Dr. Kershaw Patel, MD

Dr. Kershaw Patel, MD

Cardiologist
6550 Fannin St, Ste 1901, Houston, TX
Dr. Kershaw Patel earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. He completed his internal medicine residency training at the University of Chicago. Dr. Patel then completed a fellowship in cardiovascular disease at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. In addition, he was a postdoctoral research fellow in the National Institute of Health T32 Cardiovascular Training Program during his time at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Upon completion of fellowship, Dr. Patel started his clinical and academic career at Houston Methodist DeBakey Heart and Vascular Center. Dr. Patel’s research interests include prevention of cardiovascular disease using novel screening strategies. He has been particularly focused on heart failure prevention among individuals with diabetes, obesity, and other cardiometabolic risk factors.
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.96

Average wait time

4.70

Bedside manner

5.00

About Dr. Kershaw Patel

Dr. Kershaw Patel earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. He completed his internal medicine residency training at the University of Chicago. Dr. Patel then completed a fellowship in cardiovascular disease at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. In addition, he was a postdoctoral research fellow in the National Institute of Health T32 Cardiovascular Training Program during his time at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Upon completion of fellowship, Dr. Patel started his clinical and academic career at Houston Methodist DeBakey Heart and Vascular Center. Dr. Patel’s research interests include prevention of cardiovascular disease using novel screening strategies. He has been particularly focused on heart failure prevention among individuals with diabetes, obesity, and other cardiometabolic risk factors.

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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.
Chronic high blood pressure
Coronary Artery Disease
Atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter
Heart failure
High cholesterol
Chronic high blood pressure
Coronary Artery Disease
Atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter
Heart failure

Office location

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Houston Methodist DeBakey Cardiology Associates
6550 Fannin St, Ste 1901, Houston, TX 77030

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine
  • Cardiovascular Disease (American Board of Internal Medicine)

Education and training

  • Medical School - University of Texas Medical Branch, Doctor of Medicine
  • University of Texas, Austin (Bachelor's)
  • University of Chicago, Residency in Internal Medicine
  • University of Texas, Southwestern, Fellowship in Cardiology

Professional memberships

  • American College of Cardiology
  • American Heart Association

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1215375019

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.96
Wait time
4.70
Bedside manner
5.00
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Where is Dr. Kershaw Patel's office located?

Dr. Kershaw Patel has 2 office locations in Houston, view full addresses on Dr. Patel's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Kershaw Patel have?

Dr. Kershaw Patel is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease (American Board of Internal Medicine).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Kershaw Patel?

Dr. Kershaw Patel frequently sees patients for Cardiology Consultation , Cardiovascular Screening Visit, Chest Pain, ECG / EKG Testing, and High Blood Pressure / Hypertension. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Kershaw Patel on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Kershaw Patel speak?

Dr. Kershaw Patel speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Kershaw Patel in reviews?

33 patients have reviewed Dr. Kershaw Patel. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.96/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.7/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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