Summary

Dr. Vinod Patel is an internal medicine physician who graduated from the University of Nairobi and completed his residency at Shadyside Hospital. With five decades of medical practice, he brings extensive experience to patient care. Dr. Patel is fluent in Spanish and Chinese, enabling him to serve diverse communities.

Dr. Patel practices in Downey, California, and maintains affiliations with UCI Health Lakewood. He specializes in treating eye conditions including glaucoma and macular swelling. His expertise includes advanced imaging techniques to examine the retina and providing specialized injections for certain eye diseases. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 52 years of experience
  • 31 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese
  • Shadyside Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Pih Health Downey

12214 Lakewood Blvd Ste 110Downey, CA 90242
Mon10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat10:00 am - 8:00 pm
SunClosed

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Med School: University Of Nairobi Med School: The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Vinod Dasharathlal Patel

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Bright Health
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Vinod Dasharathlal Patel has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Vinod Dasharathlal Patel has the following 7 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Shadyside Hospital

Medical School

University Of NairobiGraduated in 1979
B J Medical College AhmedabadGraduated in 1974

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Vinod Patel speak?
Dr. Vinod Patel speaks Spanish and Chinese.
Does Dr. Vinod Patel accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Vinod Patel accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Vinod Patel affiliated with?
Dr. Vinod Patel is affiliated with Uci Health Lakewood.
Where is Dr. Vinod Patel's office located?
Dr. Vinod Patel's office is located at 12214 Lakewood Blvd Ste 110, Downey, CA, 90242.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vinod Patel?
You can find contact information for Dr. Vinod Patel here on Vitals.

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