Dr. Dhirendra K Patel MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
2981 N Main St Decatur IL, 62526About
Dr. Dhirendra Patel practices Geriatric Medicine in Decatur, IL. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Patel works as part of a team with other healthcare providers, to address the natural aging that goes on within the body and to manage multiple medical problems and ensure social support.
Education and Training
University of Calcutta / Medical College 1984
Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences 1984
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Geriatric Medicine
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Osteoporosis
- Heart Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Dementia
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea (osa)
- Vascular Disease
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