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Dr. Varun Patel, MD

Gastroenterology*
4.8 (23)
Map Pin Small Crystal River, FL
Accepting new patients

Overview of Dr. Varun Patel, MD

Dr. Varun Patel, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Crystal River, FL. They graduated from St. Georges University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Bravera Health Seven Rivers and HCA Florida Citrus Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Patel an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Patel works at Gastroenterology Associates in Crystal River, FL with other offices in Inverness, FL. They frequently treat conditions like Enteritis, Intestinal Diverticulosis and Gastrointestinal Bleeding along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Anthem and CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Patel's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Gastroenterology Associates
    6410 W Gulf To Lake Hwy, Crystal River, FL 34429 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (352) 563-2450
    Monday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Thursday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Friday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2
    Citrus Endoscopy and Surgery Center
    6412 W Gulf To Lake Hwy, Crystal River, FL 34429 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (352) 400-4459
    Monday
    07:30 - 15:00
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 15:00
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 15:00
    Thursday
    07:30 - 15:00
    Friday
    07:30 - 15:00
  3. 3
    Suncoast Endoscopy and Surgery Center
    3621 E Forest Dr, Inverness, FL 34453 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (352) 436-4368
  4. 4
    Gastroenterology Asso
    3653 E Forest Dr, Inverness, FL 34453 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (352) 563-2450
    Monday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Thursday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Friday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Saturday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Sunday
    08:30 - 16:30

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Bravera Health Seven Rivers
  • HCA Florida Citrus Hospital

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Enteritis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Constipation
Colorectal Polyp
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Hemorrhoids
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Abdominal Pain
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Anemia
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Barrett's Esophagus
Cirrhosis
Duodenal Ulcer
Dysphagia
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Esophagitis
Gallstones
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroptosis
Indigestion
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Ulcer
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Nausea
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Pancreatitis
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Splenomegaly
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Vomiting Disorders
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Manometry
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Acute Gastritis
All Types of Food Poisoning
Anal or Rectal Pain
Ascites
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Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bile Duct Obstruction
Biliary Cirrhosis
Celiac Disease
Cholangitis
Chronic Gastritis
Congenital Achalasia
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Crohn's Disease
Dehydration
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Duodenal Cancer
Duodenitis
Dysentery
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Food Allergy
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastrojejunal Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Heartburn
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatitis C
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Ischemic Colitis
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Malnutrition
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Peptic Ulcer
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Ulcer
Reflux Esophagitis
Stomal Ulcer
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin_Deficiency
Acid Reflux Surgery
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Gallbladder Scan
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Biopsy
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing
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    4.8
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    About Dr. Varun Patel, MD

    Specialties*
    • Gastroenterology

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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Gujarati
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    NPI Number
    • 1861832438
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • St. Georges University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Varun Patel, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Patel is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Patel has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Patel has seen patients for Enteritis, Intestinal Diverticulosis and Gastrointestinal Bleeding, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Patel on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    23 patients have reviewed Dr. Patel. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Patel.

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