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Dr. Eshan Patel, MD

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Specializes in: Medical Oncology, Adult Oncology and Adult Hematology

American University of Antigua College of Medicine

Professional interests include: melanoma, ovarian cancer, breast cancer, and more.

95 Old Short Hills Road
West Orange, NJ 07052

1-888-724-7123

Dr. Eshan Patel, MD is a medical oncologist in Somerville, NJ specializing in medical oncology, adult oncology and adult hematology. He graduated from American University of Antigua College of Medicine. Dr. Eshan Patel, MD is affiliated with RWJBarnabas Health, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH), RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group and BARNABAS HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP PC.

Office Locations

Address:

30 Rehill Avenue Suite 2300
Somerville, NJ 08702

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30 Rehill Avenue Suite 2500
Somerville, NJ 08873

Address:

95 Old Short Hills Road
West Orange, NJ 07052

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Platelet Disorders

Platelet disorders are conditions caused by abnormally low or high levels of platelets in the blood, or by platelets that do not function correctly. Platelets are small blood cells that help stop bleeding by clumping together and forming blood clots, allowing the body to heal.

Thrombocytopenia is a disorder where people have too few platelets. With too few platelets in the bloodstream, the blood is unable to properly clot. People with thrombocytopenia may experience prolonged external and internal bleeding. Large purple bruises (ecchymoses) and small red skin spots (petechiae) in the skin and mouth are common in those with thrombocytopenia. Other symptoms of the disorder include bleeding gums, blood in bodily fluids, and fatigue. Thrombocytopenia most often arises from a different condition or treatment, such as alcoholism, autoimmune disease, cancer treatments, viruses (such as Hepatitis C and HIV), bone marrow diseases (such as leukemia and aplastic anemia), enlarged spleen, and exposure to toxic chemicals. In rare cases, thrombocytopenia is inherited.

Thrombocytosis is a disorder where people have too high of a concentration of platelets. Excess platelets can cause blood to clot in the veins. Blood clots in the veins are particularly dangerous, as they can obstruct blood flow and cause heart attacks and strokes. Thrombocytosis has two forms:

Thrombocythemia, also referred to as primary or essential thrombosis (ET), develops from irregular bone marrow cells that produce too many platelets. The cause of these bone marrow cells is unknown.
Reactive thrombosis (RT), also referred to as secondary thrombosis, arises from a different condition such as cancer, anemia, spleen removal, or infection. It is most common in older adults, but can occur in people of all ages. Symptoms of reactive thrombosis may gradually develop over time and typically include bruising, gum bleeding, and blood clotting.
Dysfunctional platelets are unable to perform the clotting function in the blood. People with dysfunctional platelets may have normal or low platelet counts. Causes of dysfunctional platelets include autoimmune disorders, hemolysis, infections, blood and bone marrow problems, and liver or kidney conditions.

If a doctor suspects a patient has a platelet disorder, a complete blood count (CBC) or platelet count test helps determine the concentration of platelets in a person's blood at a given time. Platelet disorders can be diagnosed by hematologists using advanced tests on platelet samples. Flow cytometry tests detect abnormalities by evaluating the characteristics of a platelet sample using targeted lasers and lights. Tests measuring prothrombin time (PT), or how long it takes for blood to clot, can also detect dysfunctional platelets. If platelets do not coagulate within a certain time frame, the patient most likely has dysfunctional platelets.

Treatments for low platelet counts include steroids like Prednisone, that can assist with platelet production. If a patient's low platelet count is caused by spleen problems, spleen removal (splenectomy) may be recommended. To treat the prolonged bleeding caused by thrombocytopenia, doctors frequently prescribe Dempressin, a hormone that promotes blood clotting. Antifibrinolytic medications such as tranexamic acid may also aid in the promotion of clotting and the prevention of bleeding. For patients with severe platelet disorders (either low platelet count and dysfunctional platelets), blood transfusions may be prescribed. Platelet blood transfusions deliver donated platelets to patients intravenously, replenishing the volume of functioning platelets.

Patients with high platelet counts are frequently prescribed a daily dose of over-the-counter medication aspirin. Platelet-lowering medications, such as hydroxyurea and Intron A, may reduce the likelihood of blood clot formation. Excess platelets may also be removed from the blood by a procedure called plateletpheresis or platelet reduction apheresis, where blood is drawn, circulated into a centrifuge that separates the blood components, and returned to the body with some platelets extracted. Plateletpheresis is a rare procedure reserved for patients who have severe clotting.

Patients can also modify their lifestyle to better manage their disorder and minimize complications. Patients with low blood counts should avoid blood-thinning medications, alcohol, and activities that could lead to injury. Patients with high blood count are advised to drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and to avoid smoking. Many people with platelet disorders can live healthy and fulfilling lives with proper treatment and precautions.

hospital care	209
inpatient care	209

**Gender**
Male	41
Female	58

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	39
Black	47
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	29
From 75 to 84	23
85 and over	18
Less than 65	29

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	23
Ischemic Heart Disease	63
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	59
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	45
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	30
Diabetes	66
Dementia	41
Cancer	12

doctor visit	19
hospital care	235
inpatient care	235

**Gender**
Male	43
Female	53

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	27
Black	53
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	36
From 75 to 84	28
85 and over	13
Less than 65	19

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	68
Depression	41
Chronic Kidney Disease	64
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	46
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	55
Dementia	27
Cancer	28

**Gender**
Male	103
Female	148

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	86
Black	121
Hispanic	24
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	101
From 75 to 84	76
85 and over	30
Less than 65	44

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	15
Ischemic Heart Disease	61
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	64
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	46
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	59
Dementia	32
Cancer	26

doctor visit	192
hospital care	344
inpatient care	344

**Gender**
Male	92
Female	100

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	105
Black	58
Hispanic	15
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	80
From 75 to 84	48
85 and over	42
Less than 65	22

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	15
Ischemic Heart Disease	56
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	56
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	33
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	47
Dementia	26
Cancer	32

doctor visit	722
hospital care	423
inpatient care	423

**Gender**
Male	106
Female	147

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	191
Black	25
Hispanic	0
Asian	16
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	90
From 75 to 84	100
85 and over	46
Less than 65	17

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	18
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	29
Heart Failure	32
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	35
Diabetes	41
Dementia	13
Cancer	41

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2017 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eshan Patel, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Eshan Patel, MD treated as a medical oncologist in Somerville, NJ were hospital care, inpatient care and blood draw.

blood draw	14
doctor visit	290
hospital care	379
inpatient care	379

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2017 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eshan Patel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	38
Female	50

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	30
Asian / Pacific Islander	1
Non-Hispanic White	44
Hispanic	3
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	27
85 and over	14
Less than 65	13
65 to 74	33

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eshan Patel, MD From 2017 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Eshan Patel, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	37
High Cholesterol	32
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	5
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	26
Atrial Fibrillation	8
Cancer	13
Dementia	13

Education & Training

Dr. Eshan Patel, MD graduated from American University of Antigua College of Medicine. He completed residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. He has a state license in New York.

Medical School: American University of Antigua College of Medicine

Residency: New York-Presbyterian Hospital

Licensed In: New York

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Eshan Patel, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

RWJBarnabas Health

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH)

RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group

BARNABAS HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP PC

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Eshan Patel, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Fidelis Care, Cigna, Aetna, EmblemHealth, Consumer Health Network, WellCare, CIGNA Medicare, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna Medicare, Aetna Better Health, Centivo, Clover Health and DOL.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Eshan Patel, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Fidelis Care

Cigna

Aetna

EmblemHealth

Consumer Health Network

WellCare

CIGNA Medicare

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield

Aetna Medicare

Aetna Better Health

Centivo

Clover Health

DOL

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Insurance Accepted by Affiliated Medical Group or Hospital:

Empire Blue Cross / Wellchoice: HMO, POS, PPO

Preferred Health Strategies PPO

Correctional Medical Services: HMO

Coventry / First Health: PPO

Multiplan / Private Healthcare Systems PPO

Three Rivers Provider Network PPO

NJ State Health Benefits: HMO, POS, PPO

United Healthcare: HMO, POS, PPO, Medicare

Wellpoint (formerly AmeriGroup): NJ Family Care Medicaid, Medicare HMO

Amerihealth: HMO, POS, PPO, Medicare, and Local Value Network

Medicaid

Horizon NJ Health: Medicaid and Medicare

Cigna: HMO, POS, PPO

United Healthcare Community Plan: Medicaid and Medicare

Medicare

Beech Street - Medichoice: PPO

USA Managed Care Organization, Inc.: PPO

Qualcare: HMO and PPO

Aetna Better Health

NJ Manufacturers PPO

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey: HMO, POS, PPO, Omnia, Indemnity, Medicare

Consumer Health Network: PPO

Devon Health Services: PPO

Magnacare PPO

Fidelis Care (formerly Wellcare of NJ): NJ Family Care Medicaid, Medicare HMO

Aetna: HMO, POS, PPO, Medicare

Oxford: HMO, POS, PPO, Medicare

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Ratings & Reviews

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-01-13

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Eshan Patel, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$68,227 CALQUENCE $51,375	TAGRISSO $9,131	IMFINZI $7,548	LYNPARZA $136	$36
Janssen Biotech, Inc.	$64,756 DARZALEX $31,496	TECVAYLI $16,406	IMBRUVICA $14,225	CARVYKTI $2,389	Erleada $170	Other $69
Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC	$2,408 DARZALEX $1,650	$758
Exelixis Inc.	$1,470 Cabometyx $1,470
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation	$575 TASIGNA $101	TAFINLAR $82	FEMARA $71	SCEMBLIX $24	TABRECTA $15	Other $283
Other	$2,893 XARELTO $239	Revlimid $225	JAKAFI $179	Xofigo $125	ELIQUIS $120	Other $2,004

**Types of Payments**
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$115,232
Consulting Fee	$9,842
Travel and Lodging	$7,710
Food and Beverage	$7,233
Education	$311

Research Payments

Dr. Eshan Patel, MD has received 2 research payments totaling $2,375.

Biography

Dr. Eshan Patel is a specialist in adult hematology, adult oncology, and medical oncology. Dr. Patel (or staff) is conversant in Gujarati and Hindi. Dr. Patel's areas of expertise include fallopian tube cancer, platelet disorders, and genitourinary cancer. His professional affiliations include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset. He graduated from American University of Antigua College of Medicine. For his professional training, Dr. Patel completed residency programs at New York-Presbyterian Hospital and a hospital affiliated with Weill Cornell Medical College. He takes Blue California, Fidelis Care, and Aetna, in addition to other insurance carriers. Doctor.com reports that he is accepting new patients at his office in Somerville, NJ.