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Dr. Vivek Patil, MD

Colorectal Surgery
4.4 (44)
Map Pin Small Bethesda, MD
Accepting new patients
21 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Vivek Patil, MD

Dr. Vivek Patil, MD is a Colorectal Surgery Specialist in Bethesda, MD. They specialize in Colorectal Surgery, has 21 years of experience, and is board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgery. They graduated from Georgetown University School Of Medicine and is affiliated with Suburban Hospital and Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Patil an average 4.4 star rating.

Dr. Patil works at Maryland Oncology - Bethesda Surgeon in Bethesda, MD with other offices in Rockville, MD. They frequently treat conditions like Anorectal Fistula along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem 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. Patil's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Maryland Oncology - Bethesda Surgeon
    6420 Rockledge Dr Ste 4200, Bethesda, MD 20817 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (240) 487-7522
  2. 2
    Maryland Oncology - Rockville Surgeon
    9905 Medical Center Dr Ste 301, Rockville, MD 20850 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (240) 487-7522

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  • Suburban Hospital
  • Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center

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    About Dr. Vivek Patil, MD

    Specialties
    • Colorectal Surgery
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 21 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1790942852
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Washington Hospital Center
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • Lenox Hill Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Georgetown University School Of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Georgetown University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Colon & Rectal Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Vivek Patil, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Patil is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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

    Dr. Patil has seen patients for Anorectal Fistula, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Patil on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    44 patients have reviewed Dr. Patil. The overall rating for this provider is 4.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Patil.

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