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Akin A. Patel, MD
Optum Provider
Specialty
Hematology & Oncology
Languages
English, Gujarati, Hindi
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The service I’ve received from Dr. Patel has been very exceptional. He is caring and took the time to listen and figure things out to assist his patience.
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I have confidence in him as my physician. I am comfortable with him. He's very knowledgeable and professional.
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Patient, courteous, professional.
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Obviously this doctor is brilliant and thoroughly committed to his field. His care and concern for patients is reassuring.
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He came to see me at the ER in northwell. He called a few times before visiting but I couldn’t answer.
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Dr. Patel has provided excellent care whenever my primary oncologist has been unavailable. He is knowledgeable, compassionate, and takes the time to listen to my concerns and answer my questions.
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Dr Patel was very nice and explained everything in great detail. He spent a lot of time going over things and I left feeling good about the appointment.
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Very caring and knowledgeable Dr. Very easy to talk to.
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He was wonderful during my appointment. However 10 days later I'm still waiting to hear from him regarding my test results. I specifically said I wanted to hear from him regardless of what the test results were.
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I met Dr. Patel for the first time on my last visit as Dr. Garcia was ill. He is very competent and understood my condition and reason for the follow up visit. He informed me about a problem I may be having and suggested I have a follow-up visit with Dr. Garcia in three months
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He is one of the best doctors I have ever met. Extremely nice. Very knowledgeable and spent a great deal of time explaining everything to me. Would highly recommend him.
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Dr. Patel made me feel comfortable and at ease from my first visit with him. He asked me pointed questions and clearly explained what he thought could be going on and what the process would be after a clear diagnosis and what treatment would be.
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Dr. Patel is an excellent doctor! I have already recommended him to many people! In addition to being highly educated and always very current with knowledge about all medical topics, he is so kind, caring and patient. He also is a great listener and never rushes an appointment!
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Because he explained everything in patient’s language
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He was very professional and explained everything to me.
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Excellent doctor
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One of the best doctors I have ever had and a caring person. He put my wellbeing first and made sure I understood what was going on every step of my journey. Always checks on how I am doing.
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Pleasant and addressed my concerns
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Kind,caring, compassionate speaks and explains without speaking down to you, with great respect
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Great doctor very helpful
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About Akin A. Patel, MD
Dr. Akin A. Patel is an internist with advanced training in hematology and oncology. He completed residency and chief residency at New York Presbyterian Queens and fellowship training at the University of Florida. He has cared for diverse patient populations across multiple regions.Philosophy of care
Dr. Patel believes listening closely is essential to delivering safe, transparent, and compassionate care.Gender
Male
Board certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine
Licenses
NY, 301595
Employed or contracted
Employed
Network Name
ProHealth
NPI
1336593938
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Insurance Accepted
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- 1199
- Aetna
- Affinity
- Anthem BCBS
- CHN
- Centivo
- Cigna
- Coventry
- EmblemHealth
- First Health
- Humana
- MagnaCare
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- MultiPlan
- NYSHIP
- Northwell Direct
- Oscar
- Oxford
- TRICARE
- UHC
- UMR
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