Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Honors and Awards
Volunteer Experience
Publications
Poster Presentations
Oral Presentations
Language Proficiency
Hobbies
Timeline
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Dhruvkumar Patel

Shreveport,LA

Summary

Internal Medicine physician with comprehensive experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings, adept in utilizing advanced EMR systems including Epic, VistA, and CPRS. Proven leader as Chief Resident, excelling in enhancing patient safety, optimizing workflow efficiency, and delivering quality care. Proactive and goal-oriented with excellent time management, problem-solving abilities, and adaptability, recognized for reliability and swift learning capabilities. A tech-savvy professional with a passion for integrating technology into healthcare, dedicated to leveraging innovative solutions to improve patient outcomes and streamline clinical processes.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chief Resident / Clinical Instructor

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
07.2024 - Current
  • Managed over 100 residents in collaboration with the team, overseeing scheduling, staffing, and policy implementation to ensure smooth program operations.
  • Organized resident didactics to enhance learning and professional development.
  • Led key initiatives, including: Developed a web portal to streamline chief workflow; Created a central platform for resident access to educational materials; Transformed paper-based resident assessments into a digital format, improving efficiency, enabling frequent testing, and providing residents with instant feedback to enhance their performance.
  • Collaborated closely with the Program Director, Associate Program Directors, and other departments to resolve conflicts and address concerns promptly.
  • Fostered an environment aligned with departmental core values, emphasizing support and inclusivity.
  • Served on the Ambulatory Quality Improvement Program, Clinical Competency Committee, and Recruitment Committee.
  • Provided direct patient care while supervising residents in the clinic, ensuring high-quality ambulatory training for both residents and medical students.

Internal Medicine Resident

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
07.2021 - 06.2024
  • Gained extensive clinical experience with a diverse patient population at Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport - Academic Medical Center and Overton Brooks VA Medical Center, training in various settings, including outpatient, inpatient, MICU, and emergency department (ED).
  • Provided comprehensive patient care, including diagnosis, treatment, and management of a wide range of medical conditions.
  • Developed proficiency in using advanced electronic medical records (EMR) systems such as Epic, VistA, and CPRS to enhance patient documentation and care coordination.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including attendings, nurses, specialists, and social workers, to create and implement individualized treatment plans.
  • Played an integral role in the Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) curriculum committee, developing an image library and creating engaging video lectures to enhance resident education.
  • Educated and mentored medical students during clinical rotations, fostering their understanding of internal medicine principles and patient management.
  • Participated actively in morning reports, didactics, and journal clubs, demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
  • Managed admissions and transfers efficiently while ensuring continuity of care and patient safety.
  • Benefited from a comprehensive educational curriculum that emphasized professionalism, empathy, and research participation, while forming lasting relationships in a supportive and collegial environment.
  • Adapted to fast-paced environments with ease, demonstrating excellent time management and problem-solving skills while prioritizing patient care needs.

Primary Care Observer

North Clark Medical Group
02.2020 - 06.2020
  • Observed and participated in patient care alongside experienced physicians in a busy outpatient setting, gaining insight into the nuances of patient management and clinical decision-making.
  • Assisted with patient interviews, physical exams, and documentation, enhancing communication skills and understanding of patient-centered care.
  • Developed an understanding of the healthcare system in the U.S., including best practices in outpatient management, preventive care, and chronic disease follow-up.
  • Engaged in discussions with attending physicians regarding differential diagnoses, treatment plans, and management strategies, broadening medical knowledge and clinical reasoning.
  • Demonstrated professionalism, cultural competency, and adaptability in interacting with diverse patient populations in a new healthcare environment.

Junior Resident

Zydus Medical College and Hospital
10.2019 - 01.2020
  • Provided patient care in a multi-specialty tertiary care hospital with a capacity of 363 beds, working across various clinical settings, including inpatient, outpatient, emergency room, and MICU.
  • Performed a wide range of clinical duties, including writing clinical notes, discharge summaries, ordering and interpreting investigations, and assisting in treatment planning.
  • Secured intravenous lines, performed venipunctures, and managed medical emergencies under supervision.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive patient care, ensuring continuity and quality in treatment.
  • Educated medical students on clinical topics, enhancing their understanding through bedside teaching and case discussions.
  • Actively participated in departmental meetings and educational sessions.

Student Observer

AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center
08.2019 - 08.2019
  • Collaborated with Dr. David Zeidwerg, DO, in the Neurology Department, gaining insights into neurological practices through active observation and participation.
  • Shadowed Dr. Zeidwerg during morning rounds, mastering quick neurological examinations and effective patient history taking.
  • Engaged in discussions regarding patients' conditions, exploring differential diagnoses, management strategies, and essential laboratory investigations.
  • Delivered presentations on relevant topics, including types of headaches, anti-epileptic drugs, and Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV).
  • Contributed to group discussions on neurological emergencies, stroke management, and gait analysis, enhancing collaborative learning.

Student Observer

AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center
07.2019 - 07.2019
  • Rotated under the guidance of Dr. Joseph Santora, DO, and Dr. Heidi Griffith, MD, immersing myself in the internal medicine department for a month.
  • Shadowed internists during initial evaluations in the emergency room, developing skills in collecting comprehensive patient histories and conducting physical examinations.
  • Actively participated in discussions regarding patient conditions, management plans, and essential lab investigations, while staying updated on recent clinical guidelines.
  • Performed daily history-taking and brief physical examinations under direct supervision, enhancing clinical acumen.
  • Presented topics pertinent to patient care, including babesiosis and the "rule of four" for localizing brainstem lesions.
  • Engaged in group discussions, noon conferences, grand rounds, IDR rounds, and journal clubs, promoting a well-rounded understanding of internal medicine.

Internal Medicine Sub-Intern

Mount Sinai West Hospital,Icahn School of Medicine
12.2018 - 12.2018
  • Completed a four-week advanced sub-internship in the Department of Internal Medicine under the mentorship of Dr. Ashwin Sawant, MD.
  • Gained proficiency in using Epic Electronic Medical Record (EMR) software to document patient encounters and track care plans.
  • Conducted thorough evaluations of assigned patients, both independently and collaboratively, including history taking, physical examinations, and presentation of cases to attending physicians.
  • Contributed to developing patient management plans, documenting full patient notes, and assessments while enhancing diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills.
  • Shadowed residents in the emergency department, learning to initiate patient orders, understand the roles of interdisciplinary teams, and appreciate the importance of timely interventions in emergency care.
  • Participated in group discussions on stroke and cirrhosis management, enhancing understanding of complex medical conditions.
  • Attended noon conferences, interdisciplinary rounds, journal clubs, and grand rounds, reinforcing clinical knowledge and staying current with medical advancements.

Internship

Sheth Vadilal Sarabhai General Hospital
03.2018 - 03.2019
  • Completed a one-year internship at a multi-specialty tertiary care institute with a capacity of 1155 beds, functioning similarly to a PGY1 resident in the U.S. healthcare system.
  • Rotated through various clinical departments, including inpatient, outpatient, emergency room, and Medical ICU (MICU).
  • Documented patient clinical notes, completed investigation forms, and prepared discharge summaries.
  • Provided patient care by securing intravenous lines, drawing blood, and inserting nasogastric tubes and urinary catheters.
  • Performed ward procedures such as wound dressings, and incision and drainage of abscesses.
  • Assisted in advanced procedures like central line placements, chest tube insertions, endotracheal intubations, and emergency surgeries.
  • Attended outpatient services under the supervision of consultants, gaining exposure to patient evaluation, counseling, and management planning.

Education

Chief Resident

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
Shreveport, LA
06.2025

Internal Medicine Residency

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
Shreveport, LA
06.2024

Medical School - M.B.,B.S.

Smt. N.H.L. Municipal Medical College
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
08.2019

Skills

  • Proficient in managing multi-organ and complex disease states
  • Experienced with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) including CPRS, VistA, and Epic
  • Skilled at educating residents and medical students, with a passion for teaching
  • Strong commitment to patient safety and quality care with empathetic patient-centered approach
  • Effective communicator with staff, patients, and families
  • Strong leadership skills, with experience managing and mentoring large teams
  • Adaptable in fast-paced environments and adept at problem-solving
  • Highly organized, with proven experience in workflow optimization and process improvement
  • Research-oriented with experience in clinical research and scholarly activities

Certification

American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM), 2024 - Current

Louisiana Physician & Surgeon license, 2024 - current

Louisiana Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) License, 2024 - current

Drug Enforcement Administration license, 2024 - current

BLS and ACLS certification - current

Honors and Awards

  • Amul Vidhya Bhushan Award (Mar 2013)
    Recognition for outstanding academic performance.
  • Elsevier Basic Science Olympiad (EBSO) First Runners-up Award (Sep 2014)
    Awarded for securing second position in the EBSO competition.
  • Indian Rheumatology Association (IRA) Undergraduate Research Award (Apr 2017)
    Recognized for exceptional undergraduate research.
  • Dr. T.D. Vani Medal - Indian Medical Association (IMA), Ahmedabad Chapter (Aug 2019)
    Awarded for excellence in major subjects during the final year of M.B.,B.S.
  • Dr. Somabhai V. Trivedi Medal - Indian Medical Association (IMA), Ahmedabad Chapter (Aug 2019)
    Prestigious award for academic excellence during the final year of M.B.,B.S.
  • Dr. Motibhai D. Patel Medal - Gujarat University (Sep 2019)
    Gold medal for achieving the highest marks in Surgery.
  • Dr. Bhailal Nagindas Doctor Medal - Gujarat University (Sep 2019)
    Gold medal for highest marks in major subjects in the third year of M.B.,B.S.
  • Dr. Atul J. Sheth Medal - Smt. N.H.L. Municipal Medical College (Sep 2019)
    Awarded for exemplary performance in the final year of M.B.,B.S.
  • Late Dr. Amrish Jagmohandas Parikh Medal - Gujarat University (Sep 2019)
    Gold medal awarded for exceptional academic performance in the third year of M.B.,B.S.
  • International Headache Society (IHS) Travel Grant (Sep 2019)
    Awarded £1,000 to present research at the 19th Congress of the IHS.
  • Resident of the Month Award (Aug 2022)
    Recognition for outstanding dedication and exemplary performance as a resident.
  • Best Poster Award - Louisiana Gastroenterology Society (Apr 2023)
    Awarded for the winning poster at the ACG/LGS Regional Postgraduate Course 2023.

Volunteer Experience

07/2021 – 06/2024
LSU Health Science Center, Shreveport, LA

  • Volunteered in community health initiatives, including the Cancer Survivor Walk, Walk to End Lupus, and the Black Family Wellness Expo.
  • Assisted in health screenings and provided health education to underserved communities.
  • Promoted blood donation drives in collaboration with other volunteers to maximize outreach.
  • Created a user-friendly web page listing essential hospital contact numbers, enhancing efficiency in communication.


03/2021 – 05/2021
COVID Warriors, Ahmedabad, India

  • Joined a team of volunteers during the COVID-19 second wave to provide support and create a live database of available resources such as oxygen and hospital beds.
  • Served as a medical officer, triaging patients in temporary dome hospitals and assisting in the distribution of remdesivir and oxygen.
  • Engaged in effective communication, managed logistics with limited resources, and demonstrated teamwork in a crisis setting.


11/2019 - 11/2019
Sharda Vidhya Mandir, Ahmedabad, India

  • Volunteered as a medical officer at a health check-up camp for uninsured community members, providing essential healthcare services.


01/2019 - 01/2019
Pulse Polio Immunization Programme, Sanathal, India

  • Played an integral role in organizing vaccination booths and actively engaged with the local community to raise awareness about immunization.
  • Assisted in administering polio vaccines to children under five, maintaining registries, and ensuring cold chain integrity.
  • Developed skills in communicating with diverse populations, managing limited resources, and working as part of a team to achieve a public health goal.

Publications

  • Patel MV, Patel DM, Patel DK, et al. Inflammatory bowel diseases presenting as pyrexia of unknown origin without bowel symptoms: A case series. Indian J Gastroenterol. 2024. PMID: 38896351.
  • Shah P, Searcy K, Dhaliwal LS, et al. The long-term effects of COVID-19 on elevated liver function tests and outcomes. Gastroenterology. 2022;162(7). PMID: PMC9212432.
  • Patel DM, Patel F, Zia H. Pancreatic metastasis of renal cell carcinoma: A case report and literature review. Am J Gastroenterol. 2023;118(10S).
  • Husain K, Patel DM, Shah P, et al. Secondary sclerosing cholangitis following severe burn injury. Am J Gastroenterol. 2023;118(10S).
  • Patel MV, Patel DM, Patel MM, et al. A rare case of benign recurrent intrahepatic cholestasis (BRIC) presenting as an unexplained cholestatic jaundice. Am J Gastroenterol. 2022;117(10S).
  • Vyas A, Hafiz N, Patel DM, et al. Suspect the unsuspected: An unusual case of a small gastric ulcer presenting as metastatic breast cancer. Am J Gastroenterol. 2022;117(10S).
  • Garikipati S, Patel DM, Samant H. Two concurrent genetic disorders leading to liver cirrhosis. Am J Gastroenterol. 2022;117(10S).
  • Patel DM, Panchal YN, Patel MM, et al. Clinical and endoscopic features of pill-induced esophagitis. Int J Basic Clin Pharmacol. 2022;11(2):122-127.
  • Gurumukhani JK, Patel HD, Patel DM, et al. Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome following blood transfusion: A rare case report with literature review. Open Neurol J. 2021;15(1):31-36.
  • Patel DM, Gurumukhani JK, Patel MV, et al. Adrenocortical crisis triggered by levothyroxine in an unrecognized autoimmune polyglandular syndrome type-2: A case report with review of the literature. Curr Drug Saf. 2021;16(1):101-106. PMID: 32851966.
  • Gurumukhani JK, Patel DM, Shah SV, et al. Negative impact of vestibular suppressant drugs in diagnostic provocative positional tests of benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. Ann Indian Acad Neurol. 2021;24(3):367-371. PMID: 34446999.
  • Patel NG, Patel DM, Patel MV, et al. Diagnostic value of dynamic high-frequency ultrasound for the slipping rib and twelfth rib syndrome: A case series with review. Curr Med Imaging. 2021;17(4):459-463. PMID: 33019936.
  • Gurumukhani JK, Patel DM, Patel MV, et al. Short-lasting unilateral neuralgiform headache attacks with conjunctival injection and tearing (SUNCT) status-like condition: A rare case report and review of the literature. Open Neurol J. 2020;14(1):74-78.
  • Patel DM, Gurumukhani JK, Patel MV, et al. Short-term efficacy of modified Epley’s maneuver assisted by visual aid dynamic device versus unassisted maneuver for the treatment of posterior canal BPPV. Curr Drug Ther. 2020;15(5):543-547.
  • Hadakshi RK, Patel DM, Patel MV, et al. Association between socioeconomic status and influenza-like illness: A study from western part of India. J Family Med Prim Care. 2020;9(9):4587-4591. PMID: 33209768.
  • Patel DM, Patel MV, Gurumukhani JK, et al. Hypoglycemic hemiparesis masquerading as ischemic stroke: When guideline fails. Curr Drug Ther. 2020;15(4):420-422.
  • Patel MM, Patel DM, Patel MV, et al. Hydroxychloroquine-induced DRESS (drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms) mimicking SARS-CoV-2 illness: A case report with review. Coronaviruses. 2020;2(4):521-526.
  • Parmar RC, Patel DM, Patel MV, et al. Medicated adhesive dressing is a safe and non-inferior cutaneous seal compared to compound tincture benzoin dermal seal for percutaneous interventions. J Family Med Prim Care. 2019;8(7):2384-2388. PMID: 31463262.
  • Patel DM, Patel MV, Sharma KH, et al. Post chikungunya chronic arthritis: Systemic inflammatory status triggering acute coronary syndrome. Curr Rheumatol Rev. 2019;15(3):229-233. PMID: 30112995.
  • Patel DM, Gurumukhani JK, Patel MV, et al. Phenytoin-induced chorea: A rare adverse effect of the drug. Curr Drug Saf. 2019;14(1):51-52. PMID: 30381086.
  • Patel DM, Patel MV, Patel AD, et al. Non-uremic calciphylaxis: A rare and late adverse reaction of warfarin. Curr Drug Saf. 2019;14(3):246-248. PMID: 30834840.
  • Patel MV, Patel DM, Chauhan DB. A case of bilateral medial medullary infarction presented as quadriplegia. GCSMC J Med Sci. 2016;5(1):83-84.
  • Patel DM, Patel MV, Mishra R, et al. A rare case of common krait envenomation presented with locked-in syndrome masquerading as brain death. Saudi Crit Care J. 2018;2(1):10-11.
  • Patel DM, Patel MV, Garg AV. Topiramate-induced serious ocular side effects. J Assoc Physicians India. 2018;66(Correspondence):79. PMID: 31331158.
  • Patel DM, Patel MV, Rajput SL, Sharma KH. Pinpoint Localized Odynophagia (PLO) as a specific symptom of pill-induced oesophagitis (PIO) in the evaluation of acute retrosternal chest pain. Curr Drug Saf. 2018;13(3):171-175. PMID: 29485007.

Poster Presentations

  • Patel SH, Patel NB, Gundlapalli H, Kondapavuluru RS, Ali K, Patel DM, Irfan S, Panchal V, Kanumuri SK, Deshmukh S, Gami N, Balderas V, Bello F, Memon J. ACG 2024. Poster presented: An Extremely Rare Cause of Lower Gastrointestinal Bleeding: Dieulafoy's Lesion Of Rectum. Philadelphia, PA, United States of America; 10/29/2024.
  • Patel SH, Patel NB, Patel DM, Gundlapalli H, Ali K, Guzman OA, Bhatti S, Kondapavuluru RS, Cho E, Memon J, Bello F, Balderas V. ACG 2024. Poster presented: An Extremely Rare Case of the Colorectal Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor Metastasized to Brain Presenting as Intractable Nausea and Unintentional Weight Loss. Philadelphia, PA, United States of America; 10/29/2024.
  • Patel SH, Patel NB, Patel DM, Gundlapalli H, Memon J, Balderas V. ACG 2024. Poster presented: An Extremely Rare Case of Dysphagia in Adults: Esophageal Duplication Cyst. Philadelphia, PA, United States of America; 10/29/2024.
  • Patel SH, Patel NB, Patel DM, Gundlapalli H, Memon J, Balderas V. ACG 2024. Poster presented: An Extremely Rare Case of Extra-Nodal Marginal Zone B-Cell Lymphoma in Transverse Colon Found During Screening Colonoscopy in an Asymptomatic Patient. Philadelphia, PA, United States of America; 10/29/2024.
  • Gundlapalli H, Patel SH, Patel NB, Patel DM, Memon J. ACG 2024. Poster presented: A Rare Case of Submandibular Gland Squamous Cell Carcinoma Metastasized to Small Intestine. Philadelphia, PA, United States of America; 10/29/2024.
  • Vyas A, Patel DM, Sachdeva K, Goyal R, Dies R, Arora K, Zia H. ACG 2024. Poster presented: An Unusual Case of Bleeding Infectious Duodenal Mass. Philadelphia, PA, United States of America; 10/29/2024.
  • Sachdeva K, Dhaliwal L, Goyal R, Raza D, Patel DM, Vyas A, Raza M, Rashid S, Zia H. ACG/LGS Regional Postgraduate Course 2024. Poster presented: Hospitalization Outcomes and Resource Utilization Post TIPS Procedures in Cirrhosis Patients with End-stage Renal Disease. New Orleans, LA, United States of America; 03/02/2024.
  • Patel DM, Patel F, Zia H. ACG 2023. Poster presented: Pancreatic Metastasis of Renal Cell Carcinoma: A Case Report and Literature Review. Vancouver, BC, Canada; 10/22/2023.
  • Hussain K, Patel DM, Shah P, Zia H. ACG 2023. Poster presented: Secondary Sclerosing Cholangitis Following Severe Burn Injury: A Case Report. Vancouver, BC, Canada; 10/22/2023.
  • Patel DM, Patel MM, Patel MV, Joshi V, Lakra R. ACP Internal Medicine Meeting 2023. Poster presented: A Rare Case of Acquired Hemophilia A Following COVID-19 Vaccination. San Diego, CA, United States of America; 04/28/2023.
  • Prajapati P, Patel DM, Shafqat S, Hussain K, Zia H. ACG/LGS Regional Postgraduate Course 2023. Poster presented: Idiopathic Colonic Varices: An Unusual Cause of Lower Gastrointestinal Bleed. New Orleans, LA, United States of America; 02/25/2023.
  • Patel DM, Patel MM, Patel MV, Parihar R, Vyas A. ACG 2022. Poster presented: A Rare Case of Benign Recurrent Intrahepatic Cholestasis (BRIC) Presenting as an Unexplained Cholestatic Jaundice. Charlotte, NC, United States of America; 10/25/2022.
  • Garikipati S, Patel DM, Samant H. ACG 2022. Poster presented: Two Concurrent Genetic Disorders Leading to Liver Cirrhosis. Charlotte, NC, United States of America; 10/25/2022.
  • Vyas A, Hafiz N, Patel DM, Raza SM, Pandit S. ACG 2022. Poster presented: Suspect the Unsuspected: An Unusual Case of a Small Gastric Ulcer Presenting as Metastatic Breast Cancer. Charlotte, NC, United States of America; 10/24/2022.
  • Shah P, Searcy K, Dhaliwal LS, Rehmani M, Patel DM, Raza D, Vyas A, Bhuiyan MAN, Mubashir M, Raza M, Rashid S, Papayannis I, Cai Q. Digestive Disease Week (DDW) 2022. Poster presented: The Long-term Effects of COVID-19 on Elevated Liver Function Tests and Outcomes. San Diego, CA, United States of America; 05/22/2022.
  • Patel DM, Patel MM, Patel MV. DIACON 2019: Annual Conference of Dia Care. Poster presented: A Case of Hypoglycemic Hemiparesis Masquerading as Ischemic Stroke. Ahmedabad, India; 09/28/2019.
  • Patel DM, Sharma R, Patel MV. IRACON 2017: Annual Conference of the Indian Rheumatology Association. Poster presented: Study of Serum Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH) as a Disease Severity Marker in Rheumatoid Arthritis. Lucknow, India; 11/30/2017.
  • Patel DM, Patel GR, Patel MV. Adrenaline Medical Conference, AMCON 2018. Poster presented: Bilateral Slipping Rib Syndrome: A Pain Mystery Resolved in a 42-year-old Female. Ahmedabad, India; 03/27/2018.
  • Patel DM, Modi PG, Patel MV. Adrenaline Medical Conference, AMCON 2017. Poster presented: Rheumatoid Arthritis Causing Arthrodesis of Atlantoaxial Joint Presenting as Compressive Cervical Myelopathy and Quadriplegia. Ahmedabad, India; 03/10/2017.
  • Patel DM, Patel MV, Garg AV. Adrenaline Medical Conference, AMCON 2016. Poster presented: A Rare Ocular Side Effect of Topiramate. Ahmedabad, India; 03/12/2016.

Oral Presentations

  • Patel DM, Patel S, Thakre A, Sharma S, Gandhi N. Acute Unilateral Anterior Uveitis as a Presenting Manifestation of Tertiary Syphilis in a Young Caucasian Male. Oral presentation: Annual Louisiana Resident and Student Meeting 2023; 02/04/2023. New Orleans, LA, United States of America.
  • Patel DM. Society Guidelines on Upper Gastrointestinal and Ulcer Bleeding. Oral presentation: Society Guidelines Meeting; 02/09/2023. Shreveport, LA, United States of America.
  • Patel DM, Patel MV. A Rare Case of Common Krait Envenomation Presented with Locked-in Syndrome Masquerading as Brain Death. Oral presentation: Joint International Conference (JIC) - 2019; 01/05/2019. Ahmedabad, India.
  • Patel DM, Patel GR, Patel MV. Serum Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH): A Useful Biochemical Marker for Diagnosing Megaloblastic Anaemia. Oral presentation: Adrenaline Medical Conference, AMCON 2018; 03/28/2018. Ahmedabad, India.
  • Patel DM, Patel MV, Rajput SL. Clinical Profile of Drug Induced Esophagitis (DIO). Oral presentation: Adrenaline Medical Conference, AMCON 2017; 03/11/2017. Ahmedabad, India.
  • Patel DM, Patel AD. Easy and Quick IV Fluid Drip Drop Rate Formula. Oral presentation: Adrenaline Medical Conference, AMCON 2016; 03/13/2016. Ahmedabad, India.

Language Proficiency

  • English : Advanced
  • Gujarati : Native
  • Hindi : Native
  • Urdu: Basic

Hobbies

  • Swimming
  • Playing Table Tennis
  • Origami – the art of folding paper and making different models.
  • Passionate about computers and technology; enthusiastic about exploring its various aspects.
  • Traveling and exploring different places and experiencing their culture and food.
  • Dancing – Traditional Gujarati Folk Dance – Garba.

Timeline

Chief Resident / Clinical Instructor

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
07.2024 - Current

Internal Medicine Resident

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
07.2021 - 06.2024

Primary Care Observer

North Clark Medical Group
02.2020 - 06.2020

Junior Resident

Zydus Medical College and Hospital
10.2019 - 01.2020

Student Observer

AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center
08.2019 - 08.2019

Student Observer

AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center
07.2019 - 07.2019

Internal Medicine Sub-Intern

Mount Sinai West Hospital,Icahn School of Medicine
12.2018 - 12.2018

Internship

Sheth Vadilal Sarabhai General Hospital
03.2018 - 03.2019

Chief Resident

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center

Internal Medicine Residency

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center

Medical School - M.B.,B.S.

Smt. N.H.L. Municipal Medical College

American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM), 2024 - Current

Louisiana Physician & Surgeon license, 2024 - current

Louisiana Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) License, 2024 - current

Drug Enforcement Administration license, 2024 - current

BLS and ACLS certification - current

Dhruvkumar Patel