Patel overbooks,(the wait time is about an hour or more) is incompetent and very rude. He's a cheapskate, doesn't even have a credit/debit card terminal. Co payments can only be made in cash or check. Would not recommend. read more

I have been going to him for almost three years for hypothyroidism. The staff in the office is really rude, never smile or really care. When they finally take you back for your appointment you wait for Patel for about 45 mins to an hour in the waiting room. I've been on synthroid 100 for almost 3 years, my last visit I told him I'm still having all the symptoms and my hair keeps falling out and his response was "it doesn't look like it " he just looks at the lab results and tells me everything is in the normal range! So why do I still have symptoms ? Why not run more tests ? Does not care at all!! Horrible doctor for hypothyroidism! Also he even answers his personal cell phone while in his appointment with you has done it to me more then once read more

I've been going to Dr. Patel for over 5 years for a thyroid issue. I've found him to be very considerate, friendly and informative. His staff is very nice and accomodating. For those who complain about wait times, I find that the time you make the appointment is very important. After all, what doctor have you been to that you can get in and out in less than 1/2 hour? I think they have to double book and we cancel at the last minute sometimes, and in other cases emergencies occur that back up their schedule. I'm very sorry to see his low rating as I have experienced nothing but good things having him as my doctor. read more

Dr. Patel has been treating my mom for a few months and he has done an amazing job with her! If you do not follow his instructions, yes he will tell you his opinion, but NO he and they are NOT rude. He is an amazing doctor and we are very thankful for what he's been able to do for our mom! read more

Wow such biased and untrue reviews. All I can say is Dr. Patel has changed my life, before, no doctors would listen to me they only read numbers from lab work and didn't listen to the HORRIBLE symptoms I was experiencing. Yes there are unfortunate experiences while visiting his office such as a longer wait period than normal, every time I've been (three times now) I wait about 1 hour to even get seen and my blood pressure taken then another fifteen to thirty minutes to get a room. He apologizes for the wait every time I see him. He is personable and honest. He may come off as "arrogant" but let's be honest most of his patients have diabetes and he's brutally honest and gets a little irked if you don't listen to him about what he wants YOU to do to get YOURSELF better. I don't have diabetes I'm a thyroid patient and appreciate the knowledge he has shared with me. He's a busy guy seeing so many patients so excuse him for taking a vacation, I too was inconvenienced with that but hey life isn't about working only, if you had that option I'm sure you would take a vacay to. He's a great doctor and I'm just so thankful I am now being treated for something that doctors (those highly recommended ones) missed. I'll gladly wait the time in his office for his knowledge and I love that he holds people accountable! read more

Dr. Patel is the worst doctor. Since the first day I met him he displayed poor bed-side manner and could careless about my condition or my symptoms. Its unfortunate that he is the only doctor in the AV serving in this field. Patel, you suck!!! read more

I find Dr. Patel caring and conscientious. He is sensitive to my concerns and always answers questions and explains test results. He does expect patients to take an active role in their own healthcare, however, so if one is adverse to exercising and watching his/her diet as needed this might not be a good fit for you. After being his patient for several years, I have never have any issues with the office staff. They're always friendly and polite. read more

Run, don't walk from this doctor. I've been going to him for many years to treat my hypothyroidism. Over the years he has made me cry, insulted me, and threatened me. He is very impatient and each time I have an appointment, the wait is over an hour. The visit with the doctor is usually less than five minutes. He squeezes as many patients as he can in a day. I finally found my spine and am seeing another doctor. Best decision I've ever made. read more

I went to Dr Patel for about a year. It took long waits on the phone to get thru to staff and I always had to wait at least an hour to see him. He is not very kind in responding to questions, like he takes it personally as questioning his knowledge. I finally quit going to him when I asked which meds I could go off of as I am concerned about all the meds he had me on were not good for the liver. He responded in anger. From the beginning I had said my concern was my enlarge fatty liver from a liver resection and he mainly wanted to focus on my thyroid and my being glucose intolerant and a borderline prediabetic. He had me on 5 new med's in addition to others I was already taking. He did not walk to talk about my liver. He angrily said HE was the doctor and how could I challenge his knowledge with books or materials I had read. I left with the intention of never coming back. My regular doctor took a look at the meds he had me on and said he was over medicating me. I have been off all those meds for over a year and feel fine. The diet he gives you is very strict and hard to follow, which don't tell him that or he will blow up at you. If you follow it you will lose weight and lower your your blood sugar. It had NO: bread, pasta, potatoes, rice, beans, starches, cereal, fried foods, fruit, breaded foods, etc. You basically can only eat vegetables, lean meats, some nuts, egg whites, low fat cottage cheese, water, teas and almond or soy milk. Makes sense but is very restrictive and hard to follow. I understand he gets very frustrated that people won't do what he tells them to. But he could learn to use a little compassion and respond kindly. read more

Second worst doctor I've ever had the displeasure of encountering (and the other caused a death - what does that say?). He gave no guidance on HOW to control my blood sugar, but berated me and used the recent death of my son to to bully me. When I made the decision to discontinue treatment with him and find a new doctor, he raised his voice at me and attempted to belittle me even more. This "doctor" is not worth the stress. I received no positive benefit from seeing him. He is NOT the only endocrinologist in town anymore and the fact that it only takes a couple of days to get an appointment at most, and a month to see the other - tells the whole story. Patients are flocking to the alternative. I know I've made the decision to leave the abusive relationship he attempted to force me into. read more

I've been going to Dr. Patel for thyroid issues since I was 14 I'm 21 now! I know him well and I will say this: DO NOT GO TO HIM UNLESS YOU ARE SERIOUS ABOUT CHANGING YOUR LIFESTYLE AND GETTING HELP!!!! He expects ALL his patients to follow his advice and he will not tolerate liars. He is a great doctor and really cares for his patients. If you fail to change your lifestyle or don't take your meds on time then he will lecture you on your health and how important it is for you to stay on track. Keep lying to his face and he will tell you to go find another doctor if you aren't serious about your health. He is really nice and great at what he does if you stay on his good side. read more

You wait forever for this doctor. The office staff lies and says they are on time when they aren't.

Absolutely the best doctor in the Antelope Valley. He is extremely knowledgeable, listen to his patients needs (when they are doing what they need to be doing), and goes above and beyond just being a doctor. His heart is bigger than anyone's I have ever seen. He truly cares about each and every one of his patients. His only pet peeve is when he is gives you all the tools you need to be successful and healthy and you don't do your part. You can't blame him for that. He has brought me and several of my friends and family back to life!! read more

Dr. Patel can be very forceful in getting his message across. I will never let any other doctor ever treat me for diabetes again, this man knows exactly what he is doing and how to treat diabetes. If you don't like him, maybe you should have done what he prescribed and you would have seen a completely different side to him. First hand experience, at first I didn't like him, but have found, follow his directions and things start working. Once you get control of your health issue, Dr. Patel is up front about praising you for your effort. As far as overbooking, I have never waited more than 15 minutes to get into the office. He is a fine doctor and his motivation is your well being. My name is Carl Feyh and I'm proud to have him as my doctor. read more

he doesn't know how to talk to people! he's profession is to give medical advice. all he knows is threatening people. he doesn't even know how to give advice. I won't deal with this kind of doctor. al he knows is to collect money from the insurance. you won't get good advice from him. read more