Overview
Dr. Vivek A. Patil is a colorectal surgeon affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital and Suburban Hospital, where he serves as chairman of colorectal surgery, as well as Shady Grove Adventist Hospital and Holy Cross Hospital. He practices out of Colorectal Surgery of Maryland and Washington, D.C., located in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Patil has an expertise minimally-invasive surgery, including laparoscopy and robotic surgery, to treat benign and malignant conditions of the colon and rectum. He has special interests in anorectal conditions, inflammatory bowel disease and pelvic floor disorders. Dr. Patil earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in general surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital, where he participated in surgical research and received the John O. Vieta, M.D. Award for Surgical Excellence and Compassionate Care. Dr. Patil also completed a fellowship in colorectal surgery at Washington Hospital Center. Dr. Patil is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. Dr. Patil has been consistently named one of Washingtonian Magazine’s Top Doctors.
Dr. Patil is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Rectal Prolapse, Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Ileostomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Suite 4200, Bethesda, MD 20817
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Vivek A. Patil
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Vivek A. Patil?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Vivek A. Patil by calling their office at 240-487-7522. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Vivek A. Patil a top-rated expert for Hemorrhoids?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Vivek A. Patil is classified as an Distinguished expert for Hemorrhoids, 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. Vivek A. Patil specialize in?
While Dr. Vivek A. Patil is a Colorectal Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hemorrhoids, Rectal Prolapse, and Colorectal Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Colorectal Surgery.
Does Dr. Vivek A. Patil participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Vivek A. Patil has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hemorrhoids. You can view a list of Dr. Vivek A. Patil's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Vivek A. Patil accept my insurance?
Dr. Vivek A. Patil accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 240-487-7522 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Colorectal CancerDr. Patil isDistinguished. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Patil isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Patil isDistinguished. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Lynch SyndromeDr. Patil isDistinguished. Learn about Lynch Syndrome.
- Rectal ProlapseDr. Patil isDistinguished. Learn about Rectal Prolapse.
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- Anal FissureDr. Patil isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- Anorectal AbscessDr. Patil isAdvanced. Learn about Anorectal Abscess.
- Mesenteric Venous ThrombosisDr. Patil isAdvanced. Learn about Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis.
- Pilonidal Sinus DiseaseDr. Patil isAdvanced. Learn about Pilonidal Sinus Disease.
- ProctitisDr. Patil isAdvanced. Learn about Proctitis.
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- Anal CancerDr. Patil isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Appendix CancerDr. Patil isExperienced. Learn about Appendix Cancer.
- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Patil isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Patil isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Patil isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Patil isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.