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Dr. Ghanshyam Patel, MD

Dr. Ghanshyam Patel, MD

Cardiology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Ghanshyam Patel, MD is a cardiologist in Gadsden, AL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Patel has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions, Interventional Cardiac Procedures, and Heart Conditions. He graduated from VICTORIA UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER / COLLEGE OF MEDICINE in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities Grandview Medical Center and Riverview Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 3 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

808 S 4th St Gadsden, AL 35901

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Patel is affiliated with Riverview Regional Medical Center Gadsden, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Patel specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Patel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Patel

3.0
23 ratings, 16 with a written review
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I would not take my dog to see this man. My sister was admitted through the ER at Riverview with acute coronary episode. She was hurting in her chest with numbness down her left are. She had pain in her back and left shoulder that ran up her neck in her jaw. He came to see her after she was admitted and he sat down and asked her if she had heartburn. She replied occasionally. He said you have acid reflux and nothing else. He never examined her and never came back to see her. She was released from the hospital 3 days later with acid reflux and in worse pain than when she was admitted. We took her to Erlanger Hospital in Tennessee the day she was released where the doctor actually cared and ran test and found out what was going on with her. This man has no respect for anyone and does not care about their pain. He would not even listen to my sister when she tried to tell him were she was hurting. To call him a doctor is a joke. If it would let me I would not leave him any stars at all.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 04, 2022
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Dr. Patel treated my 84 year old Mother during a hospital stay. She was having many issues other than her heart, Dr. Patel went above and beyond to get her help with issues not related to her heart when we were getting no help from other doctors. I can never express the gratitude for him when we were struggling trying to get any help. His office staff were extremely kind and very help.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Janet Ayres – Jan 07, 2021
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Wonderful Consultation visit. Did not have to wait long. Staff is awesome . Love Dr Patel
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Dawn Poole – Oct 15, 2020
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I always enjoy my visits with Dr. Patel. He is very friendly and thorough. He is a very good doctor and I would recommend him to anyone. His office staff are very friendly and care for all their patients. A great office staff!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jul 17, 2020
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VERY GOOD BEDSIDE MANNER, EXCELLENT DR AND STAFF WAS GREAT!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jul 17, 2020
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Very insightful and knowledgeable cardiologist . Patient and answered all of my questions and addressed my concerns . Extremely nice staff ; from the receptionist to the nurses , I was treated with understanding and compassion .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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CGB – Apr 17, 2020
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Dr G Patel is a very great Cardiologists in our town. He cares so much for his patients and will do all he can to treat your issues. I trust him with my entire family to keep us heart healthy! Great bedside manner and truly a great person!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 16, 2020
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In the times we are in today,it makes you think about the people who have become a important part of your life.At this time I would like to let Dr.Patel know how much he means to our family.You are a brilliant cardiologist, caring truly about every aspect of yout patients well being and overall health. You have a Great staff.You sir are truly a blessing to have for our doctor.Thank you for everything you have done for our family through the years. Sincerely The Tarrance family.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Pam Tarrance – Apr 09, 2020
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Dr. G. Patel is a phenomenal cardiologist. He is very knowledgeable and has excellent patient care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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D Temple – Apr 06, 2020
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My family couldn’t ask for a better team of professionals than the group at Cardiovascular and associates. Dr. Patel is, hands down, the best doctor we ever had. His abilities to truly listen and be empathetic to the needs of his patients are second to none. He’s a compassionate professional who genuinely cares about his patients and challenges them when necessary. We are truly blessed and thankful for Doctor Patel...my father had quadruple bypass over 16 years ago and is still alive today!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Janet – Apr 05, 2020
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Hideous
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Jul 26, 2019
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very friendly. explained all test and results in a way that we could understand. he was able to advise me on my healthcare needs without making me feel awkward or ashamed of my weight.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Dana James in rainbow city. a; – Jun 01, 2018
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Very good doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Gadsden, AL – Mar 15, 2017
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My father had open heart surgery and had to come to this doctor for special reasons. Patels assistant was so hateful and rude to him. Told him to shutup and that she would let him know when to talk. And my dad can't walk fast because he has a hurt foot and she was being rude about him not running doing a heart test. Would NEVER recommend him to anyone!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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MLH in Gadsden, Alabama – Apr 05, 2016
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The doctor never explained anything about my condition. I was always confused about what is going on. I was consistently getting a very good stress test results like 15 minutes of treadmill and reaching well over 150 bpm. I never felt anything wrong - exercising well and no symptoms at all. Just within few days of good stress test I was called in for a cath process and the doctor put a stent without any reason. I will not go to him again or recommend him to anybody.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Boaz, AL – Apr 01, 2016
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I had 3 heart stents placed by Dr. Patel, thinking I was only having a heart cath test.. Dr. Patel ask me after I had been drugged for the test did I want open heart or stents--no other options were afforded or given me such as would I like to talk with my son and wife or would I like a second opinion. I would not recommend Dr. Patel to anyone unless you want no options for their condition whatever they may be.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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Steve Mayben in Gadsden, AL – Feb 15, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Ghanshyam Patel, MD is a cardiologist in Gadsden, AL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Patel has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions, Interventional Cardiac Procedures, and Heart Conditions....read more
  • Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Victoria University Of Manchester / College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Women's Healthcare Professionals P.C.808 S 4th St Gadsden, AL 35901
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Grandview Medical Center

    3690 Grandview Pkwy
    Birmingham, AL 35243

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Riverview Regional Medical Center

    600 S 3rd St
    Gadsden, AL 35901
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    73%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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