Bijal Patel, MD

Bijal Patel, MD has extensive work experience in the field of nephrology, spanning multiple roles and organizations. In 2003, they began working as a Medical Expert Witness at Bijal V. Patel, M.D. In 2007, they became a Nephrologist and Partner at Balboa Nephrology, where they also served as President and Chairman of the Board. Bijal joined FRESENIUS MEDICAL CARE BALBOA, LLC in 2008 as a Medical Director for Peritoneal Dialysis. In 2012, they took on the role of Director of Home Dialysis Operations at Balboa Nephrology.

In 2016, Patel served on the Medical Advisory Board at Cricket Health. In 2018, they became the Joint Venture Manager at Fresenius Balboa LLC. Bijal then joined Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group in 2019 as the Chief of Nephrology. In 2020, they held the positions of Physician Home Champion at Fresenius Kidney Care and Physician Advisor at InterWell Health.

In 2022, Patel became the Medical Director of the HOME TRAINING CENTER OF SAN DIEGO at Fresenius Balboa Joint Venture. Bijal continues to hold these roles along with their leadership positions at Balboa Nephrology. Throughout their career, Patel has also been involved in advocacy and speaking engagements in the field of nephrology and healthcare.

Bijal Patel, MD has an extensive education history in the medical field. In 1995, they obtained their Medical Doctor (M.D.) degree from Temple University - Lewis Katz School of Medicine. Following this, they completed an Internship and Residency program in Internal Medicine at UC Irvine from 1999 to 2002.

In 2005, Dr. Patel pursued a Nephrology Fellowship at UC Irvine, focusing on the study of kidney diseases. During this time, they gained specialized knowledge and skills in nephrology.

In July 2020, Dr. Patel obtained a certification in Business of Healthcare Specialization from the University of Pennsylvania. This certification reflects their interest in healthcare management and innovation.

Currently, Dr. Patel is pursuing an MBA at The Johns Hopkins University, with a focus on Health Care Management, Innovation & Technology, and Public and Private Sector Leadership. This program, which started in 2020 and is expected to end in 2023, will equip Dr. Patel with advanced business knowledge and leadership skills in the healthcare industry.

Additionally, Dr. Patel has obtained board certification in Nephrology from the American Board of Internal Medicine, although the specific details regarding when and where they obtained this certification are not provided.