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Dr. Rajat Parikh, MD

Dr. Rajat Parikh, MD

Gastroenterology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Rajat Parikh, MD is a gastroenterologist in Birmingham, AL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Parikh has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease, Gastrointestinal Disorders, and Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF LONDON / FACULTY OF MEDICINE / SAINT GEORGE'S HOSPITAL MEDICAL SCHOOL in 2004. He is affiliated with medical facilities Brookwood Baptist Medical Center and Grandview Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 38 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (38 reviews)

Practice

1 Independence Plz Birmingham, AL 35209
Telehealth available

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Dr. Parikh is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Parikh specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
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Dr. Parikh's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Parikh

4.6
38 ratings, 23 with a written review
5 star
87%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
3%
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1 star
8%
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He was so understanding and wants to find out my problem not put a bandaid on it!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Wanda Collins – Apr 08, 2025
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Satisfied
Doctor on time. Takes time to listen. Asks appropriate questions. Seems to genuinely care and knows personal details.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Feb 25, 2025
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I trust him , believe in his treatment & diagnosis
Telehealth
Time & details he gave me
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Don Yeager – Feb 19, 2025
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Always a friendly staff. Dr. Parikh is doctor with a smile who listens to a patient’s concerns and also offers non surgical approaches to resolve health issues.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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John McNamara – Jan 28, 2025
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He was very thorough and personable. Had a great bedside manner. Answered all our questions and explain everything.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Jerry Abraham – Jan 24, 2025
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Highly recommend Dr Parikh, I trust him fully!
Very professional
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Dec 24, 2024
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Exceptional service
Dr. Parikh's thorough review of my test results. The suggestions and solutions to my issues. And the concern and the knowledge he displayed. I had no doubt about his expertise in his field. I am so very thankful to have Dr. Parikh as my physician.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Patricia Whitfield – Dec 20, 2024
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He was very good at explaining the procedure. Answered all questions so they were easy to understand.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Excellent! – Nov 05, 2024
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GI Guru
Dr Parikh is friendly and professional. Wait times are short.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Sep 19, 2024
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Dr. Parikh and his staff were very friendly and professional on my first visit to his office.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Sep 17, 2024
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Best visit EVER!! Dr. Parikh is AWESOME!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Judy Mccreary – Sep 09, 2024
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The wait is never long. Dr. Parikh , as usual, was thorough, pleasant and competent.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Jul 09, 2024
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He made me feel so comfortable.
I felt very comfortable to express my feelings. He really cares about my health.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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May 08, 2024
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Great Care of His Patients
He is very caring and compassionate. He listens carefully to what the patient tells him about what the they tell him their symptoms are. He asks questions and evaluates. He never rush’s the patient and takes into consideration the individual’s personal concerns about certain medications-eg. side effects, etc. He also will patiently explain medical issues to clarify understanding. He is a great doctor that has been helping my husband and myself for years.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Janet Waters – May 02, 2024
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Great Dr!
Best GI Doctor around.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Apr 30, 2024
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I was referred to Dr. Parikh several years ago by my hemotologist. Dr. Parikh and staff have always been extremely supportive and helpful. Any time I have a question, I can either call or go to my portal. They will get back in touch with me that day depending on what time I left message. I have recommended my husband, daughter and son-in-law to him. My family just loves him, his patience and understanding. I'm so glad I was referred to him.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Sheryl Anderson Sommons – Apr 30, 2024
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Responsive Attention to Need for Diagnosis
I had an acute episode of severe GI pain and weight loss over a few months. My regular providers could not get me in to see them yet this was urgent. Dr Parikh saw me within weeks, reviewed my records, immediately investigated and confirmed a diagnosis of Crohn’s disease.He was tolerant of my mistrust, fear, and anger about the providers who failed to adequately follow up on prior imaging studies showing Crohn's. Dr Parikh was caring and responsive, always calling back about results and concerns. I transferred my care because my symptoms mostly manifested as joint pain and a facility that said they offered comprehensive Crohn’s care had an open appointment after many months of waiting, I miss Dr. Parikh and often wonder if I should have stayed. The infusion facility was also stellar.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Beverly Hogan – Mar 16, 2024
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Very bad office staff!
My husband has been a patient of Dr. Parik for several years. He was originally referred to him for chronic diarrhea after losing 45 lbs in a short period of time. After many tests over the years, he has been unable to find a reason and the diarrhea is only JUST controlled by taking prescription meds four times a day. Last week my husband realized that his prescription was about to expire two weeks before his scheduled appointment, so he called the office for a refill. The next afternoon (Friday) the prescription still hadn’t been sent to his pharmacy so he called Dr. Parik’s office. He was told that they would not call in a prescription because he didn’t have an appointment. They had cancelled his appointment and no one called to tell him or to reschedule. Of course the doctor was gone for the weekend so nothing can be done until Monday. This is not the first or even second time something like this has happened and my husband will NOT be returning.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
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Anonymous – Jan 08, 2024
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He is one of the best doctors around in my opinion. I am very thankful for Dr. Parikh and his staff. He listens and does not rush you in and out.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Debra – Feb 04, 2021
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Dr. Parikh is very thorough. He listens and takes notes throughout your visit. When it comes to testing; not only does he review the results, but he notifies other specialists, that you may have, of his concerns to ensure you are receiving the best overall care possible. He treats his patients how he would like to be treated. I would highly recommend Dr. Parikh for your care. I see him and have my Mother as his patient, as well.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Diana Baird – Sep 09, 2019
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Dr. Rajat Parikh, MD is a gastroenterologist in Birmingham, AL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Parikh has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease, Gastrointestinal Disorders, and Esophageal Disorders. He graduated...read more
  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of London / Faculty Of Medicine / Saint George's Hospital Medical School

    Medical School, 2004
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
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Dr. Parikh is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office1 Independence Plz Birmingham, AL 35209
    1
    Universal Health Services7191 Cahaba Valley Rd Hoover, AL 35242
    2
    Office3686 Grandview Pkwy Ste 620 Birmingham, AL 35243
    3

    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
    • Brookwood Baptist Medical Center

      2010 Brookwood Medical Ctr Dr
      Birmingham, AL 35209
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

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

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower 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
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