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Dr. Rakesh Patel, DO

Dr. Rakesh Patel, DO

Rheumatology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Rakesh Patel, DO is a rheumatologist in Salisbury, NC and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2001. He is affiliated with Novant Health Rowan Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

2.3 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 2.3 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Locations

Rowan Diagnostic Clinic PA

Rowan Diagnostic Clinic PA611 Mocksville Ave Salisbury, NC 28144
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At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Patel specializes in the area of Rheumatology. See board certifications
  • Good CommunicationPatients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Patel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Patel

2.3

13 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
23%
23%
4 Star
8%
8%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
15%
15%
1 Star
54%
54%

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What went well
  • 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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Roseann Wilson – Mar 22, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Mar 16, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
1 person found this helpful
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new patient – Jul 15, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 21, 2017
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Bill in Rockwell, NC – May 03, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Rakesh Patel, DO is a rheumatologist in Salisbury, NC and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2001. He is affiliated with Novant Health Rowan Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
  • Rheumatology

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  • Umass Mc

    Fellowship Hospital, 2006
  • Umass Mc

    Residency Hospital, 2004
  • Umass Mc

    Internship Hospital, 2002
  • University Of New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Rheumatology
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Novant Health Rowan Medical Center

    612 Mocksville Ave
    Salisbury, NC 28144

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

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

    4% higher than the national average

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