Summary

Dr. Shantu Patel is a board-certified internal medicine physician with 46 years of experience caring for patients. He completed his medical education at the University of Zambia School of Medicine and continued his training with a residency at Lutheran Medical Center. Dr. Patel is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Patel practices at multiple locations throughout Vista and is affiliated with Tri City Medical Center. He specializes in treating sleep disorders, including sleep apnea and obstructive sleep apnea in both adults and children. His expertise extends to performing comprehensive eye exams and spinal procedures such as lateral lumbar spinal fusion and herniated disc surgery. Patients rate Dr. Patel 3.8 out of 5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 46 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Lutheran Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Shantu Bhulabhai Patel has 7 locations

Scripps Coastal Medical Center Vista

130 Cedar RdVista, CA 92083
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
Sat8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Scripps Healthexpress Vista

130 Cedar Rd Fl 2Vista, CA 92083
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
Sat8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Scripps Coastal Medical Group

130 Cedar Rd # 210/340/230/100Vista, CA 92083
Mon8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sun8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Gerald William Ondash MD

2120 Thibodo Rd Ste 110Vista, CA 92081

Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

354 Santa Fe DrEncinitas, CA 92024

Tri City Medical Center

4002 Vista WayOceanside, CA 92056

Sharp Grossmont Hospital

5555 Grossmont Center DrLa Mesa, CA 91942

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Tamil Speaks English
Vista , CALos Altos , CAKaty , TXBeverly Hills , CA
Med School: University Of Zambia School Of Medicine Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE Med School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Shantu Bhulabhai Patel

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - PPO
  • Brand New Day
  • Cigna
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - PPO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Shantu Bhulabhai Patel has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Shantu Bhulabhai Patel has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Lutheran Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Zambia School Of MedicineGraduated in 1980

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Shantu Patel accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Shantu Patel has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Shantu Patel speak?
Dr. Shantu Patel speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Shantu Patel's office located?
Dr. Shantu Patel's office is located at 130 Cedar Rd, Vista, CA, 92083.
Which hospitals is Dr. Shantu Patel affiliated with?
Dr. Shantu Patel is affiliated with Tri City Medical Center.
Does Dr. Shantu Patel accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Shantu Patel accepts on their Vitals profile.

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