Dr. Ronakkumar Dwarkadas Patel, MD

Dr. Ronakkumar Patel specializes in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism, with additional expertise in internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from M P Shah Government Medical College and completed his residency at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center. With two decades of clinical experience, Dr. Patel brings extensive knowledge to the diagnosis and treatment of complex metabolic conditions.

Dr. Patel practices at multiple locations throughout Bakersfield, California, with affiliations at Mercy Hospital Downtown and Adventist Health Bakersfield. He focuses on managing type 2 diabetes in both adults and younger patients, including children and teenagers. His expertise extends to handling serious complications like hyperglycemic emergencies. Dr. Patel also provides preventive care services, including bone density testing to assess bone health and administering flu vaccinations to help protect against seasonal illness.