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Dr. Kanaiyalal Patel, MD

Dr. Kanaiyalal Patel, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Kanaiyalal Patel, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Greenbelt, MD and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Patel has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions, Otologic Conditions & Procedures, and Sleep Apnea. He graduated from University of Calcutta / B.S. Medical College in 1973. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center and University of MD Capital Region Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 47 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (47 reviews)

Practice

7235 Hanover Pkwy Ste B Greenbelt, MD 20770
Telehealth available
(301) 441-3122

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Patel specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Patel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Patel

3.9

47 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
4%
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
1 person found this helpful
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Santiago – Nov 09, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Joe3rd – Dec 18, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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May 21, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
3 people found this helpful
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Feb 05, 2018
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What went well
No results
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
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
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College Park, MD – Jul 11, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Neel in Lanham, MD – May 30, 2017
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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SGreenleaf in Odenton, MD – Mar 24, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Bethesda, MD – Mar 10, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
U.C in Upper Marlboro, MD – May 24, 2016
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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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
D. Clark in Upper Marlboro MD – Feb 25, 2016
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Washington – Jan 26, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Kanu Patel is an experienced and dedicated otolaryngologist in Greenbelt, MD. He is an expert in minimally-invasive sinus surgery, head and neck surgery, surgery for sleep apnea, and is also board certified in sleep medicine. Dr. Kanu Patel...read more

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

  • Sleep Medicine

  • Sleep Medicine Otolaryngology

  • Pediatric Sleep Medicine

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  • Georgetown University Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital

  • University Of Calcutta / B.s. Medical College

    Medical School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
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Otolaryngology†
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
†Self designated 
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More than three years ago
Maryland Board of Physicians

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Locations

Practice

Office7235 Hanover Pkwy Ste B Greenbelt, MD 20770
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center

    2001 Medical Pkwy
    Annapolis, MD 21401
    Recipient of 22
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center

    11890 Healing Way
    Silver Spring, MD 20904

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    74%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Atlantic General Hospital

    9733 Healthway Dr
    Berlin, MD 21811

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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