Summary

Dr. Vijay Patel is a thoracic surgeon who specializes in advanced heart and chest procedures. They completed their medical education at the University of Texas in Houston before pursuing residency training at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Patel speaks English and brings specialized expertise to complex cardiovascular cases.

Dr. Patel practices at Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center and maintains locations throughout Augusta, Georgia. They treat patients with coronary artery disease and heart muscle conditions that reduce blood flow to the heart. Their surgical expertise includes coronary artery bypass procedures and minimally-invasive heart operations. Patients have given Dr. Patel an average rating of 3.7 on Vitals.

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

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

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. James Domenic St Louis, MDDr. Robert Douglas Rice, MDDr Timothy John Hunter
Thoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgerySurgeryThoracic Surgery
Accepts New Patients
3.7 
4.6 
3.6 
34 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Augusta , GAFairfax , VAAugusta , GAAugusta , GA
Med School: Univ Of Texas -houston Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University
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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

Completed their residency at Albert Einstein College Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Univ Of Texas -houston.

NPI Number

Dr. Patel's NPI number is 1922108976.

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Dr. Vijay Patel speaks English.
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Dr. Vijay Patel's office is located at 1003 Chafee Ave, Augusta, GA, 30904.
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