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Dr. Dhruval Patel, MD

Dr. Dhruval Patel, MD

Nephrology*

Dr. Dhruval Patel, MD is a nephrologist in Newark, DE. Dr. Patel has extensive experience in Glomerulonephritis & Nephropathy and Nephrological Conditions. He is affiliated with medical facilities Christiana Hospital and Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 50 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (50 reviews)

Practice

400 Christiana Medical Ctr Newark, DE 19702
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(302) 722-8800

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Patel is affiliated with Christiana Hospital Newark, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Patel specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Nephrology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Patel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Patel

4.5

50 ratings, 32 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
10%
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 26, 2023
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Cole – Aug 05, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Apr 03, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Irene – Jun 19, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Ann M – Jun 19, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Evangelista Santiago – Mar 03, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Bill T – Feb 29, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Maria S. – Feb 29, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Pastor Clarence Walker – Jun 18, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 04, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Gjk in Wilmington – Jun 29, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Wilmington, DE – Jun 09, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Carmen DeAngelis in Newark, DE – May 20, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Newark, DE – May 18, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Eugene Scott in Wilmington, DE – May 05, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lino Santiago in Wilmington, DE – May 05, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Newark, DE – Apr 22, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Joyce Ennis dyer in Wilmington, DE – Apr 19, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Robert in Newark, DE – Apr 15, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Michael in Newark, DE – Apr 15, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Personalized care for kidney disease patients. 

biography

Dr Patel completed medical education in India. He received prestigious National scholarship award from Government of India for his excellent academic performance. He completed internal medicineresidency from Monmouth Medical center, NJ- Affiliate...read more

  • Nephrology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Suny Upstate Medical University Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital

  • B. J. Medical College (bjmc)

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Nephrology
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Locations

Practice

Prabhakar Medical LLC400 Christiana Medical Ctr Newark, DE 19702
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions
Affinity Womens Health LLC1021 Gilpin Ave Ste 203 Wilmington, DE 19806
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Office600 Delaware Ave Wilmington, DE 19801
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Practice

Nephrology Consultants PA2006 Limestone Rd Ste 7 Wilmington, DE 19808
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Christiana Hospital

    4755 Ogletown Stanton Rd
    Newark, DE 19718
    Recipient of 24
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus

    640 S State St
    Dover, DE 19901
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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