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Dr. Umesh A Patel, MD

Dr. Umesh A Patel, MD

Cardiology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Umesh A Patel, MD is a cardiologist in Covington, LA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University College London, University Of London, School Of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Saint Tammany Parish Hospital and Ochsner Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 72 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (72 reviews)

LA Heart Center

39 Starbrush Cir Covington, LA 70433
Telehealth available
(985) 871-4155

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Patel is affiliated with Saint Tammany Parish Hospital Covington, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Patel is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Patel specializes in the areas of Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Patel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Patel

4.7

72 ratings, 49 with a written review
5 Star
89%
89%
4 Star
1%
1%
3 Star
1%
1%
2 Star
3%
3%
1 Star
6%
6%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Gabriella – Feb 13, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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Aug 19, 2024
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Amy – Nov 05, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Amy Valentine – Mar 09, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Armand D. – Oct 25, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 18, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Austin – Jun 09, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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May 04, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Lee Ann Gill – Mar 06, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jordan – Feb 25, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Gregg Nordgren – Jan 22, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Stephany Ferguson – Jun 29, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Shelley Stearns – Mar 11, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Summer WattersL – Feb 23, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Kristie – Feb 18, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 06, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Kathy – Feb 04, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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RCS – Jan 01, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Mary – Jan 01, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Cheryl Adams – Dec 01, 2020
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About Me

care philosophy

Prevention is indeed better than cure, but it is never too late to take care of your health and redirect priorities. Prevention Works!

It is a privilege to partner with patients for their medical needs by being open to...read more

biography

Dr. Umesh Patel, MD FACC has an international background and multi-cultural upbringing in a medical family, which has allowed him to have a unique perspective on how to relate to and interact with his patients to deliver exceptional care, as outlined...read more

  • Cardiology

  • Nuclear Cardiology

  • Cardiovascular Nuclear Radiology

  • Clinical Cardiology

  • Preventive Cardiology

  • Cardiology Echocardiography

  • Vascular Sonography

  • Diagnostic Ultrasound Imaging

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Tulane University

    Fellowship Hospital, 1989

  • Tulane University|tulane University Of Louisiana

    Fellowship Hospital, 1989

  • Tulane University Hospital And Clinics

    Internship Hospital, 1985

  • University College London, University Of London, School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1979

  • University College, University Of London

    Medical School, 1979

  • University College, University Of London

    Undergraduate School, 1976
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Medical Specialties
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Cardiology†
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Internal Medicine
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Internal Medicine
†Self designated 
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Dr. Patel is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    LA Heart Center

    Covington39 Starbrush Cir Covington, LA 70433
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Saint Tammany Parish Hospital

      1202 S Tyler St
      Covington, LA 70433
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Ochsner Medical Center

      1516 Jefferson Hwy
      New Orleans, LA 70121
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Slidell Memorial Hospital

      1001 Gause Blvd
      Slidell, LA 70458

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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