Rikhil Patel

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Get to know Podiatrist Dr. Rikhil Patel, who serves patients in Naples, Florida.

Dr. Rikhil Patel is a podiatrist practicing in Naples, FL.

Dr. Patel is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot, ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Patel diagnoses and treats conditions of the feet.

The feet are key body parts that give a person stability, absorb shock, allow for walking and standing and are necessary for overall well-being. So, the feet need expert care. Podiatrists can specialize in surgery, wound care, sports medicine, diabetic care and pediatrics.

The Family Foot and Leg Center, PA (FFLC) started in 2005 by clinical director Dr. Kevin Lam in order to bring to Collier County reconstructive surgery of the foot / ankle. Philosophy and mission is to hire the best that they can to mentor and to ensure the top quality care of the patients entrusted to their care.

Since their success in helping patient, others have tried to copy their mission and motto. Consistency, experience and board certification is what you deserve. They are well known for doing revisional surgeries, but rather be the your first surgeon. Many foot and ankle doctors have come and gone in this town. 

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