Shivani Kamalesh Patel, MD

Dr. Shivani Patel is a rheumatologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions that affect the joints, muscles, and immune system. She earned her medical degree from Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine and completed her internship and residency training at NYU Langone Medical Center in 2014. With 15 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Patel brings extensive knowledge to her practice treating complex autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. She is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing her to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Patel practices at St. Jude Heritage Medical Plaza Rheumatology in Fullerton, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Ronald Reagan University of California Los Angeles Medical Center. She focuses on treating patients with joint pain, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Her practice includes performing specialized tests such as inflammation markers and immune system evaluations to …help diagnose and monitor rheumatic diseases. These diagnostic tools help her develop personalized treatment plans for patients experiencing joint and muscle symptoms.