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Nilay Patel, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon with Wellstar since 2022.

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About Nilay Patel, MD

Nilay Patel, MD is an orthopedic surgeon with Wellstar Orthopedics & Sports Medicine. He is fellowship-trained in sports medicine and shoulder surgery. His clinical expertise includes arthroscopic procedures of the knee and shoulder, shoulder replacement, sports medicine, fracture care, and general orthopedics.

Dr. Patel received his medical degree from Albany Medical College. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of California, Irvine. He subsequently completed a fellowship in sports medicine and shoulder surgery at Keck Medicine of the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, California. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, and Arthroscopy Association of North America. 

Dr. Patel’s philosophy of care centers around personalized care, working with patients to make sure they understand their condition and treatment options so that they can make an informed decision that best aligns with their individual goals.
 

Specialties

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Education & Training

  • Albany Medical College

Degree

  • Doctor of Medicine

Residency

  • University of California, Irvine Medical Center

Fellowship

  • USC Orthopaedic Surgery Program

Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Hospital Affiliations

  • Wellstar Paulding Medical Center
  • Wellstar Cobb Hospital
  • Wellstar Douglas Hospital
  • Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
  • Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital

Languages spoken

  • English

Patient Reviews

Overall patient rating

4.8

Based on 598 patient ratings

I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
I'd recommend this practice to family and friends
Listened to me carefully
Shared the right amount of information
Earned my trust

All reviews have been submitted by patients after seeing the provider.For more information about the review system, check out this Learn more about our review system.

Patient Reviews

5

I love Dr Patel and his staff. They are top notch, friendly, professional, timely and they remember you from last visit. They take the time to understand your situation and work with your needs.

April 13, 2026

5

Professional and caring!

April 11, 2026

5

You guys " Did it again!" Thank you for providing me Excellent patient care. I highly recommend this medical practice.

April 11, 2026

5

Dr Patel and the office staff were great, so glad I chose this office and Dr Patel

April 10, 2026

5

The front desk and MA staff were very nice

April 6, 2026

5

Always friend and helpful staff

April 6, 2026

5

Everyone was kind and attentive, what a great experience.

April 3, 2026

5

Nice and Great bedside manner

April 3, 2026

5

It's always a pleasure visiting this office. From the person at the information desk, check in assistant , nurses, and definitely DR Patel, and all the way to the check out receptionist Excellent customer service. I feel so respected and appreciated. They really care about my health and well being

April 3, 2026

5

Dr. Patel and his staff were wonderful. Dr. Patel took the time to listen to my concerns and then he provided his expertise. He understood me and my concerns. Together we talked about what is best for me.

April 1, 2026

5

The Doctor and staff were all very knowledgeable and courteous.

March 30, 2026

5

Family member recommended me because of special time and treatment provided.

March 29, 2026

5

Dr Patel is very knowledgeable and explains things so I can understand them. He listens well.

April 1, 2026

4

Yes, I enjoyed myself. The doctor was good, the staff, the lady that took me and sent me back there, the nurse, everything is excellent. He's a great doctor. I recommend him to anyone in the world.

March 29, 2026

5

Found staff and doctor friendly, courteous and most helpful!

March 29, 2026

5

Everyone is so friendly

March 27, 2026

5

Great service and very informative as to my situation

March 22, 2026

5

From the front desk to my doctor Patel Everyone was awesome or more ....excellent !

March 21, 2026

5

Doctor staff very nice ! . and professional.

March 21, 2026

4

I felt that the appointment was rushed and could have used more time.

March 14, 2026

5

I Like Dr. Patel, he was very thorough and informative about my shoulder pain.

March 14, 2026

5

The doctor and entire staff were extremely professional. The doctor was extremely knowledgeable and very personable. My visit was a good experience.

March 13, 2026

5

I had an outstanding experience at my recent visit with Wellstar. From the moment I walked in the door until the time I left, every single person I interacted with provided exceptional service. The check-in clerk immediately set the tone for the visit. They were welcoming, efficient, and very personable, making the process smooth and stress-free. It's always appreciated when the first interaction is handled with professionalism and kindness. The medical technician was equally impressive-knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly experienced. They took the time to make sure I was comfortable and understood what they were doing, which helped put me at ease during the visit. The doctor was truly excellent. They were extremely thorough in examining my injured wrist and took the time to clearly explain what was happening, what the likely causes were, and most importantly, the plan to get my wrist healthy again. I appreciated the step-by-step explanation of the treatment approach and what we would do next. It's rare to find a physician who balances expertise with such a clear and caring communication style. Even the checkout process was top-notch. The exit clerk went above and beyond by helping coordinate my MRI scheduling and making sure my follow-up appointment was arranged after the imaging. They made what could have been a complicated process very easy. Every person I encountered was professional, personable, and highly capable. They are truly top-shelf professionals and great ambassadors for the Wellstar Healthcare brand. Experiences like this remind you how important a great medical team is. I'm very grateful for the care and attention I received.

March 13, 2026

5

Amazing staff. Friendly and thorough. Dr. Patel has always seemed to be in a good mood. Great "bedside manner".

March 12, 2026

5

Excellent care by Dr Patel. Very friendly and courteous care worked the reception/checkout staff. Thank you to all

March 11, 2026

5

The physician (Dr. Patel) and his team were exceptionally professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. From the moment I arrived, they made me feel welcomed and genuinely cared for. They listened attentively to my concerns, took the time to thoroughly explain my options, and worked diligently to get to the root cause of my problem rather than simply treating the symptoms. Their compassion, patience, and attention to detail truly stood out. I felt extremely comfortable, respected, and confident in the care I received.

March 5, 2026

5

Just the best

March 4, 2026

5

Dr Patel is a wonderful doctor. He took the time to assess my needs and was very thorough! I would recommend his care to anyone in need

March 4, 2026

5

Love my doctor and Nilay Patel and his staff. They are absolutely amazing. I will refer them to anybody. Best orthopedic practice ever.

February 24, 2026

5

Well, everybody was just really, really kind and Dr. Patel was just very knowledgeable, gave a very thorough examination. I had four x-rays, which is three more than I've ever had on my left knee. And it was shown and explained and everything, everybody, everybody, you know, his assistant, the x-ray technician, everybody was just really wonderful and delightful and it was just a really positive, very positive experience. I came home feeling really good about my knee, which was good anyway, about everybody that I had met. So thank you very much. Thank you.

February 24, 2026

5

I love Dr Patel and his staff. They are top notch, friendly, professional, timely and they remember you from last visit. They take the time to understand your situation and work with your needs.

April 13, 2026

5

Professional and caring!

April 11, 2026

5

You guys " Did it again!" Thank you for providing me Excellent patient care. I highly recommend this medical practice.

April 11, 2026

5

Dr Patel and the office staff were great, so glad I chose this office and Dr Patel

April 10, 2026

5

The front desk and MA staff were very nice

April 6, 2026

5

Always friend and helpful staff

April 6, 2026

5

Everyone was kind and attentive, what a great experience.

April 3, 2026

5

Nice and Great bedside manner

April 3, 2026

5

It's always a pleasure visiting this office. From the person at the information desk, check in assistant , nurses, and definitely DR Patel, and all the way to the check out receptionist Excellent customer service. I feel so respected and appreciated. They really care about my health and well being

April 3, 2026

5

Dr. Patel and his staff were wonderful. Dr. Patel took the time to listen to my concerns and then he provided his expertise. He understood me and my concerns. Together we talked about what is best for me.

April 1, 2026

5

The Doctor and staff were all very knowledgeable and courteous.

March 30, 2026

5

Family member recommended me because of special time and treatment provided.

March 29, 2026

5

Dr Patel is very knowledgeable and explains things so I can understand them. He listens well.

April 1, 2026

5

Found staff and doctor friendly, courteous and most helpful!

March 29, 2026

5

Everyone is so friendly

March 27, 2026

5

Great service and very informative as to my situation

March 22, 2026

5

From the front desk to my doctor Patel Everyone was awesome or more ....excellent !

March 21, 2026

5

Doctor staff very nice ! . and professional.

March 21, 2026

5

I Like Dr. Patel, he was very thorough and informative about my shoulder pain.

March 14, 2026

5

The doctor and entire staff were extremely professional. The doctor was extremely knowledgeable and very personable. My visit was a good experience.

March 13, 2026

5

I had an outstanding experience at my recent visit with Wellstar. From the moment I walked in the door until the time I left, every single person I interacted with provided exceptional service. The check-in clerk immediately set the tone for the visit. They were welcoming, efficient, and very personable, making the process smooth and stress-free. It's always appreciated when the first interaction is handled with professionalism and kindness. The medical technician was equally impressive-knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly experienced. They took the time to make sure I was comfortable and understood what they were doing, which helped put me at ease during the visit. The doctor was truly excellent. They were extremely thorough in examining my injured wrist and took the time to clearly explain what was happening, what the likely causes were, and most importantly, the plan to get my wrist healthy again. I appreciated the step-by-step explanation of the treatment approach and what we would do next. It's rare to find a physician who balances expertise with such a clear and caring communication style. Even the checkout process was top-notch. The exit clerk went above and beyond by helping coordinate my MRI scheduling and making sure my follow-up appointment was arranged after the imaging. They made what could have been a complicated process very easy. Every person I encountered was professional, personable, and highly capable. They are truly top-shelf professionals and great ambassadors for the Wellstar Healthcare brand. Experiences like this remind you how important a great medical team is. I'm very grateful for the care and attention I received.

March 13, 2026

5

Amazing staff. Friendly and thorough. Dr. Patel has always seemed to be in a good mood. Great "bedside manner".

March 12, 2026

5

Excellent care by Dr Patel. Very friendly and courteous care worked the reception/checkout staff. Thank you to all

March 11, 2026

5

The physician (Dr. Patel) and his team were exceptionally professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. From the moment I arrived, they made me feel welcomed and genuinely cared for. They listened attentively to my concerns, took the time to thoroughly explain my options, and worked diligently to get to the root cause of my problem rather than simply treating the symptoms. Their compassion, patience, and attention to detail truly stood out. I felt extremely comfortable, respected, and confident in the care I received.

March 5, 2026

5

Just the best

March 4, 2026

5

Dr Patel is a wonderful doctor. He took the time to assess my needs and was very thorough! I would recommend his care to anyone in need

March 4, 2026

5

Love my doctor and Nilay Patel and his staff. They are absolutely amazing. I will refer them to anybody. Best orthopedic practice ever.

February 24, 2026

5

Well, everybody was just really, really kind and Dr. Patel was just very knowledgeable, gave a very thorough examination. I had four x-rays, which is three more than I've ever had on my left knee. And it was shown and explained and everything, everybody, everybody, you know, his assistant, the x-ray technician, everybody was just really wonderful and delightful and it was just a really positive, very positive experience. I came home feeling really good about my knee, which was good anyway, about everybody that I had met. So thank you very much. Thank you.

February 24, 2026

4

Yes, I enjoyed myself. The doctor was good, the staff, the lady that took me and sent me back there, the nurse, everything is excellent. He's a great doctor. I recommend him to anyone in the world.

March 29, 2026

4

I felt that the appointment was rushed and could have used more time.

March 14, 2026

4

Yes, I enjoyed myself. The doctor was good, the staff, the lady that took me and sent me back there, the nurse, everything is excellent. He's a great doctor. I recommend him to anyone in the world.

March 29, 2026

4

I felt that the appointment was rushed and could have used more time.

March 14, 2026

5

I love Dr Patel and his staff. They are top notch, friendly, professional, timely and they remember you from last visit. They take the time to understand your situation and work with your needs.

April 13, 2026

5

Professional and caring!

April 11, 2026

5

You guys " Did it again!" Thank you for providing me Excellent patient care. I highly recommend this medical practice.

April 11, 2026

5

Dr Patel and the office staff were great, so glad I chose this office and Dr Patel

April 10, 2026

5

The front desk and MA staff were very nice

April 6, 2026

5

Always friend and helpful staff

April 6, 2026

5

Everyone was kind and attentive, what a great experience.

April 3, 2026

5

Nice and Great bedside manner

April 3, 2026

5

It's always a pleasure visiting this office. From the person at the information desk, check in assistant , nurses, and definitely DR Patel, and all the way to the check out receptionist Excellent customer service. I feel so respected and appreciated. They really care about my health and well being

April 3, 2026

5

Dr. Patel and his staff were wonderful. Dr. Patel took the time to listen to my concerns and then he provided his expertise. He understood me and my concerns. Together we talked about what is best for me.

April 1, 2026

5

The Doctor and staff were all very knowledgeable and courteous.

March 30, 2026

5

Family member recommended me because of special time and treatment provided.

March 29, 2026

5

Dr Patel is very knowledgeable and explains things so I can understand them. He listens well.

April 1, 2026

5

Found staff and doctor friendly, courteous and most helpful!

March 29, 2026

5

Everyone is so friendly

March 27, 2026

5

Great service and very informative as to my situation

March 22, 2026

5

From the front desk to my doctor Patel Everyone was awesome or more ....excellent !

March 21, 2026

5

Doctor staff very nice ! . and professional.

March 21, 2026

5

I Like Dr. Patel, he was very thorough and informative about my shoulder pain.

March 14, 2026

5

The doctor and entire staff were extremely professional. The doctor was extremely knowledgeable and very personable. My visit was a good experience.

March 13, 2026

5

I had an outstanding experience at my recent visit with Wellstar. From the moment I walked in the door until the time I left, every single person I interacted with provided exceptional service. The check-in clerk immediately set the tone for the visit. They were welcoming, efficient, and very personable, making the process smooth and stress-free. It's always appreciated when the first interaction is handled with professionalism and kindness. The medical technician was equally impressive-knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly experienced. They took the time to make sure I was comfortable and understood what they were doing, which helped put me at ease during the visit. The doctor was truly excellent. They were extremely thorough in examining my injured wrist and took the time to clearly explain what was happening, what the likely causes were, and most importantly, the plan to get my wrist healthy again. I appreciated the step-by-step explanation of the treatment approach and what we would do next. It's rare to find a physician who balances expertise with such a clear and caring communication style. Even the checkout process was top-notch. The exit clerk went above and beyond by helping coordinate my MRI scheduling and making sure my follow-up appointment was arranged after the imaging. They made what could have been a complicated process very easy. Every person I encountered was professional, personable, and highly capable. They are truly top-shelf professionals and great ambassadors for the Wellstar Healthcare brand. Experiences like this remind you how important a great medical team is. I'm very grateful for the care and attention I received.

March 13, 2026

5

Amazing staff. Friendly and thorough. Dr. Patel has always seemed to be in a good mood. Great "bedside manner".

March 12, 2026

5

Excellent care by Dr Patel. Very friendly and courteous care worked the reception/checkout staff. Thank you to all

March 11, 2026

5

The physician (Dr. Patel) and his team were exceptionally professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. From the moment I arrived, they made me feel welcomed and genuinely cared for. They listened attentively to my concerns, took the time to thoroughly explain my options, and worked diligently to get to the root cause of my problem rather than simply treating the symptoms. Their compassion, patience, and attention to detail truly stood out. I felt extremely comfortable, respected, and confident in the care I received.

March 5, 2026

5

Just the best

March 4, 2026

5

Dr Patel is a wonderful doctor. He took the time to assess my needs and was very thorough! I would recommend his care to anyone in need

March 4, 2026

5

Love my doctor and Nilay Patel and his staff. They are absolutely amazing. I will refer them to anybody. Best orthopedic practice ever.

February 24, 2026

5

Well, everybody was just really, really kind and Dr. Patel was just very knowledgeable, gave a very thorough examination. I had four x-rays, which is three more than I've ever had on my left knee. And it was shown and explained and everything, everybody, everybody, you know, his assistant, the x-ray technician, everybody was just really wonderful and delightful and it was just a really positive, very positive experience. I came home feeling really good about my knee, which was good anyway, about everybody that I had met. So thank you very much. Thank you.

February 24, 2026

5

I love Dr Patel and his staff. They are top notch, friendly, professional, timely and they remember you from last visit. They take the time to understand your situation and work with your needs.

April 13, 2026

5

Professional and caring!

April 11, 2026

5

You guys " Did it again!" Thank you for providing me Excellent patient care. I highly recommend this medical practice.

April 11, 2026

5

Dr Patel and the office staff were great, so glad I chose this office and Dr Patel

April 10, 2026

5

The front desk and MA staff were very nice

April 6, 2026

5

Always friend and helpful staff

April 6, 2026

5

It's always a pleasure visiting this office. From the person at the information desk, check in assistant , nurses, and definitely DR Patel, and all the way to the check out receptionist Excellent customer service. I feel so respected and appreciated. They really care about my health and well being

April 3, 2026

5

Everyone was kind and attentive, what a great experience.

April 3, 2026

5

Nice and Great bedside manner

April 3, 2026

5

Dr. Patel and his staff were wonderful. Dr. Patel took the time to listen to my concerns and then he provided his expertise. He understood me and my concerns. Together we talked about what is best for me.

April 1, 2026

5

Dr Patel is very knowledgeable and explains things so I can understand them. He listens well.

April 1, 2026

5

The Doctor and staff were all very knowledgeable and courteous.

March 30, 2026

4

Yes, I enjoyed myself. The doctor was good, the staff, the lady that took me and sent me back there, the nurse, everything is excellent. He's a great doctor. I recommend him to anyone in the world.

March 29, 2026

5

Family member recommended me because of special time and treatment provided.

March 29, 2026

5

Found staff and doctor friendly, courteous and most helpful!

March 29, 2026

5

Everyone is so friendly

March 27, 2026

5

Great service and very informative as to my situation

March 22, 2026

5

From the front desk to my doctor Patel Everyone was awesome or more ....excellent !

March 21, 2026

5

Doctor staff very nice ! . and professional.

March 21, 2026

5

I Like Dr. Patel, he was very thorough and informative about my shoulder pain.

March 14, 2026

4

I felt that the appointment was rushed and could have used more time.

March 14, 2026

5

The doctor and entire staff were extremely professional. The doctor was extremely knowledgeable and very personable. My visit was a good experience.

March 13, 2026

5

I had an outstanding experience at my recent visit with Wellstar. From the moment I walked in the door until the time I left, every single person I interacted with provided exceptional service. The check-in clerk immediately set the tone for the visit. They were welcoming, efficient, and very personable, making the process smooth and stress-free. It's always appreciated when the first interaction is handled with professionalism and kindness. The medical technician was equally impressive-knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly experienced. They took the time to make sure I was comfortable and understood what they were doing, which helped put me at ease during the visit. The doctor was truly excellent. They were extremely thorough in examining my injured wrist and took the time to clearly explain what was happening, what the likely causes were, and most importantly, the plan to get my wrist healthy again. I appreciated the step-by-step explanation of the treatment approach and what we would do next. It's rare to find a physician who balances expertise with such a clear and caring communication style. Even the checkout process was top-notch. The exit clerk went above and beyond by helping coordinate my MRI scheduling and making sure my follow-up appointment was arranged after the imaging. They made what could have been a complicated process very easy. Every person I encountered was professional, personable, and highly capable. They are truly top-shelf professionals and great ambassadors for the Wellstar Healthcare brand. Experiences like this remind you how important a great medical team is. I'm very grateful for the care and attention I received.

March 13, 2026

5

Amazing staff. Friendly and thorough. Dr. Patel has always seemed to be in a good mood. Great "bedside manner".

March 12, 2026

5

Excellent care by Dr Patel. Very friendly and courteous care worked the reception/checkout staff. Thank you to all

March 11, 2026

5

The physician (Dr. Patel) and his team were exceptionally professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. From the moment I arrived, they made me feel welcomed and genuinely cared for. They listened attentively to my concerns, took the time to thoroughly explain my options, and worked diligently to get to the root cause of my problem rather than simply treating the symptoms. Their compassion, patience, and attention to detail truly stood out. I felt extremely comfortable, respected, and confident in the care I received.

March 5, 2026

5

Just the best

March 4, 2026

5

Dr Patel is a wonderful doctor. He took the time to assess my needs and was very thorough! I would recommend his care to anyone in need

March 4, 2026

5

Love my doctor and Nilay Patel and his staff. They are absolutely amazing. I will refer them to anybody. Best orthopedic practice ever.

February 24, 2026

5

Well, everybody was just really, really kind and Dr. Patel was just very knowledgeable, gave a very thorough examination. I had four x-rays, which is three more than I've ever had on my left knee. And it was shown and explained and everything, everybody, everybody, you know, his assistant, the x-ray technician, everybody was just really wonderful and delightful and it was just a really positive, very positive experience. I came home feeling really good about my knee, which was good anyway, about everybody that I had met. So thank you very much. Thank you.

February 24, 2026

5

Well, everybody was just really, really kind and Dr. Patel was just very knowledgeable, gave a very thorough examination. I had four x-rays, which is three more than I've ever had on my left knee. And it was shown and explained and everything, everybody, everybody, you know, his assistant, the x-ray technician, everybody was just really wonderful and delightful and it was just a really positive, very positive experience. I came home feeling really good about my knee, which was good anyway, about everybody that I had met. So thank you very much. Thank you.

February 24, 2026

5

Love my doctor and Nilay Patel and his staff. They are absolutely amazing. I will refer them to anybody. Best orthopedic practice ever.

February 24, 2026

5

Dr Patel is a wonderful doctor. He took the time to assess my needs and was very thorough! I would recommend his care to anyone in need

March 4, 2026

5

Just the best

March 4, 2026

5

The physician (Dr. Patel) and his team were exceptionally professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. From the moment I arrived, they made me feel welcomed and genuinely cared for. They listened attentively to my concerns, took the time to thoroughly explain my options, and worked diligently to get to the root cause of my problem rather than simply treating the symptoms. Their compassion, patience, and attention to detail truly stood out. I felt extremely comfortable, respected, and confident in the care I received.

March 5, 2026

5

Excellent care by Dr Patel. Very friendly and courteous care worked the reception/checkout staff. Thank you to all

March 11, 2026

5

Amazing staff. Friendly and thorough. Dr. Patel has always seemed to be in a good mood. Great "bedside manner".

March 12, 2026

5

I had an outstanding experience at my recent visit with Wellstar. From the moment I walked in the door until the time I left, every single person I interacted with provided exceptional service. The check-in clerk immediately set the tone for the visit. They were welcoming, efficient, and very personable, making the process smooth and stress-free. It's always appreciated when the first interaction is handled with professionalism and kindness. The medical technician was equally impressive-knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly experienced. They took the time to make sure I was comfortable and understood what they were doing, which helped put me at ease during the visit. The doctor was truly excellent. They were extremely thorough in examining my injured wrist and took the time to clearly explain what was happening, what the likely causes were, and most importantly, the plan to get my wrist healthy again. I appreciated the step-by-step explanation of the treatment approach and what we would do next. It's rare to find a physician who balances expertise with such a clear and caring communication style. Even the checkout process was top-notch. The exit clerk went above and beyond by helping coordinate my MRI scheduling and making sure my follow-up appointment was arranged after the imaging. They made what could have been a complicated process very easy. Every person I encountered was professional, personable, and highly capable. They are truly top-shelf professionals and great ambassadors for the Wellstar Healthcare brand. Experiences like this remind you how important a great medical team is. I'm very grateful for the care and attention I received.

March 13, 2026

5

The doctor and entire staff were extremely professional. The doctor was extremely knowledgeable and very personable. My visit was a good experience.

March 13, 2026

4

I felt that the appointment was rushed and could have used more time.

March 14, 2026

5

I Like Dr. Patel, he was very thorough and informative about my shoulder pain.

March 14, 2026

5

Doctor staff very nice ! . and professional.

March 21, 2026

5

From the front desk to my doctor Patel Everyone was awesome or more ....excellent !

March 21, 2026

5

Great service and very informative as to my situation

March 22, 2026

5

Everyone is so friendly

March 27, 2026

5

Found staff and doctor friendly, courteous and most helpful!

March 29, 2026

5

Family member recommended me because of special time and treatment provided.

March 29, 2026

4

Yes, I enjoyed myself. The doctor was good, the staff, the lady that took me and sent me back there, the nurse, everything is excellent. He's a great doctor. I recommend him to anyone in the world.

March 29, 2026

5

The Doctor and staff were all very knowledgeable and courteous.

March 30, 2026

5

Dr Patel is very knowledgeable and explains things so I can understand them. He listens well.

April 1, 2026

5

Dr. Patel and his staff were wonderful. Dr. Patel took the time to listen to my concerns and then he provided his expertise. He understood me and my concerns. Together we talked about what is best for me.

April 1, 2026

5

Nice and Great bedside manner

April 3, 2026

5

Everyone was kind and attentive, what a great experience.

April 3, 2026

5

It's always a pleasure visiting this office. From the person at the information desk, check in assistant , nurses, and definitely DR Patel, and all the way to the check out receptionist Excellent customer service. I feel so respected and appreciated. They really care about my health and well being

April 3, 2026

5

Always friend and helpful staff

April 6, 2026

5

The front desk and MA staff were very nice

April 6, 2026

5

Dr Patel and the office staff were great, so glad I chose this office and Dr Patel

April 10, 2026

5

You guys " Did it again!" Thank you for providing me Excellent patient care. I highly recommend this medical practice.

April 11, 2026

5

Professional and caring!

April 11, 2026

5

I love Dr Patel and his staff. They are top notch, friendly, professional, timely and they remember you from last visit. They take the time to understand your situation and work with your needs.

April 13, 2026

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Nilay Patel, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon with Wellstar since 2022
Rating
4.8
Specialties
Orthopedic Surgery
Education
Doctor of Medicine
Medical School
Albany Medical College
Residency
University of California, Irvine Medical Center
Fellowship
USC Orthopaedic Surgery Program
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Spoken Languages
English
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Paulding Medical Center
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Wellstar Douglas Hospital
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital
Office Locations
www.wellstar.org/physicians/nilay-patel-md
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