Neil Patel, MD

Primary Care Practitioner & Chief Health Officer (PCP & CHO)

Dr. Neil Patel is Patina’s Chief Health Officer, and has been a family doctor for nearly two decades. He guides Patina’s team of Primary Care Practitioners, Nurse Champions and Health Champions and ensures they have everything they need to give patients the healthcare and aging experience they deserve.

Dr. Neil, as his patients affectionately call him, joined Patina because he believes in taking the lead from his patients, honoring their expertise and wisdom and guiding them through the experience of aging. These beliefs have inspired Patina’s mission to create a new kind of primary care for adults 65 and over, one that completely reimagines the aging experience by prioritizing patients’ values, goals and preferences.

Dr. Neil graduated from Rutgers Medical School and completed his residency in family medicine at Boston University. He understands the importance of humility in the practice of medicine. In his eyes, healthcare is a gateway to helping people heal or age as confident leaders of their own journey. Patina’s care team is here to build that gateway for older adults, giving them greater strength in leading their own care.

Prior to joining Patina, Dr. Neil helped found a number of organizations, each of which aimed to improve primary care for people across the country. A father of three children, Dr. Neil enjoys spending time with his family.

DR. NEIL’S FAVORITE QUOTE:
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret Mead

Are you looking for a provider who considers your total health and well-being, and helps with care navigation, coordination and more? Schedule a visit today – appointments readily available!