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Dr. Nisha Patel, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 42
Dr. Nisha Patel, MD
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Dr. Nisha Patel, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Lake Charles, LA.
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Dr. Nisha Patel, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 42
Lake Charles, LA
Accepting new patients
16 years of experience
Dr. Nisha Patel, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Lake Charles, LA.

About

Dr. Patel graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch. Dr. Nisha Patel, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Lake Charles, LA and has 16 years experience. Dr. Patel currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center, CHRISTUS Ochsner Saint Patrick Hospital and Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. Dr. Patel has experience treating conditions like Constipation and Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Patel received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 5 times. Dr. Patel's office accepts new patients. Dr. Patel is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Abdominal Pain
Chronic Gastritis
Colorectal Polyp
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Hemorrhoids
Nausea
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Unexplained Weight Loss
Duodenal Polypectomy
Acute Gastritis
Anemia
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Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Cirrhosis
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Crohn's Disease
Dehydration
Diarrhea
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Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenitis
Dysphagia
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Esophagitis
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Gallstones
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroparesis
Gastroptosis
Heartburn
Hepatitis C
Ileus
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Indigestion
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Ulcerative Colitis
Vitamin_Deficiency
Vomiting Disorders
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Acidosis
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Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Alcoholic Hepatitis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Rhinitis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Animal Allergies
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Back Pain
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Biliary Cirrhosis
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bowel Strangulation
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Interstitial Cystitis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Confusion
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Cystic Fibrosis
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Diabetes
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Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Difficulty With Walking
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Dizziness
Duodenal Cancer
Duodenal Ulcer
Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Essential Tremor
Fever
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Fibromyalgia
Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Hemochromatosis
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Hernia
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Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Intestinal Fistula
Intestinal Malabsorption Carbohydrate
Intestinal Prolapse
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Joint Pain
Lactose Intolerance
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Limb Pain
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Malaise and Fatigue
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Malnutrition
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Weakness
Nasopharyngitis
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Pancreatitis
Peptic Ulcer
Pericardial Disease
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Prostatitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Raynaud's Disease
Rectal Ulcer
Restless Leg Syndrome
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Rosacea
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Sarcoidosis
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shingles
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Shortness of Breath
Sickle Cell Disease
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sleep Apnea
Splenomegaly
Stomal Ulcer
Throat Pain
Tobacco Use Disorder
Tremor
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Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin A Deficiency
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Anemia
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Colonoscopy
Diabetes Counseling
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Immunization Administration
Proctosigmoidoscopy

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 Thomas M. Rossowski MD Surgery PMC
    401 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70601
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (337) 439-0762
  2. 2 GI Associates
    555 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr Ste 101, Lake Charles, LA 70601
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (337) 439-0762
  3. 3 Colonnade Endoscopy Center
    555 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr Ste 102, Lake Charles, LA 70601
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (337) 439-6226

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Patient Reviews
Nov 13, 2024
I really like Dr. Patel and her nurse practitioner Madalyn. I felt cared about and respected. Everyone, from check in to sign out, was cordial and friendly. So happy I've gotten established with them. If you are looking for a really good gastroenterologist, I highly recommend Dr. Patel.
TC — Nov 13, 2024
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Specialties*
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
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Education

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Medical Education
  • University of Texas Medical Branch
    2008
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Nisha Patel, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Patel's profile.

Dr. Patel frequently treats the following conditions: Constipation and Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Nisha Patel, MD is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center, CHRISTUS Ochsner Saint Patrick Hospital and Lake Charles Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Nisha Patel, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Ochsner Medical Center

    1516 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA

  • CHRISTUS Ochsner Saint Patrick Hospital

    524 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr, Lake Charles, LA

  • Lake Charles Memorial Hospital

    1701 Oak Park Blvd, Lake Charles, LA