Overview
Rifali Patel is a Neurologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Patel is highly rated in 98 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Dravet Syndrome, and Memory Loss.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
330 Laurel St Ste 1200, Des Moines, IA 50314
411 Laurel St Ste 3310, Des Moines,, IA 50314
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. Rifali Patel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Rifali Patel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Rifali Patel by calling their office at 515-643-6290. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Rifali Patel a top-rated expert for Seizures?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rifali Patel is classified as an Advanced expert for Seizures, 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. Rifali Patel specialize in?
While Dr. Rifali Patel is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Dravet Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Rifali Patel participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Rifali Patel has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Seizures. You can view a list of Dr. Rifali Patel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Rifali Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Rifali Patel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-643-6290 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.
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- Advanced
- 2q37 Deletion SyndromeDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about 2q37 Deletion Syndrome.
- 47 XYY SyndromeDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about 47 XYY Syndrome.
- Aase SyndromeDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Aase Syndrome.
- Abruzzo-Erickson SyndromeDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Abruzzo-Erickson Syndrome.
- Absence SeizureDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Absence Seizure.
- Acrodermatitis EnteropathicaDr. Patel isAdvanced. Learn about Acrodermatitis Enteropathica.
- Experienced
- 15q11.2 MicrodeletionDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about 15q11.2 Microdeletion.
- Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)Dr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM).
- Agyria Pachygyria PolymicrogyriaDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Agyria Pachygyria Polymicrogyria.
- AphantasiaDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Aphantasia.
- Arachnoid CystsDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Arachnoid Cysts.
- Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE)