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Dr. Kumkum Patel, MD
Gastroenterology*
Age 39
Dr. Kumkum Patel, MD
Fullerton, CA
Accepting new patients
Offers telehealth
Overview
Dr. Kumkum Patel, MD works in Fullerton, CA as
Offers Telehealth
This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.
Explains Conditions Well
Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.
Trustworthy
Patients said this doctor is trustworthy.
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Locations
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St. Jude Heritage Fullerton - Gastroenterology1837 Sunny Crest Dr, Fullerton, CA 92835
Patient Satisfaction
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Patel
4.0
Based on 5 Reviews
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Patient Reviews
Nov 18, 2023
Unfortunately unable to locate her made an appt waited 3 months for date and day before called to get my appt time and was told no longer with them why can't old offices let you know where Dr's move to I really was looking forward to my appt with her as I had met her at a private event.
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About Me
Languages Spoken
Bengali
Gujarati
Hindi
Spanish
Specialties*
Gastroenterology
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Education
Board Certifications
Board Certifications
- Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
Internship
Internship
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Winthrop - University Hospital
2013
Fellowship
Fellowship Hospital
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University of IL Medical Center at Chicago
2018
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Kumkum Patel, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.
Dr. Patel accepts telehealth appointments. Please call Dr. Patel's office to make an appointment.
Dr. Patel accepts Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Patel accepts here.
Dr. Patel's office is located at 1837 Sunny Crest Dr Fullerton, CA 92835.
Yes, Dr. Patel speaks Bengali, Gujarati, Hindi and Spanish. See Dr. Patel's profile on MedicalNewsToday for more information.
Dr. Patel has a star rating of 4.0/5 and has been reviewed 5 times.
Dr. Patel is board certified in
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Hospital Affiliations
- Providence St. Jude Medical Center
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