Dr. Achal Patel M.D.
Neurosurgeon
301 University Blvd Utmb Division Of Neu Galveston TX, 77555About
Dr. Achal Patel practices Neurological Surgery in Galveston, TX. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Patel prevents, diagnoses, evaluates, and treats disorders of the autonomic, peripheral, and central nervous systems. Neurological Surgeons are trained to treat such disorders as spinal canal stenosis, herniated discs, tumors, fractures, and spinal deformities, among many others.
Education and Training
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine 2011
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