
Hejal C. Patel
MD
Radiation Oncologist
Languages spoken
English
Expert in
Radiation Oncology
Overview
Dr. Hejal Patel is a Radiation Oncologist who has published research in many journals and remains active on the faculty at the University of Alabama’s School of Medicine. In addition to receiving many honors and awards as a physician, he is also a cancer survivor. At age 13, Dr. Patel was diagnosed with a form of bone cancer. Undergoing chemotherapy and surgery at such a young age shaped him into the doctor that he is today. Dr. Patel is dedicated to providing the best patient care and cancer treatment available to all of his Alabama patients.
Current position(s)
- GenesisCare - Radiation Oncologist, Dothan, AL
Past position(s)
- Baptist Health System - Radiation Oncologist, Pensacola, FL
Universities
- University of Alabama, Bachelor's of Science, Birmingham, AL
- University of Alabama School of Medicine, Birmingham, AL
Residencies
- University of Louisville, Radiation Oncology, Chief Resident, Louisville, KY
Internships
- Carraway Methodist Hospital, Birmingham, AL
Interests
- Prostate, Breast, Lung, Colorectal, Skin, Gynecological, Brain, Spine, Head & Neck Malignancies, Sarcomas
Accomplishments
- USA Today 1st Academic Team, summa cum laude at University of Alabama, University Scholars Award
Wiregrass sees high numbers of head and neck cancer, radiation oncologist breaks down risk factors
April 21, 2023