Vimalkumar Patel, MD
Pulmonology/Critical Care
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About Vimalkumar Patel, MD
He is trained in advanced pulmonary procedures such as bronchoscopy, endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS), navigational bronchoscopy for diagnosing lung nodules, thoracentesis, paracentesis, and ultrasound-guided pleurX catheter placement. His specialized training in navigational bronchoscopy enables minimally invasive evaluation and treatment planning for patients with lung nodules and suspected lung cancer.
Dr. Patel is committed to patient-centered, evidence-based, and compassionate care. He emphasizes clear communication, shared decision-making, and continuity of care from the ICU to the outpatient clinic. He works closely with patients, families, and the care team to improve outcomes and enhance quality of life, with a strong focus on early intervention, education, and strategies to reduce the long-term impact of chronic illness.
His healthcare career began as a pharmacy technician, an experience that inspired his interest in medicine. Dr. Patel earned his medical degree from St. George's University School of Medicine, completed his internal medicine residency in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and pursued fellowship training in pulmonary and critical care medicine in Syracuse, New York. He was drawn to the field for its blend of scientific expertise and patient-focused care—providing life-saving treatments in the ICU and long-term support for chronic conditions in the clinic.
Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Patel enjoys history podcasts, spending time with his daughter and family, and contributing to the hospital community. He actively serves on several hospital committees, helping shape policies and improve systems of care to benefit both patients and the healthcare team.
- Specialty
- Pulmonology/Critical Care
- Gender
- Male
- Languages
- English, Hindi, Gujarati
Education
Expertise
Patient Reviews for Vimalkumar Patel, MD
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Great doctor one of the best.
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Dr. Patel is excellant in his field. The family feels confident with him.
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Dr. Patel aways explained everything to me very well.
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My wife and I was very pleased with Dr. Patel and how he handled our concerns
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I appreciate Dr Patel. Such an nice informative doctor.
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Always a good, easy experience.
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Very, very happy with the care provided by Dr. Patel, have very comfortable relationship with him. He seems concerned and interested in current problems and discusses all options available to treat problems.
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Extremely nice and well informed. Our first visit
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Very efficient, knowledgeable and kind provider.
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I was very scared and the Dr and nurse were kind, friendly and informative
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Dr. Patel was great, as always he is very compassionate and keeps finding ways to help me
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The Doctor was excellent explaining the problem she has and gave us recommendations to make it better for here asthma.
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He seemed very interested in my issues
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I was totally unprepared for this appointment I had moved since the last appointment and missed my sleep study didn't get my prescription picked up. There was no judging and he made it easier for me to b get these things accomplished. I was prepared to be scolded a bit and right l so but he didn't at all. I think that made me feel even more guilty for wasting his time. He even assured me I wasn't waisting his time. Very kind and great bedside manor
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Dr. Patel was very interested in diagnosing me and spent time explaining what was going on with me. Very impressed with how he helped me.
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I like Dr Patel he sat and listen to me It means a lot for a Dr to take time If someone would need a Dr I'd send them to him the nurses were very good
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Dr. Patel was wonderful. He was polite, compassionate and explained things in simple, understandable terms.
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I was very impressed by Dr. Patel. He is the most authentic and personable doctor I have probably ever been around.
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He is a caring and very professional I would like to continue with his help on my medical needs
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I was very impressed with my doctor.
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I really like Dr Patel.
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Dr. Patel is one of the most outstanding providers I have ever encountered. He is so informative and concerned that my wife and I understand all the information. He takes the time we need, explains things very well and includes us in decisions of a plan. He is an outstanding provider.
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Dr. Patel was very professional and treated me in kind. Explained disease and treatments available to consider.
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I can not emphasize enough how impressed I was with my visit with Dr. Patel. He provided a detailed, visual and very understandable review of the lung CT, findings, and options. He never made me feel rushed and he was very caring.
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Dr. Patel is one of the best doctors I've ever had. So compassionate and always seems interested in what you say. Never feel like he's hurrying me on.
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I felt validated in expressing my symptoms and he was a very good listener.
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I am very happy with my care giver.
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Dr. Patel was very thorough in his explanations.
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Dr. Patel was very informative and helpful he clearly cares about his patients! I definitely will refer him to other people.
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He seemed in a hurry, however he did answer my questions.
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Very kind and empathetic, no judgment at all. He understood the stress in my life without question.
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I'm very fortunate to have such quality healthcare providers available to me!
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Dr. Patel was a very good listener and recommended accordingly.
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This was the first time I have been to this particular dr. I felt very comfortable with him.
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Excellent doctor
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I was very impressed by Dr Patel.
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Doctors seemed too busy to deal with me and my care.
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Good job keep up the good work. !