Overview
Nikhil M. Patel, MD, FACS, is an independent colon and rectal surgeon at Ascension St. Vincent in Indianapolis, Indiana. Dr. Patel provides gastrointestinal surgery options to support your digestive health. He uses minimally invasive and robotic-assisted technology. Robotic-assisted surgery may lead to a faster recovery, shorter hospital stay, and less scarring.
Dr. Patel is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, Proctitis, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.
Dr. Patel is board certified in The American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery - Colon And Rectal Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
8424 Naab Rd, Ste 2m, Indianapolis, IN 46260
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nikhil M. Patel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nikhil M. Patel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Nikhil M. Patel by calling their office at 317-872-1577. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Nikhil M. Patel a top-rated expert for Familial Colorectal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nikhil M. Patel is classified as an Distinguished expert for Familial Colorectal Cancer, 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. Nikhil M. Patel specialize in?
While Dr. Nikhil M. Patel is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Familial Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, and Proctitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Nikhil M. Patel participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Nikhil M. Patel has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Colorectal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Nikhil M. Patel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Nikhil M. Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Nikhil M. Patel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 317-872-1577 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Patel isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Advanced
- Anal CancerDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- EncopresisDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Encopresis.
- Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer
- HemorrhoidsDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- ProctitisDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Rectal ProlapseDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Rectal Prolapse.
- Experienced
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- ColonoscopyDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- ColostomyDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Colostomy.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Genital WartsDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Genital Warts.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- IleostomyDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Ileostomy.
- Intestinal Pseudo-ObstructionDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction.
- Mesenteric Venous ThrombosisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis.
- Small Bowel ResectionDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Small Bowel Resection.
- TenesmusDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Tenesmus.
- UreteroscopyDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Ureteroscopy.