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Alpen Patel, MD

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Age Groups Seen
- Child 0-14
- Adolescent 14-18
- Adult >18
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Alpen Patel
Professional Statement
Dr. Alpen Patel was raised in Katy, Texas, and attended Tulane University. He later earned his M.D. with honors from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. Dr. Patel completed his internship and residency in otolaryngology–head and neck surgery at the University of Minnesota Hospital in Minneapolis–St. Paul.
In 2002, he joined the faculty at George Washington University in Washington, D.C., where he founded the George Washington University Allergy and Sinus Center. He later joined the Emory University Department of Otolaryngology in 2006 and helped establish the Emory Sinus, Nasal and Allergy Center. In 2009, Dr. Patel joined the Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group, serving as the lead physician for hospital utilization in Baltimore and as a medical director for the organization. In 2019, he entered private practice and joined Total ENT Care in the Baltimore area.
Dr. Patel is board certified in otolaryngology as well as sleep medicine. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) and the American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy (AAOA). He has served on the AAOA Board of Directors for more than a decade and is a past president of the organization. He has been recognized as a “Top Doc” in Baltimore Magazine for more than 10 years.
Locations
- LifeBridge Health ENT Sinus & Allergy Center
- 504 East Ridgeville Boulevard, Suite 110, Mount Airy, MD 21771
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- phone: 443-289-3459
Expertise
Education
- Residency: University of Minnesota Medical School, Otolaryngology, 2002
- Internship: University of Minnesota Medical School, 1998
- Professional Education: Baylor College of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine (MD), 1997
Board Certifications
- Sleep Medicine: American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 2012
- Otolaryngology: American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 2003
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
272 ratings, 95 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2026
Front office staff was difficult to reach via phone and took several hours to return my call. Also, VERY slow process to register once I arrived.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/21/2026
Very nice. Knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/17/2026
Great doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2026
Dr Patel and Lizzy were very friendly yet professional. Efficient, compassionate and respectful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2026
Yes, Dr. Patel and his staff were great. We really appreciated all his help and they were very professional and very friendly. They were great.
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2026
I thought he was very nice and very thorough. I just, when he left the room, I thought he was coming back, but he never did. The nurse came in and said, you're done. So that just made me concerned. Like I wanted to ask more questions, but then figured, okay, we're done. That's it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2026
Excellent staff and Dr. Patel takes his time and explains his treatment(s). Zero wait time for my appointment! On time and very professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2026
I have an unusual problem and I am confident that Dr. Patel will be able to diagnose it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2026
Dr Patel was reassuring in getting my sinus issues resolved
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2026
Very clear, helpful information. All of the staff mad me feel comfortable. I have already recommended Dr. Patel to others.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/26/2026
Dr Alpen made me feel very comfortable. His energy and personality made it feel like talking with an old friend more than a doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/24/2026
He recommended further testing at a different facility which he will review so I can't rate how satisfied I am with the provider at this time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2026
Very pleased with the professional service at Carroll Health
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/18/2026
Good experience, Dr. was very informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
The workers always greet me with a smile and name
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2026
Dr. Patel was just lovely. He took his time, listened to what I said and gave me valuable information for my health. Exceptional medical visit! Thank you!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2026
Loved Dr Patel and it was my first appt with him. Spent a bunch of time reviewing my medications and spoke about the pro's and cons of each something none of my other Dr's ever did. Found him incredibly engaging, extremely knowledgeable and very helpful. Would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a good ENT Dr!
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2026
He needs to give more opportunity for the patient to ask questions. It was difficult to get a word in edgewise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2026
The front office staff were extremely nice and helpful. Dr. Patel was absolutely amazing!! Unfortunately, the medical assistant was not pleasant. She had a very bad attitude and was rude, it felt like we were bothering her or an inconvenience to her. I gave the overall rating as a 5 because of the MA. I know everyone has bad days but it should never show towards the patients. I would rate the front office staff and Dr. Patel a 10/10, so very impressed with both of them!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2026
Really enjoyed Dr. Patel and his staff. Everyone was courteous, helpful, approachable, and friendly. 10/10 would definitely recommend.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/25/2025
Overall positive experience. However I had waited for a few weeks to see Dr. Patel. My pcp had already done a sleep study and this appointment was supposed to be next steps. When I was meeting with Dr Patel I was told that they did not have my sleep study report. I know my primary doctor should have sent it but this office should have followed up before my appointment. This was pretty much a waste of time for everyone involved.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/21/2025
Great experience with this provider.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/21/2025
I was really, really let down. I was told that if I needed help to give a call back, he would see me, but I think it was not him. I think it was the secretary. So I feel really bad that I was not given the opportunity to go back to him when he said that he would see me and a message.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2025
I liked this doctor very much and was very comfortable with him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2025
Dr Patel and staff are professional, intelligent and trustworthy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2025
Dr. Patel is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/14/2025
Dr. Patel treated me with care and respect. He listened to my ENT medical history intently and started a plan to alleviate my current situation with my ear disease.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2025
Dr. Patel is one of the best doctors I've experienced. His bedside manner exceptional. He explained everything in detail so it was easy to understand, gave me information to research and presented all options available for me. He genuinely cares about his patients and his staff was wonderful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/7/2025
Dr. Patel was great! I was a great appointment and I look forward to working with him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/7/2025
Knowledgeable. Communication clear and concise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr Patel is friendly, professional and explained everything he was doing. Was a very pleasant experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2025
Excellent experience!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
Dr Patel is awesome and very nice. He listens and respects your opinion/concerns. Staff is friendly but the new receptionist who does appointments is very nice and a welcome addition to the service. The nurse is very nice as well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/15/2025
He is so professional, polite and explain everything so clearly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2025
Dr Patel was very thorough and told me exactly what was possibly happening to my hearing need to get hearing test and then see him again for the results I was very pleased with his answers to my problem
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2025
Online check in was a challenge since I only have a cell phone
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
Not only did Dr Patel thoroughly address my medical issues, on the lighter side we also engaged in conversation as one sports fan to another. It was much fun as we both were knowledgeable and well versed on what's currently going on in the NFL?
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
Was promised follow up and action items--hasn't happened, yet.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/26/2025
A fantastic, personable experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
Dr. Patel is great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/19/2025
Totally professional, efficient and compassionate staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/19/2025
Great care from the Receptionist to Lizzie and Dr. Patel, in-office.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2025
The doctor was fine. No complaint with Dr. Patel. The person who took me back to the room was questioning my 2 medications for nausea like I was a drug addict. She said, "where are you getting this stuff?" I didn't understand why I had to explain where I was getting medication for nausea. It was awkward, and made me uncomfortable. I wasn't feeling well as it was. I had already been to the ER, and primary care for this issue. Got a referral to see this ENT. No one was aware of this apparently. I had been to neurology as well. Excluding my primary care, all of this is in the lifebridge system (ER and neurology). No reason to be questioned about antiemetics when I'm being seen for nausea related issues. I don't get it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2025
Thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
This was my first time with Dr. Patel. I had to travel further than I usually do for care but I'm glad I did. I will definitely stay as his patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
The provider was the GOAT, the greatest of all time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
I was very impressed with Doctor Patel and his assistant who both were very friendly, patient, and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2025
The doctor listened to my questions and answered all of them thoroughly. He got back to me the very next day with the answer to something he didn't know at thetime. It was a very pleasant visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2025
Thanks for the medical care...very good Not sure why receptionist was not friendlier...off putting considering how nice everyone else was...maybe just a bad day...Appreciate the exam and advice...
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/22/2025
Everyone was so kind and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/21/2025
I have already recommended Dr.Patel to a family member who was looking for an ENT and highly recommend him to anyone else. I got more very helpful information and a treatment plan in this one visit from Dr. Patel than I did in all the years put together from my previous office.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
My visit with Dr. Patel was great. His communication skills are excellent and I felt very comfortable discussing my concerns with him. He was able to diagnose my problem and set up a plan to resolve it all in my initial visit. I feel that Dr. Patel is very caring and trustworthy. My experience with Dr. Patel was excellent.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
I arrived late and everyone graciously arranged to see me. They didn't have to do that.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/1/2025
Dr Patel never made feel rushed, always listened attentively and was optimistic and excited to fix my issue. 10/10 worth the hour drive each way!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2025
Dr Patel was very informative and a pleasure to speak to.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2025
Provider took time to explain things clearly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2025
Dr Patel was compassionate, kind and understanding. Spoke in easy to understand language.... One of the nicest doctors I've ever met
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2025
He was very nice and explained everything.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2025
Dr. Patel is very knowledgeable and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2025
Dr. Patel and the staff were professional, courteous, and helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/3/2025
I had a very pleasant and successful experience. I would most certainly recommend anyone for ENT issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
He was very helpful. Even informed me of what I could buy to limit the blood accumulation in my nose.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2025
I enjoyed my experience with Dr.Patel and his staff. I definitely love Dr. Patel bedside manner. He was friendly, confident, sympathetic to my ordeal and explanatory in layman terms. What an amazing doctor you have on staff. His staff reflects his character and attributes. Excellent and quality service.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2025
HIGHLY RECOMMEND, Great Staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/27/2025
Dr. Patel is very knowledgeable and equally kind, patient, and helpful.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/27/2025
My appointment time was 3, I was not seen until 3:40. No one came in to let me know there was a delay or when I would be seen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2025
Great experience and staff at this location
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
Dr Patel was extremely thorough and cared about everything I had to say. He gave me ample time and I never felt rushed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2025
I had seen another ENT in the area. I wanted to try a new doctor. Dr. Patel is fabulous, so glad I selected him. He is kind so personable, takes his time to know you and explains his thoughts. He is gentle when doing procedures and talks you thru every step. He makes a plan with you and will follow up on your progress. He definitely gets my referrals.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2025
Dr. Patel was very knowledgeable and personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2025
I wish I'd known about him sooner!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
Easy to make appointment and no long wait and blood works done without coming back
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/6/2025
Dr. Patel and the staff were friendly, courteous and knowledgeable . They made my visit stress free.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2025
This was my first visit. They wouldn't be expected to know my history of help. May want to add line for N/A
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2025
Our first visit with Dr. Patel made my husband and I feel comfortable and in good knowledgeable medical hands.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2025
Dr.Patel is very nice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2025
Dr Patel and his staff were very professional and treated me with upmost respect and made me feel at home and showed that they cared
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2025
Excellent, I was glad I went to see Dr. Patel
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/21/2025
I can't say enough good about this practice. Everyone treated us with kindness and patience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2025
Dr. Patel is patient, knowledgeable, and kind. He takes the time to explain things in a way that's easy to understand, which I really appreciate. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of an ENT.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2025
Very good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
Kudos.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/14/2025
Dr Patel , thank you for being so attentive and for clearly explaining everything during my visit, I felt well care for and informed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2025
One of the best medical experiences over the years. I am glad I decided to switch providers.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
First time seeing ENT. Great experience!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
Dr.Patel was one of if not the best Doctors I have ever had the pleasure of dealing with. He did not rush the appointment and made sure he covered every aspect needed to complete my visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2025
Dr. Patel was so very kind and gentle with my son who has Diwn Syndrome.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
Thank you for everything. GAH
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
Dr. Patel really listened to my history and took the time to explain everything to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/25/2025
Better than expected. Dr very easy to talk to great concern for what I was dealing with and provided step by step plan to attack . Best bedside manner I've experienced!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/19/2025
Very personable doctor... felt very comfortable even though it was my first time seeing him!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/18/2025
I love my doctor and his staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/12/2025
Dr Patel is amazing, I've already told several local friends and family members about how great my experience was
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2025
Dr. Alpen Patel is one of the best ENTs I have encountered. He is very friendly and made my entire experience a pleasant one. His staff is very courteous, too.