Dr. Umesh A Patel, MD
Cardiology*•Male•Age 68
Cardiology*
Dr. Umesh A Patel, MD is a cardiology specialist in Covington, LA and has over 44 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University College London, University Of London, School Of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Saint Tammany Parish Hospital and Lakeview Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
Accepting new patients
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Make an appointment at Saint Tammany Parish Hospital today at (985) 273-5879.
These providers are on the medical staff of Saint Tammany Parish Hospital.
Dr. Patel is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology
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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Patel
4.6
| 5 Star | 89% | 89% |
| 4 Star | 1% | 1% |
| 3 Star | 1% | 1% |
| 2 Star | 3% | 3% |
| 1 Star | 6% | 6% |
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Patel to family and friends is 4.647887 out of 5
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Specialties*
- Cardiology
- Nuclear Cardiology
- Cardiovascular Nuclear Radiology
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Board Certifications
Tulane University|TULANE UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA
Fellowship Hospital, 1989
Tulane University Hospital and Clinics
Internship Hospital, 1985
University College London, University Of London, School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1979
- English
- Gujarati
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
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Please call the office to learn more. (985) 871-4155
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What is Dr. Umesh A Patel, MD's office address?
Dr. Patel's office is located at 39 Starbrush Cir, Covington, LA 70433. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
What languages does Dr. Umesh A Patel, MD speak?
Dr. Umesh A Patel, MD is fluent in 2 languages: English and Gujarati.
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hospital awards
Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
5% higher than the national average
7% higher than the national average
How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
4% higher than the national average
Compare with other Cardiology Specialists
Compare Dr. Patel with our nearby Cardiology Specialists at Saint Tammany Parish Hospital.
Make an appointment at Saint Tammany Parish Hospital today at (985) 273-5879.
These providers are on the medical staff of Saint Tammany Parish Hospital.
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