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Dr. Pankaj Patel, MD

Dr. Pankaj Patel, MD

Gastroenterology*

Dr. Pankaj Patel, MD is a gastroenterologist in Sebring, FL. Dr. Patel has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders and Pancreatic Disease. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Highlands Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Dr. Patel is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Patel specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. See board certifications
  • Friendly StaffPatients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.

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Dr. Patel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Patel

3.6
24 ratings, 16 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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1 star
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Dr Patel has the best personality and patient interaction I have had in my 3 years in Sebring .. he talks to you in the office ( not just a nurse practitioner) talks to you before and after a procedure and actually cares about your health and welfare … Thank God I am one of his patients ! Thank you Dr Patel for your care and kindness .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Kathleen Hall – Dec 15, 2024
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great group of physicians!
I was a new patient and was given a prompt appointment. Had procedure scheduled in a timely manner. Dr Patel met with me after the procedure and gave me verbal and written description of what he found. He was very receptive to questions and I felt very comfortable with this new Doctor experience. Definitely glad I found him.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Nov 19, 2024
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Wonderful!
Between the staff and Dr. Patel this office was wonderful. Very helpful and knowledgeable. Copayment was collected up-front as expected, thoroughly happy with the service and will defiantly be back when I need another colonoscopy.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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May 30, 2024
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I have been seeing Dr Patel for 7 years. He is the best! I love him. He always gives me excellent care and networks with my Cancer Dr. Yellu. I feel confident in the care I received.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Eddie Diaz Flores – Mar 18, 2024
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Great Doctor! He was very patient with me and my husband...answered every question we had...the staff was so wonderful!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Mar 11, 2024
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Results
He found a tumor in my throat and didn’t do a biopsy they want me to come back to do it why would you not do the procedure then sounds like they want more money and they didn’t send results to my primary doctor I had to hand-deliver them to my doctor
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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May 27, 2023
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Waste of Time and still suffering.
They tell you their schedule is full until May for a test you really need. You start calling and leaving messages in May.......It's now November and I still have not had a response to any of my voicemails, and was told that I now need another visit before scheduling because it's been 6 months, and get nothing but attitude from the staff. After my endoscopy, Dr. Patel himself fat-shamed me, even after losing 50 pounds and continuing to lose. I do not recommend.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 01, 2022
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This was the best team of medical staff I have been around in a long time. I would love to have them around if I ever get sick again. The Doctor had been busy but still took the time to make me feel like I was the only patient there. The gentleman that took my initial information was terrific, he too made me feel like I was the first patient of the day. I loved visiting and if I need their service again I know I will be welcomed.”
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 22, 2021
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Very knowledgeable. Knew his specialty well. Had answers and solutions.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 01, 2021
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If you want to waste your time you've come to the right place.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Romney – Oct 25, 2020
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Have been going to Dr Patel for seven years. He is very professional and has an excellent reputation in highlands county. I have family and friends that have been going to him for years also. I'm always able to get in when needed when I have flare ups. I would highly recommend Dr. Patel.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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R Smith – Sep 27, 2020
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Can not recommend Dr. Patel. A joke of a gastrologist. Wasted my time with so many expensive test to tell me he did not know what I have. I then saw another local gastrologist who was able to treat my ibs. Dr. Patel does not know what he is doing and I wonder where he study.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Gabe in sebring – Apr 13, 2019
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I have been a patient of Dr. Patel for 10 years. Dr. Patel always takes the time to talk with me in detail about my medical issues during an appointment. He is knowledgeable, and I always feel that Dr. Patel has my best interests at heart.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Sabrina W. in Avon Park, FL – Nov 23, 2016
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Go with Dr. Thakkar instead. This doctor couldn't believe that I had diverticulitis at such a young age. He told me to not worry about it and eat normal. I informed him my primary doctor had an MRI performed on me and had diagnosed me. Dr. Patel said it was probably a misdiagnosis (without having inspected the MRI first). Dr Thakkar seems to be more thorough. I recommend him hands down over Patel.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Sebring, FL – Sep 27, 2016
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Intelligent, Professional, No Nonsense Dr. He is Concise and to the point. The treatment and care This Dr. provides is based on years of practical experience. In short if you like someone who tells it like it is with no sugar coating and provides the Best Medical care available anywhere, then this is the Dr. you are looking for. I deeply respect this man for his practicality and honor, the way he treats his patients. Thank You Sir For allowing me to be one of your Patients.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Rob Roy in Sebring, FL – Mar 25, 2016
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Recently was hospitalized with constant abdominal discomfort(3months),blood in stool that is also thin/elongated. Since I have no insurance the only way I could get the exam I needed was via E.R visit. I was admitted & waited 22 hours to see Dr. Patel, not being able to eat or drink anything but clear liquid(hell!). He finally arrived & spoke with me for 3 minutes. I expressed my concern that a more in-depth exam was necessary given my symptoms and family history of Colon cancer. He refused.
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
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Ryan in Lake Placid, FL – Mar 06, 2016
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Dr. Pankaj Patel, MD is a gastroenterologist in Sebring, FL. Dr. Patel has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders and Pancreatic Disease. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Highlands Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Gastroenterology

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Dr. Patel is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • HCA Florida Highlands Hospital

      3600 S Highlands Ave
      Sebring, FL 33870

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

      79%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% lower than the national average

      66%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      9% lower than the national average

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