal Medicine and 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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Locations
750 University Row, Madison, WI 53705
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kevin B. Patel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kevin B. Patel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kevin B. Patel by calling their office at 608-890-5090. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kevin B. Patel a top-rated expert for Lymphocytic Colitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kevin B. Patel is classified as an Experienced expert for Lymphocytic Colitis, 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. Kevin B. Patel specialize in?
While Dr. Kevin B. Patel is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Lymphocytic Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Kevin B. Patel participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kevin B. Patel has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lymphocytic Colitis. You can view a list of Dr. Kevin B. Patel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kevin B. Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Kevin B. Patel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-890-5090 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- BRCA Positive Breast CancerDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about BRCA Positive Breast Cancer.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- ColitisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Collagenous ColitisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Collagenous Colitis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- DiarrheaDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- DICER1 SyndromeDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about DICER1 Syndrome.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EndoscopyDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- EsophagitisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- GastrectomyDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- GastroparesisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- HER2 Negative Breast CancerDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about HER2 Negative Breast Cancer.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Intestinal Pseudo-ObstructionDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.


