Summary

Dr. Vijay Patel specializes in thoracic surgery, focusing on complex procedures involving the chest, lungs, and heart. They completed medical school at the University of Texas in Houston and went on to complete their residency training at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Patel speaks English and brings specialized expertise to cardiac and thoracic surgical care.

Dr. Patel practices at multiple locations throughout Augusta, Georgia, including Augusta University Cardiac Surgery and the AU Health Cardiovascular Center. They are affiliated with Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center and provides care for patients with coronary artery disease and heart muscle conditions. Their surgical expertise includes chest imaging procedures and advanced cardiac treatments. Patients have given Dr. Patel an average rating of 3.7 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 40 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations

Office Locations

Dr. Vijay S Patel has 5 locations

Augusta University Cardiac Surgery

1003 Chafee AveAugusta, GA 30904
Mon7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

AU Health Cardiovascular Center

1120 Laney Walker BlvdAugusta, GA 30901

Augusta University Medical Center

1120 15th St Ste BA4300Augusta, GA 30912
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Augusta University Medical Center

1120 15th StAugusta, GA 30912

AU Medical Center

1120 15th St Ba 8412Augusta, GA 30912

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Dr. Vijay S Patel, MDDr. Daniel MillerDr. Philip William Catalano, MDDr. Achhinder Kumar Ohri, MD
Thoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.7 
4.5 
4.5 
41 Years of Experience 54 Years of Experience 62 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Augusta , GAAugusta , GAAUGUSTA , GAAugusta , GA
Med School: Univ Of Texas -houston Med School: University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine Med School: Government Medical College Amritsar
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Vijay S Patel

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Arise Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Empire Plan
  • Family Health Network
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Select Health of South Carolina - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • University of Arizona Health Plans
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Vijay S Patel has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Vijay S Patel has the following 40 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Aortic Diseases
  • Aortic Valve Insufficiency
  • Aortic Valve Stenosis
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Bacterial Endocarditis
  • Bronchogenic Cyst
  • Bronchopulmonary Sequestration
  • Congenital Heart Disease (Patent Ductus Arteriosus)
  • Coronary Artery Bypass (Heart Bypass)
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Diaphragmatic Hernia
  • Dissecting Aneurysm
  • Esophageal Achalasia
  • Esophagus Cancer (Esophogeal Neoplasm)
  • Heart Transplantation
  • Lung Cancer
  • Lung Cancer (Bronchogenic Carcinoma)
  • Lung Cancer (Malignant Pleural Effusion)
  • Lung Transplantation
  • Mediastinal Cyst
  • Mediastinoscopy
  • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
  • Mitral Valve Prolapse
  • Mitral Valve Stenosis
  • Myxoma
  • Pericardial Effusion
  • Pericardial Window Techniques
  • Pericardiectomy
  • Pleural Effusion
  • Thoracic Cancer
  • Thoracic Injuries
  • Thymus Cancer
  • Thymus Gland Removal (Thymectomy)
  • Thymus Tumor (Thymoma)
  • Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations
  • Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

Medical School

Univ Of Texas -houston

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Dr. Vijay Patel is affiliated with Wellstar Mcg Health Medical Center.
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Dr. Vijay Patel's office is located at 1003 Chafee Ave, Augusta, GA, 30904.

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