Summary

Dr. Vishal Patel is a dermatologist with expertise in hematology and oncology who graduated from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. With 19 years of clinical experience, he holds board certifications as a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (FAAD) and Fellow of the American College of Mohs Surgery (FACMS). Dr. Patel provides care in English.

He practices at GW Dermatology in Washington, DC, where his focus includes treating skin cysts, epidermoid cysts, and lipomas. Dr. Patel performs skin lesion treatments and removals along with specialized pathology testing. His comprehensive approach combines dermatologic expertise with advanced surgical pathology techniques. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 19 years of experience
  • 9 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla
  • 2 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Location

GW Dermatology - Foggy Bottom South Pavilion

2150 Pennsylvania Ave NwWashington, DC 20037
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Vishal Patel, MD, FAAD, FACMSDr Nickolai Talanin, MDDr. Joanne Simpson, MDDr. Anna Chacon, MD
DermatologyDermatologyDermatologyDermatology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.7 
4.6 
3.7 
19 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Russian, Spanish, Portuguese Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, French
Washington , DCChantilly , VACORNELIUS , NCMiami , FL
Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: Tashkent State Medical Institute Med School: Wake Forest University Med School: Brown Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Vishal Patel

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • Cigna
  • Magellan Health
  • Medical Mutual
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha

Medical Specialties

Vishal Patel has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Vishal Patel has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Basal Cell
  • Excision
  • Hematology
  • Melanoma
  • Mole
  • Oncology
  • Psoriasis
  • Rash
  • Rosacea
  • Skin Biopsy
  • Skin Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

Vishal Patel holds an expired medical license in the state of District Of Columbia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla in 2007.

NPI Number

Vishal Patel's NPI number is 1447410246.

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