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Dr. Minesh Patel

Dr. Minesh Patel

Gastroenterologist

Cardiff, CF11 0SN

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32 years of experience

Verified profile

32 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

4.97

58 patient reviews1 professional endorsement
4.98
Overall Experience
4.97
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.95
Explanation

93 recommendations for:

Acid Reflux(15)
Colonoscopy(14)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)(12)
Other(52)

Recent patient review

05 Jan 2024

My overall experience with Dr Patel was great and would definitely see him again. He made...

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About

Dr. Minesh Patel is an experienced Consultant Gastroenterologist based in Wales at the Cwm Taf University Health Board. He obtained his medical degree at University of London (UCH/ULC), completing his post-graduate training afterwards in various placements across the UK.

He was appointed as a Consultant in 2005 at Prince Charles Hospital and now sees patients at Royal Glamorgan Hospital and Prince Charles Hospital. Dr. Patel is passionate about supporting junior doctors and is also a registered trainer of gastroenterology.

In his spare time he enjoys competative badminton.


Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments

Diagnostic oesophago-gastro-duodenoscopy (OGD) includes forceps biopsy, biopsy urease test and dye spray

Diagnostic colonoscopy, includes forceps biopsy of colon and ileum, polypectomy and endoscopic mucoal resection

Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy

Upper and lower GI disorders, inflammatory bowel disease, irratable bowel syndrome

Liver and pancreatic conditions.


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Acid Reflux (16%)
  • Colonoscopy (15%)
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) (13%)
  • Bloating (9%)
  • Gastroscopy (8%)
  • Others (40%)

Subspecialties
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD) such as ulcerative Colitis or Crohn's Disease

All conditions and treatments
  • Acid Reflux
  • Bloating
  • Diarrhoea
  • Upper Gastrointestinal Conditions (Oesophagus & Stomach)
  • Fatty Liver Disease
  • Barrett's Oesophagus
  • Hiatus Hernia
  • Liver Disease
  • Oesophagitis
  • Colitis (Ulcerative Colitis)
  • Colonoscopy
  • Gastroscopy
  • Endoscopy (OGD)
  • Sigmoidoscopy
  • Enteroscopy
  • Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG)

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 3558290


Qualifications

Medical school in London 1991,

Junior postgraduate training in the North West of Endgland

Specialist Registrar Training in the West Midlands including the Liver Transplant Unit in Birmingham


languages spoken
  • English
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £100
  • Follow-up appointment: £70

Location

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Nuffield Health Cardiff Bay Hospital

4.91
(85)
The Cardiff Bay, Dunleavy Drive, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF11 0SN
The Cardiff Bay, Dunleavy Drive, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF11 0SN
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09:00 - 12:00
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Reviews

All reviews(58)
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Acid Reflux (15)
Colonoscopy (13)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) (12)
Bloating (8)
Gastroscopy (7)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

58 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

My overall experience with Dr Patel was great and would definitely see him again. He made sure I felt listened to and explored multiple options of what my problem could be. He also made me feel as though I was valued as a patient which a lot of public health care facilities lack.

05 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Diarrhoea
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Reply from Minesh Patel

Thank you for your helpful and kind feedback

09 Jan 2024

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Minesh Patel was kind, informative and had great bedside manner.

08 Nov 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Endoscopy (OGD)
Acid Reflux

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very approachable, listens intently, follows up promptly and clearly very knowledgeable.

26 Oct 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Bloating
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Made me feel at ease and explained everything thoroughly.

18 Oct 2023verified patient

Reply from Minesh Patel

Good luck with your further investigations

19 Oct 2023

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Friendly and warm approach to understanding the issue and what can be done to help

01 Sep 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD) or Reflux
Oesophagitis
Bloating

Reply from Minesh Patel

It was nice to meet you, thank you for your kind words

03 Sep 2023

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Patel is one of the nicest and most helpful doctors I’ve seen in a long time. He is very easy to talk to and very clear in his explanations. He also has an extremely friendly bedside manner. I would highly recommend him to my family members, friends and anyone else.

16 Jun 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Bloating

Reply from Minesh Patel

Thank you for our kind words. All the best to you

18 Jun 2023

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Patel was great from our first consultation through all the procedures and down to our last consultation. He was very calm and reassuring and friendly. He is the doctor you want to look after you with his calm and mannered approach

31 May 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Colonoscopy
Acid Reflux
Endoscopy (OGD)

Reply from Minesh Patel

I am really pleased I was able to help you

14 Jun 2023

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

From the moment I walked in Dr Patel put me at my ease . He listened carefully and allayed my fears. Dr Patel gave me advice and offered alternatives to my medication. At no time did Dr Patel hurry me and I would not hesitate to book another appointment if I have any further concerns.

21 May 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Acid Reflux

Reply from Minesh Patel

Thank you for your comments, it is appreciated.

30 May 2023

4.25

5.00
Overall Experience
4.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.00
Explanation

I found Dr Patel to be understanding, patient and easy to talk to and he seemed well informed

21 Apr 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Iron Deficiency Anaemia
Swollen Stomach

Reply from Minesh Patel

I am glad you had a positive experience

23 Apr 2023

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very friendly and knowledgeable.

15 Mar 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Colonoscopy

Reply from Minesh Patel

Good luck with your future plans for wgt loss and improved health.

17 Mar 2023
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Colonoscopy (1)
Gastroenterology (1)
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) (1)

1 endorsement

Dr Patel is a very experienced colonoscopist with expertise in diagnostic endoscopy as well as in the removal of complex polyps. He has a wide-ranging experience covering all aspects of gastroenterology including inflammatory bowel disease and other benign conditions as well as in colorectal cancer diagnosis. He has been an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team at my hospital for many years and he & I have jointly cared for several patients.

05 Mar 2022
Endorsed for
Gastroenterology
Colonoscopy
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

Professor P. N. Haray

General Surgery
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FAQ

What are Dr. Minesh Patel's reviews like?

Dr. Minesh Patel's overall patient rating is 4.97 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 58 reviews

What languages does Dr. Minesh Patel speak?

Dr. Minesh Patel speaks English

Where is Dr. Minesh Patel located?

Dr. Minesh Patel primarily practices at Nuffield Health Cardiff Bay Hospital, located at The Cardiff Bay, Dunleavy Drive, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF11 0SN
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Dr. Minesh Patel is working Wednesday (09:00 - 12:00)

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