Dr. Avani A Patel MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
8906 135th St 2t Richmond Hill NY, 11418About
Dr. Avani Patel is a gastroenterologist practicing in Richmond Hill, NY. Dr. Patel specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Patel performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Municipal Med Coll- Gujarat Univ- Ahmedabad- Gujarat- India 1981
N H L Municipal Med College Gujarat University Ahmedabad Gujarat Ind 1981
N H L Municipal Med College Gujarat University Ahmedabad Gujarat India 1981
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Dr. Avani A Patel MD's Practice location
Dr. Avani A Patel MD's reviews
Write ReviewRecommended Articles
- Holistic Treatments for Lactose Intolerance
Affecting approximately 65% of all adults in the world, lactose intolerance is one of the most common food intolerance. To evade gastrointestinal complications that often result from consumption of milk products, the majority of individuals decide to remove all dairy products from their diet.The...
- What Is Dexilant Used For?
Generic Name: DexlansoprazoleBrand Name: DexilantDexilant is a medication used to decrease the amount of acid the stomach produces. It helps ease symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, heartburn, and irritating cough. Dexlansoprazole belongs to a drug class called proton pump inhibitors...
- Why Each Colitis Treatment Is Different for Everyone
To endure Colitis is to be tougher than nails. Nobody wants their strength tested in this way. The good news is that many people diagnosed can achieve remission with the variety of treatments available.The not-as-great news is that it can take some juggling by doctors to achieve the exact...
- Is It Food Poisoning or Do I Have Gastroenteritis?
Food poisoning is different from gastro. It is more prevalent than gastroenteritis. In fact, it is estimated that about 1 in every 6 Americans experiences food poisoning daily.Gastro: The SymptomsThe following are the common signs and symptoms of gastro:• Watery stool (diarrhea)• Some stomach...
- Celiac Disease and Type I Diabetes Patients at a Higher Risk for Fractures
From time to time, patients may develop what is known as a comorbidity, which is essentially a word used to describe a situation wherein the subject is simultaneously diagnosed with two diseases or conditions. This can occur for a multitude of reasons, one being that the first condition may very...
- What Is a GI Cocktail?
Introduction A GI cocktail or gastrointestinal cocktail is a mixture of liquid antacid, viscous lidocaine, and an anticholinergic agent. A GI cocktail is primarily used to treat dyspepsia.There are a wide variety of GI cocktail recipes nowadays. One popular recipe is a mixture of viscous lidocaine,...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Nausheer Ahmed Khan MD13402 JAMAICA AVE JAMAICA NY 11418
- Dr. Asit Mehta MD13303 Jamaica Ave Richmond Hill NY 11418
- Dr. Satish Kumar Chawla MD8656 107th St Richmond Hill NY 11418