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Dr. Rinal Patel, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism* Age 39
Dr. Rinal Patel, MD
4.7 (24 Ratings)

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Dr. Rinal Patel, MD is a Diabetes & Metabolism Endocrinologist in Houston, TX.
Dr. Rinal Patel, MD
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Dr. Rinal Patel, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism* Age 39
Houston, TX
Accepting new patients
16 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Rinal Patel, MD is a Diabetes & Metabolism Endocrinologist in Houston, TX.

About

Dr. Patel graduated from Kasturba Medical College Manipal, Manipal University in 2009 and completed a residency at Nassau University Medical Center. Dr. Rinal Patel, MD is a Diabetes & Metabolism Endocrinologist in Houston, TX and has 16 years experience. Dr. Patel currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital, Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, HCA Houston Healthcare West, The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center and Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital. At present, Dr. Patel received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 24 times. Dr. Patel's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Patel also speaks Arabic. Dr. Patel is board certified in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Malaise and Fatigue
Secondary Hypertension
Testicular Dysfunction
Malaise and Fatigue
Secondary Hypertension
Testicular Dysfunction
Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases
Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Dyslipidemia
Goiter
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Hashimoto's Disease
Hyperlipidemia
Hypogonadism
Hypothyroidism
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Lipid Disorders
Long COVID Disorder
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Osteoporosis
Thyroid Nodule
Thyroiditis
Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin_Deficiency
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Adrenal Gland Diseases
Adrenal Incidentaloma
Adrenal Insufficiency
Adrenogenital Disorders
Amenorrhea
Anemia
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Benign Pituitary Gland Tumor
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Craniopharyngioma
Cryptococcosis
Cushing's Syndrome
Diabetes Insipidus
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetic Coma
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Endocrine Gland Cancer
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Female Infertility
Graves' Disease
Growth Hormone Deficiency
Heart Disease
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hyperandrogenization Syndrome
Hypercalcemia
Hyperparathyroidism
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Hyperthyroidism
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Hypoparathyroidism
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Hypothalamus Cancer
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Metabolic Syndrome
Morbid Obesity
Myxedema Coma
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Neuroendocrine Tumors
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Obesity
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Osteopenia
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Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Perimenopause
Peripheral Edema
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pheochromocytoma
Pituitary Gland Cancer
Pituitary Tumor
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
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Primary Adrenocortical Insufficiency
Primary Hyperparathyroidism
Proteinuria
Renal Hyperparathyroidism
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Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
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Thyroid Disease
Thyroid Eye Disease
Thyroid Goiter
Thyrotoxicosis
Thyrotoxicosis Factitia
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Vitamin B Deficiency
ACTH (Cosyntropin) Stimulation Test
Cholesterol Screening
Continuous Glucose Monitoring
Dexamethasone Suppression Test
Diabetes Screening
Diabetic Evaluation
Dynamic Endocrine Function Test
Oral Glucose Tolerance Test
Thyroid Hormone Replacement
Thyroid Nodule Evaluation
Thyroid Scan
Thyroid Screening
Ultrasound
Ultrasound, Thyroid
VAP Lipid Testing
Water Deprivation Test

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Patient Reviews
Nov 12, 2024
Very informative and really goes into details about my health. Advised me on procedures that will take place in the future. She's very caring and has alot of patience. I have the best endocrinologist! Thank you Dr. Rinal Patel for your professionalism and your staff is awesome??
Sheila Escobedo — Nov 12, 2024
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Arabic
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Kasturba Medical College Manipal, Manipal University
    2009
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology and Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Nassau University Medical Center
    2013
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Baylor Scott and White
    2017
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Rinal Patel, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Patel's profile.

Dr. Rinal Patel, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital, Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, HCA Houston Healthcare West, The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center and Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Rinal Patel, MD holds board certification in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Houston Methodist Hospital

    6565 Fannin St, Houston, TX

  • Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital

    18951 N Memorial Dr, Humble, TX

  • Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center

    921 Gessner Rd, Houston, TX

  • Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital

    18220 State Highway 249, Houston, TX

  • HCA Houston Healthcare West

    12141 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX

  • The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans St, Baltimore, MD

  • Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center

    6411 Fannin St, Houston, TX

  • Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital

    1635 North Loop W, Houston, TX