Overview
Dr. Meera Patel specializes in lung and head and neck cancers including mesothelioma, thyroid cancer, thymoma and thymic carcinoma. She is an Assistant Professor of Hematology and Oncology at the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center at Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Patel’s clinical interests include: thoracic and head and neck malignancies; mesothelioma; immunotherapy resistance; and targeted therapies.Dr. Patel received a B.S. in Nutritional Sciences from The University of Texas at Austin and an MHSc in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. She received her medical degree from the University of Missouri - Kansas City. She completed her internship and residency in internal medicine at The University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston, and a fellowship in hematology and oncology at Wayne State University/Detroit Medical Center.Dr. Patel is board-certified in internal medicine, medical oncology and hematology from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American Society of Hematology.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Lung Adenocarcinoma, Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Meera R. Patel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Meera R. Patel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Meera R. Patel by calling their office at 832-957-6500. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Meera R. Patel a top-rated expert for Lung Adenocarcinoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Meera R. Patel is classified as an Experienced expert for Lung Adenocarcinoma, 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. Meera R. Patel specialize in?
While Dr. Meera R. Patel is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Lung Adenocarcinoma, Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.
Does Dr. Meera R. Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Meera R. Patel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 832-957-6500 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Large-Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lung CancerDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- MesotheliomaDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Mesothelioma.
- Metastatic Pleural TumorDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Pleural Tumor.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)Dr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).
- Squamous Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Tongue CancerDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Tongue Cancer.