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Dr. Feenalie N. Patel, MD is a gastroenterologist in HOUSTON, TX specializing in adult gastroenterology. She graduated from University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine. Dr. Feenalie N. Patel, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist, Medical Center Endoscopy and TMH PHYSICIAN ASSOCIATES PLLC.
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy is the use of a special tool called a colonoscope (a thin, flexible tube with a camera on the end) to examine the inside of the colon and rectum. The tube is typically inserted anally, and it allows the physician to examine the large intestine from the inside. It may be done at any time to diagnose bowel problems, but routine colonoscopies are advised after the age of 50 to screen for colon cancer.
A colonoscopy may be performed to diagnose:
Patients may be asked to drink only liquids in the days before a colonoscopy, or they may be given an enema to remove residual fecal matter. Before the exam, patients are given medication to help them relax, and then lay on their side on a table. The scope is inserted into the anus and gently moved all the way through the large intestine. Air may be pumped into the intestine to improve the view for the physician. Any polyps that are found will be removed. Then the colonoscope will be withdrawn. A colonoscopy is not usually painful, but patients may feel some bloating or have some cramps right afterward. If patients have polyps removed, they might experience a small amount of bleeding. Any side effects should go away within a few hours.
Dr. Feenalie N. Patel, MD graduated from University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine. She completed residency at Indiana University Affiliated Hospitals. She has a state license in Texas.
Medical School: University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine
Residency: Indiana University Affiliated Hospitals
Licensed In: Texas
Dr. Feenalie N. Patel, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Feenalie N. Patel, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: CIGNA Open Access, United Healthcare PPO, United Healthcare POS, United Healthcare HMO, United Healthcare EPO, Blue Choice PPO, Blue Choice POS, First Health PPO, Aetna POS, Aetna QPOS, Aetna Workers' Compensation, Golden Rule, Best Doctors, Aetna Select, Aetna EPO, Trustmark , Aetna PPO, Aetna HMO, CIGNA Network, CIGNA PPO, Aetna Affordable Health Choices, Aetna Signature Administrators, CIGNA POS, CIGNA HMO, CIGNA EPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, CIGNA Choice Fund, CIGNA Indemnity, AARP, Medicare Advantage, Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, Blue Cross Blue Shield POS, Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, Three Rivers Provider Network, Coventry PPO, HealthSpring, US Family Health Plan, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Medicare, Railroad Medicare, Humana, Cigna, Molina Healthcare, WellPoint, Aetna Open Access, United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice), Humana Medicare Advantage PPO, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, CIGNA Network Open Access, PHCS PPO, MultiPlan PPO, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Aetna APCN Plus Multi-Tier HM Tier 2, GeoBlue, BCBS PPO GUIDESTONE, TRS-Care Standard ALT B II Group 485006, TRS-Care Standard ALT B I Group 485005, Community Health Choice PREMIER Gold, TRS-ActiveCare Fully Insured Plan-South Texas Region Group 295430, TX Annual Conf of UMC-UMR, Aetna Student Health, TRS-Care Standard ALT A II Group 485003, Aetna Transplant, TRS-ActiveCare Primary Group 385003, DEVOTED DUAL PLUS GREATER HOUSTON, DEVOTED CORE GREATER HOUSTON HMO, TRS-Care Standard Group 485000, UnitedHealthOne, TRS-Care Standard ALT A I Group 485002, Community Health Choice PREMIER Silver, Blue Essentials Access, UMR, TRS-ActiveCare Fully Insured Plan-West Texas Region Group 295781, TRS-ActiveCare 2 Group 385002, DEVOTED EXTRA GREATER HOUSTON (HMO), HAA Preferred Partners (International), Aetna Common Spirit Minimum Value Plan, BCBS PPO Wespath, Aetna Health Network, Aetna Managed Choice / Elect Choice, United Health Integrated Services, Aetna Meritain Hlth/Aetna Premier Care (APCN), Olympus Managed Care (International), DEVOTED PREMIUM (PRIME) GREATER HOUSTON (HMO), Aetna Medicare HMO Prime, Aetna Choice POS / Open Choice, Aetna Signature Administrators Allied Benefits, Blue Edge, Blue Essentials, Aetna International, Aetna Medicare Dual Complete Plan (HMO D-SNP), Aetna TX Pref Plus II Network, Blue Cross Blue Shield FEP Federal Employee Plan, DEVOTED GIVEBACK GREATER HOUSTON (HMO), TRS-Care Standard CMED Group 485001, TRS-ActiveCare HD Group 385000, Aetna Signature Administrators TX Annual Conf of UMC, TRS-ActiveCare Primary Plus Group 385001 and Aetna Premier Care Network.
According to our sources, Dr. Feenalie N. Patel, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Feenalie N. Patel, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 76 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Feenalie N. Patel, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in HOUSTON, TX.
Dr. Feenalie Patel's area of specialization is adult gastroenterology. Clinical interests for Dr. Patel include achalasia, colorectal cancer screening, and swallowing problems (dysphagia). Dr. Patel's average rating from her patients is 5.0 stars (out of 5). She accepts Trustmark, Aetna EPO, Blue California, and more. Before performing her residency at a hospital affiliated with Indiana University, Dr. Patel attended the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine for medical school. She is professionally affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital. Doctor.com reports that Dr. Patel is accepting new patients at her office in Houston, TX.
