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Dr. Vishal Patel, MD

Dr. Vishal Patel, MD

Psychiatrist
CA
4.91
“Dr. Patel is a top notch psychiatrist and was able to explain to me in detail about my pharmacology. I'm glad I reached out to him. Very nice and warm. Thank you. ”
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Highly recommended
95% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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Overall rating

4.91

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

4.82
“Dr. Patel is a top notch psychiatrist and was able to explain to me in detail about my pharmacology. I'm glad I reached out to him. Very nice and warm. Thank you. ”
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About Dr. Vishal Patel

Focus areas

Anxiety
Depression
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Medication Management
Psychiatry Consultation
Bipolar Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Vishal Patel

An in-person visit may be required depending on your treatment needs, such as certain prescriptions. Your clinician will work with you to determine an appropriate treatment plan. Dr. Vishal Patel is a board-certified adult psychiatrist. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Patel completed both his internship and residency training at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center. He is guided by psychodynamic and mindfulness-based approaches and believes in collaboration, patient-centered treatment, and finding the right balance between acceptance and the desire for change.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety
Anxiety Disorder
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Panic Attack
Panic Disorder
Psychiatry Consultation
Sleep Problems
Anxiety
Anxiety Disorder
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)

Education and training

  • Medical School - University of Pennsylvania, Doctor of Medicine
  • NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital / Weill Cornell Medical Center (Internship)
  • NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital / Weill Cornell Medical Center (Residency)

NPI number

1225292642

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.91
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
4.82
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Frequently asked questions

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Is Dr. Vishal Patel accepting new patients?

Dr. Vishal Patel generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Patel's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Vishal Patel online?

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Which board certifications does Dr. Vishal Patel have?

Dr. Vishal Patel is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).

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

Dr. Vishal Patel frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychiatry Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Vishal Patel on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Vishal Patel speak?

Dr. Vishal Patel speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Vishal Patel in reviews?

44 patients have reviewed Dr. Vishal Patel. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.91/5. They have a 4.82/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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