Dr. Vivek Patel is a board certified, fellowship trained, cardiothoracic surgeon at Jupiter Medical Center’s Robson Heart and Vascular Institute. He believes in utilizing the newest techniques and minimally invasive procedures to allow his patients to live to their best potential.
He received his medical degree from Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute in Chennai, India, his cardiothoracic surgery training took place at Strong Memorial Hospital, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY and his fellowship in aortic surgery took place at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA. Prior to joining Jupiter Medical Center he served as an Assistant Professor of Surgery at UT Health East Texas and Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery.
Dr. Patel is experienced in the minimally invasive treatment of a variety of cardiothoracic disorders as well as robotic surgery procedures. He believes his primary responsibility is to protect his patients and provide care that will improve their quality of life.
