About
Dr. Chirag Patel grew up in Enterprise, Alabama, graduating as valedictorian from Enterprise High School. He earned his undergraduate degree at The University of Alabama at Birmingham, where he received the title of Mr. UAB. He then completed a dual MD/MBA at The University of Alabama School of Medicine. His residency training in Family Medicine took place at UAB Family Medicine in Huntsville.
Dr. Patel founded Connect Health DPC to practice medicine on his own terms. He focuses on chronic disease management, preventive care, and acute illness alongside services like hormone replacement therapy and weight loss management. He treats conditions including diabetes, hypertension, and thyroid disorders. Patients on Healthgrades consistently describe him as attentive, responsive, and genuinely caring. Outside the clinic, Dr. Patel is married to a fellow family medicine physician. They have a daughter and a son. He enjoys golfing, weight lifting, and time with his family.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (Mr. UAB)
Medical School
The University of Alabama School of Medicine (MD/MBA)
Residency
Family Medicine, UAB Family Medicine in Huntsville
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Patel right for?
Dr. Patel works well with adults and families seeking a consistent, relationship-driven approach to primary care. Patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, or thyroid disorders benefit from his focus on long-term management and preventive care. He also serves patients interested in weight loss management or hormone replacement therapy. Anyone who wants direct access to their physician, including same-day visits and personal follow-up calls, fits well in his practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Patel treats a broad range of conditions in family medicine. His clinical focus includes diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disorders, and other chronic conditions. He also handles acute illnesses, infections, and minor injuries. Additionally, Dr. Patel offers weight loss management and hormone replacement therapy.
Dr. Patel completed his Family Medicine residency at UAB Family Medicine in Huntsville. He holds an MD/MBA from The University of Alabama School of Medicine. His training focused on comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages.
Dr. Patel earned his MD/MBA from The University of Alabama School of Medicine. He completed his residency in Family Medicine at UAB Family Medicine in Huntsville. Before medical school, he studied at The University of Alabama at Birmingham, where he was named Mr. UAB.
Yes. Dr. Patel makes himself directly available to members by phone, text, and email. He also provides personal follow-up calls after visits when appropriate. This direct access is a core part of how he practices medicine at Connect Health DPC.
Yes. Dr. Patel offers telehealth visits as part of every membership. Members can schedule virtual appointments for many common concerns. Telehealth visits carry no copay, just like in-office visits.
Yes. Dr. Patel conducts home visits when they are medically indicated. After-hours visits are also available in appropriate circumstances. Members can discuss their needs directly with Dr. Patel to determine the best visit format.
Dr. Patel performs a range of in-office procedures at no additional cost to members. These include EKGs, joint injections, sutures, lesion removal, and IV fluids. All in-office procedures fall under the standard membership with no extra fees.
Dr. Patel built Connect Health DPC around a direct, personal relationship between physician and patient. He schedules 60-minute appointments to allow thorough conversations and individualized care plans. Patients describe him as attentive, flexible, and genuinely invested in their health.
Yes. Dr. Patel sees pediatric patients as part of the Connect Health DPC family plan. Children's memberships require at least one adult member in the household. He provides preventive care, physicals, and acute care for younger patients.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026