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Dr. Vivek Patel, MD
Internal Medicine*
3.6 (25)
Lexington, KY
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40 years of experience
Offers telehealth
Overview of Dr. Vivek Patel, MD
Dr. Vivek Patel, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Lexington, KY. They specialize in Internal Medicine, has 40 years of experience. They graduated from B. J. Medical College (BJMC) and is affiliated with Clark Regional Medical Center and University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Patel an average 3.6 star rating.
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Dr. Patel's Office Locations
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Lexington Veterans Affairs Medical Center1101 Veterans Dr, Lexington, KY 40502 Directions (859) 281-4900
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Franklin R Sousley Campus2250 Leestown Rd, Lexington, KY 40511 Directions (859) 233-4511
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- Clark Regional Medical Center
- University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital
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About Dr. Vivek Patel, MD
Specialties*
- Internal Medicine
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Years of Experience
- 40 years of experience
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Languages Spoken
- English
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NPI Number
- 1073695631
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Education & Certifications
Medical Education
- B. J. Medical College (BJMC)
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