Overview
Paresh Dhirajlal Patel, MD, FCCP, earned his medical degree from B.J. Medical College (BJMS) at Gujarat University in Ahmedabad, India. He then completed an internship and internal medicine residency with Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (RWJMS), formerly known as University of Medicine and Dentistry at New Jersey (UMDNJ), at Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune City. Dr. Patel then completed further training through a pulmonary disease and critical care medicine three-year fellowship and a sleep medicine one-year fellowship at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth in Houston, where he trained at Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Board certified in sleep medicine, critical care medicine, pulmonary disease and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM), Dr. Patel specializes in asthma (bronchial asthma), COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, emphysema, chronic bronchitis), dyspnea, cough, allergic rhinitis (hay fever, seasonal allergies), bronchiectasis, lung cancer, smoking cessation, pleural effusion, pneumonia, recurrent bronchitis, advanced bronchoscopies, Denver or PleurX catheter for recurrent pleural effusion, sleep apnea, insomnia, restless leg syndrome (RLS) and Rapid eye movement sleep behavior disorder (REM sleep behavior disorder, RBD). Since 2013, Dr. Patel has provided pulmonary and critical care for patients ages 18 and older as well as sleep disorder management for patients of any age. Patients living in Barker, Cypress, Houston, Hufsmith, Katy, North Houston, Spring and Tomball enjoy his personalized, quality care. It is important to Dr. Patel to spend time with each patient during which he can listen to health concerns, comfort patients, provide knowledgeable feedback and solutions, and build long-term patient-physician relationships. Dr. Patel is a Fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP) and is a member of the American Association of Sleep Medicine (AASM). When he is away from his patients, Dr. Patel explores his passions for art, calligraphy and the NFL. He is fluent in Gujarati and Hindi, and staff members are fluent in Spanish.
Dr. Patel is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 23 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials.
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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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Dileep Puppala is a Sleep Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 32 years. Dr. Puppala is highly rated in 47 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Emphysema, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Bullae, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Puppala is currently accepting new patients.
Baylor College Of Medicine - Pulmonary
Ivan Rosas, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Ivan Rosas specializes in Pulmonary Disease and works at BCM - Faculty Group Practice. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-2400. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Rosas is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Fibrosis, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Rosas is currently accepting new patients.
Gnananandh Jayaraman is a Sleep Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Kingwood, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 31 years. Dr. Jayaraman is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, Pneumonia, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Dr. Jayaraman is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Paresh Patel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Paresh Patel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Paresh Patel by calling their office at 281-870-4567. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Paresh Patel a top-rated expert for Atypical Pneumonia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Paresh Patel is classified as an Distinguished expert for Atypical Pneumonia, 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. Paresh Patel specialize in?
While Dr. Paresh Patel is a Pulmonary Medicine, they have specific expertise in Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, and Obstructive Sleep Apnea. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pulmonary Medicine.
Does Dr. Paresh Patel participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Paresh Patel has published 23 articles and abstracts on conditions like Atypical Pneumonia. You can view a list of Dr. Paresh Patel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Paresh Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Paresh Patel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 281-870-4567 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- Atypical PneumoniaDr. Patel isDistinguished. Learn about Atypical Pneumonia.
- Hospital-Acquired PneumoniaDr. Patel isDistinguished. Learn about Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia.
- Advanced
- Acute Interstitial PneumoniaDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Interstitial Pneumonia.
- AsthmaDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Asthma.
- Asthma in ChildrenDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Asthma in Children.
- BronchiectasisDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Bronchiectasis.
- BullaeDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Bullae.
- Chronic CoughDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Cough.
- Experienced
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
- Advanced BronchoscopyDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Advanced Bronchoscopy.
- AsbestosisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Asbestosis.
- AspergillosisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Aspergillosis.
- Bronchiolitis ObliteransDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Bronchiolitis Obliterans.
- BronchitisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Bronchitis.