Overview
Dr. Patel was inspired to become a physician after witnessing the healthcare challenges in his home country of Zambia, an experience that continues to guide his compassionate approach to patient care. He enjoys helping people manage conditions like asthma and emphysema and has a special interest in interstitial lung disease, pulmonary hypertension, and cystic fibrosis. Dr. Patel is also skilled in advanced procedures such as bronchoscopy, EBUS, and navigational bronchoscopy, which allow him to diagnose and treat lung conditions with precision. Outside the clinic, he enjoys playing chess, swimming, exploring the outdoors, and spending time with friends and family and he’s always up for learning a new sport or game.
Dr. Patel is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.
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- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
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- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
100 15th St NW, Norton, VA 24273
200 Medical Pkwy, Lakeway, TX 78738
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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