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Dr. Samir Patel, MD

Dr. Samir Patel, MD

Gastroenterology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Samir Patel, MD is a gastroenterologist in Oak Lawn, IL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Patel has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease and Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from INDIANA UNIVERSITY / BLOOMINGTON in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Advocate Christ Medical Center and Palos Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 64 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (64 reviews)

Practice

9921 Southwest Hwy Oak Lawn, IL 60453
Telehealth available

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Dr. Patel is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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Dr. Patel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Patel

4.8
64 ratings, 57 with a written review
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COMPASSIONATE and HIGHLY SKILLED
Very attentive and caring.Explained procedure and what I could expect. Knowledgeable and simply one of the best physicians in the United States. Thank you Dr.Patel
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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C.Kimmons – Apr 19, 2024
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Wonderful Doctor
Dr Patel is always kind, informative and professional.
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
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Nov 12, 2022
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Great patient care
Had colonoscopy with Dr Patel. He has great bedside manners and is very good at explaining issues. Very skillful at what he does.
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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MG – Oct 20, 2022
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EGD/Colonoscopy
Dr Patel and his staff were very professional and thorough in preparing me for these procedures.
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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Oct 11, 2022
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Prostate ,column test
Very friendly and easy test , appoint On time.
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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Sep 20, 2022
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The procedure all went well. Everything was organized perfectly.
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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Ernie Wulff – Sep 20, 2022
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I have been a patient of Dr. Patel‘s for over 20 years and very satisfied. Always friendly and professional with a witty sense of humor.
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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Sep 10, 2022
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Had two procedures with Dr Patel and highly recomm
I saw Dr Patel 11 years apart for two procedures. Was out of area for and used a different doctor for one procedure in the middle years. There was no comparison to the comfort, professionalism, and efficiency that I received. I highly recommend Dr Patel without reservation. Most people are sedated during these procedures, but I refuse the sedation, so I speak with conscious awareness. Thank you, Dr. Patel.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Robert – Aug 31, 2022
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Taylor
My experience with Dr Patel was great. Good interaction before and after the procedure.
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
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Aug 06, 2022
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Explained everything very well and told me exactly what to expect was in and out very quickly very friendly staff and very knowledgeable would recommend him and his staff 100%
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
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daniel bekavac – Jul 26, 2022
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Very good doctor
Very good Gastroenterologist!!
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
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Jul 26, 2022
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Great job
My visit was great , i was treated with dignity and respect. Every one involved with my procedure was, very personal and professional. I was a little afraid, but they made me feel like everything was going to be alright and it was . Dr.Patel is a great Dr. with a great team.
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
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Sharae Ellis – Jul 20, 2022
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Made me feel at ease
Great
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
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Debra muniz – Jul 12, 2022
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Dr. Patel was wonderful! Had my first visit with him after decades of severe constipation and stomach issues. He Sat, explained things to me, and setting up tests. So knowledgeable and finally feel I will get the treatment that I need to help me! Wonderful wonderful Doctor would recommend to anyone anytime! Great staff, Pam is wonderful and so kind too. Thank you 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Patti G. – Jun 08, 2022
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Exceptional First Visit
I’m the type that hates going to see the doctor but I just switch health plans and he was assigned my colonoscopy which I’ve been putting off for years (don’t do this). Dr Patel has EXCELLENT bedside manners. He’s polite, patient and understanding. He explains everything plainly and takes his time to make sure you understand.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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New Patient/Fan – May 25, 2022
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Exceptional with and Outstanding Staff
Dr. Samir Patel is an EXCEPTIONAL doctor who exhibits impeccable bedside manners! He is very smart, passionate about his patients, and he doesn’t talk down to people. He explains things in a very concise manner. He is direct but in a respectful way. I have been his patient since 2014. When I first saw him, I was very nervous as I was experiencing some colon issues. He held my hand prior to me receiving anesthesia and made me feel at ease. I had the colonoscopy without any complications. Today, 5/18/2022, I had my routine colonoscopy. Nothing has changed about Dr. Patel. He is still a wonderful doctor! A few things that are really impressive are his staff, each time I visit him my husband is with me and Dr. Patel never treats him as if he is a fixture in the room, he talks to both of us, and he answers any questions my husband has, after the procedure he always give me my medical report with photos, and he has a sense of humor. If I could give him 100 stars I would.
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
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Pamella Seaton – May 19, 2022
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Colonoscopy
Prior to my procedure, Dr Patel spoke with me and apprised me of the course of action, time and other details. He was cordial and professional before and after.
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
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Wayne Young – May 11, 2022
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Great visit everything went well, would definitely recommend Dr Patel
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Keith Dwanye Hamilton – May 10, 2022
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It was my first colonoscopy and Dr. Patel came in to my room and introduced himself, explained the procedure, and put my mind at ease. I would definitely recommend Dr. Patel.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
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Mary G. – Apr 29, 2022
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Did my colonoscopy, called me personally a few days before. Day of came in and talked and then after procedure visited before I left. Such a wonderful caring physician.
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
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SC – Apr 19, 2022
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Dr. Samir Patel, MD is a gastroenterologist in Oak Lawn, IL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Patel has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease and Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from INDIANA UNIVERSITY / BLOOMINGTON...read more
  • Gastroenterology

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  • Indiana University / Bloomington

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
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    Locations

    Practice

    Midwest Center for Digestive Health SC9921 Southwest Hwy Oak Lawn, IL 60453
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    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 12:00pm - 6:00pm
      • Tue: 12:00pm - 5:30pm
      • Fri: 12:00pm - 6:00pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    OSF Healthcare Little Company of Mary Medical Center2800 W 95th St Evergreen Park, IL 60805
    2

    Practice

    Illinois Gastroenterology Group10758 W 167th St Orland Park, IL 60467
    3
    Advanced Endoscopic Anesthesia SC1415 S Arlington Heights Rd Arlington Heights, IL 60005
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Advocate Christ Medical Center

      4440 W 95th St
      Oak Lawn, IL 60453
      Recipient of 27
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025)

      Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

      View all awards

      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

      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

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    • Palos Community Hospital

      12251 S 80th Ave
      Palos Heights, IL 60463
      Recipient of 7
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

      Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

      View all 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

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • OSF Little Company of Mary Medical Center

      2800 W 95th St
      Evergreen Park, IL 60805
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

      View all awards

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

      80%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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