Summary

Dr. Derek Patel is a gastroenterologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating digestive system disorders. He earned his medical degree from the University of California Davis School of Medicine and has been practicing medicine for 29 years. Dr. Patel is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Patel practices at UC San Diego Health in San Diego, California, and maintains hospital privileges at the University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center. He focuses on treating complex conditions such as Crohn's disease and inflammatory bowel disease. His expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower GI endoscopy procedures to help diagnose digestive issues. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 29 years of experience
  • 46 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of California Davis School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Location

UC San Diego Health

3855 Health Sciences Drive Moores Cancer CenterSan Diego, CA 92037
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.8 
29 Years of Experience
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San Diego , CASACRAMENTO , CAMontgomery , ALTempe , AZ
Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine Med School: Georgia State University Med School: Charles R Drew University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Derek Raman Patel

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Brand New Day - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA)
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Nippon Life Benefits - HMO
  • Positive Health Care - PPO
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Derek Raman Patel has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Derek Raman Patel has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Gastroenterologist
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD)
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Pouchitis
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Derek Raman Patel holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California Davis School Of Medicine in 1997.

NPI Number

Derek Raman Patel's NPI number is 1073538385.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Derek Patel speak?
Derek Patel speaks English and Spanish.
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Which hospitals is Derek Patel affiliated with?
Derek Patel is affiliated with University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center.

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