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Overall rating
4.92
About Dr. Kalpana Patel
Dr. Kalpana Patel is a board-certified gastroenterologist with expertise in general gastroenterology, endoscopy, colonoscopy, and biliary procedures (ERCP). She completed her medical training at the University of Bombay, India, earning her Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) degree, before moving to the United States in 1992. Dr. Patel then completed her internship and residency in Internal Medicine at the Los Angeles County – University of Southern California Medical Center. She went on to complete her fellowship in Gastroenterology at the same institution.
Dr. Patel has a special interest in gastrointestinal procedures, including advanced endoscopy and colonoscopy, as well as proficiency in interpreting Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy. She is committed to providing patient-centered care and ensures her patients receive comprehensive, evidence-based treatment options for a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions.
Before joining United Medical Doctors in 2024, Dr. Patel had an extensive 24-year career at Long Beach Gastroenterology Associates, where she practiced from 2000 to 2024. She is board-certified in both Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology and maintains active memberships with the American Gastroenterological Association, the American College of Gastroenterology, the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, and the Indian Medical Association of Southern California.
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Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Acid reflux
Colonoscopy
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Diverticulosis (outpouchings) of intestine
Acute gastrointestinal bleeding
Acute hemorrhoids
Acid reflux
Colonoscopy
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Diverticulosis (outpouchings) of intestine
Office location
Dr. Kalpana Patel, MD also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- Gastroenterology (American Board of Internal Medicine)
Education and training
- Medical School - University of Mumbai, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
- University of Southern California Medical Center, Residency in Internal Medicine
- University of Southern California Medical Center, Internship in Internal Medicine
- University of Southern California Medical Center, Fellowship in Gastroenterology
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1285641233
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
4.92
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What practice does Dr. Kalpana Patel work with?
Dr. Kalpana Patel works with United Medical Doctors.
Where is Dr. Kalpana Patel's office located?
Dr. Kalpana Patel has 2 office locations in Long Beach, view full addresses on Dr. Patel's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kalpana Patel have?
Dr. Kalpana Patel is certified by Gastroenterology (American Board of Internal Medicine).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Kalpana Patel?
Dr. Kalpana Patel frequently sees patients for Abdominal Pain, Colonoscopy, Diarrhea, Gastroenterology Consultation, and Illness. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Kalpana Patel on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Kalpana Patel speak?
Dr. Kalpana Patel speaks English.