Overview
Nikunj Patel is a Radiologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California.
Dr. Patel is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neuroendocrine Tumor, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Rhizotomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 51 peer reviewed articles.
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Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
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- POS
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Locations
10820 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037
La Mesa, CA 91941
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. Nikunj Patel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nikunj Patel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Nikunj Patel by calling their office at 858-554-3336. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Nikunj Patel a top-rated expert for Neuroendocrine Tumor?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nikunj Patel is classified as an Advanced expert for Neuroendocrine Tumor, 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. Nikunj Patel specialize in?
While Dr. Nikunj Patel is a Radiology, they have specific expertise in Neuroendocrine Tumor, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Rhizotomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiology.
Does Dr. Nikunj Patel participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Nikunj Patel has published 51 articles and abstracts on conditions like Neuroendocrine Tumor. You can view a list of Dr. Nikunj Patel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Nikunj Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Nikunj Patel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 858-554-3336 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
- Advanced
- Deep Brain StimulationDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Deep Brain Stimulation.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- RhizotomyDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Rhizotomy.
- Experienced
- AdenoidectomyDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Adenoidectomy.
- Alveolar Soft Part SarcomaDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma.
- Arachnoid CystsDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Arachnoid Cysts.
- BoilsDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Boils.
- Bronchogenic CystDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Bronchogenic Cyst.
- CarbuncleDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Carbuncle.