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Dr. Santosh Patel, MD

Dr. Santosh Patel, MD

Vitreoretinal Disease & Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Santosh Patel, MD is a vitreoretinal disease specialist in Desoto, TX and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical College of Pa in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Plano and Methodist Charlton Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

2625 Bolton Boone Dr Desoto, TX 75115
(972) 599-9098

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Patel specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Patel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Patel

3.8

20 ratings, 13 with a written review
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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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Joanne Broughton in Princeton,Texas – Jun 05, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Linda Keo – Jan 13, 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
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Jun 23, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Claire F. – Jan 31, 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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Jun 03, 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
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Jim Randlett in Allen, TX – Nov 20, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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S.L. in Dallas, Texas – Oct 28, 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
5 people found this helpful
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William Strand in Dallas, TX – May 16, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
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
2 people found this helpful
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TB in Mckinney, TX – Apr 13, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
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Lilly S in Plano, TX – Apr 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
2 people found this helpful
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Rebecca Howe in Forney, TX – Mar 19, 2017
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What went well
  • 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 Conklin in Plano, TX – Mar 17, 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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
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JMR in Plano, TX – Dec 29, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Santosh Patel, MD is a vitreoretinal disease specialist in Desoto, TX and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical College of Pa in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities Baylor Scott & White Medical...read more

  • Vitreoretinal Disease & Surgery

  • Ophthalmology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of California

    Fellowship Hospital, 2002

  • Grater Baltimore Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2000

  • Wilmer Eye Inst Johns Hopkins

    Residency Hospital, 2000

  • St. Mary's Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1997

  • Medical College Of Pa

    Medical School, 1996

  • Lehigh University

    Undergraduate School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Robert E. Torti MD PA2625 Bolton Boone Dr Desoto, TX 75115
1
North Dallas Retina PA10740 N Central Expy Ste 100 Dallas, TX 75231
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Practice

Office1706 Preston Park Blvd Plano, TX 75093
3
Office1011 N Highway 77 Ste 103A Waxahachie, TX 75165
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Plano

    4700 Alliance Blvd
    Plano, TX 75093
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

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

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

    86%
    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

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Methodist Charlton Medical Center

    3500 W Wheatland Rd
    Dallas, TX 75237
    Recipient of 4
    hospital 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

    78%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    11% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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