About
Dr. Ujwal Patel is a board-certified Family Medicine physician and the founder of Raya Whole Health in Brookhaven, Georgia. He earned his medical degree from the University of Medicine and Health Sciences in St. Kitts. He completed his Family Medicine residency at MercyOne in Des Moines, Iowa. There, he cared for patients across all age groups and managed complex chronic conditions. He brings over seven years of clinical experience to his practice.
After residency, Dr. Patel worked in urgent care across the Metro-Atlanta area. That experience sharpened his belief that primary care works best when a doctor truly knows each patient's story. He founded Raya Whole Health to build exactly that kind of practice. His clinical focus includes diabetes, hypertension, anxiety, depression, high cholesterol, and weight management. He is passionate about preventive care and helping patients take active ownership of their long-term health. Dr. Patel lives in Brookhaven with his family. He is a father of two, a sports enthusiast, and an active member of his local community.
Education & Training
Medical School
University of Medicine and Health Sciences (St. Kitts)
Residency
Family Medicine, MercyOne, Des Moines, Iowa
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Patel right for?
Dr. Patel works well with adults managing ongoing conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or anxiety. Patients who want a consistent relationship with one physician benefit most from his approach. Families with children ages 5 and up can also join the practice under a family membership. Self-employed professionals and those with high-deductible plans find his flat monthly fee straightforward and predictable. Patients who want same-day access and direct communication with their doctor are a natural fit here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Patel treats a broad range of acute and chronic conditions. His clinical focus includes diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, anxiety, depression, and obesity. He also handles sick visits, preventive care, annual physicals, and weight management.
Yes. Dr. Patel holds board certification in Family Medicine. He completed his residency training at MercyOne in Des Moines, Iowa, and brings over seven years of clinical experience to his work at Raya Whole Health.
Dr. Patel earned his medical degree from the University of Medicine and Health Sciences in St. Kitts. He completed his Family Medicine residency at MercyOne in Des Moines, Iowa, where he trained in comprehensive primary care across all age groups.
Dr. Patel builds ongoing care plans tailored to each patient's specific history and goals. He keeps his panel intentionally small so he can offer consistent follow-up, longer appointments, and direct access between visits. Patients managing diabetes, hypertension, or anxiety benefit from this continuity.
Yes. Members reach Dr. Patel by text or phone call and typically hear back within minutes. This direct access is available for medical questions, prescription needs, and after-hours concerns.
Yes. Dr. Patel provides support for anxiety and depression as part of his primary care services. He takes time to understand each patient's full picture before developing a care approach.
Yes. Dr. Patel offers TeleVisits for members located anywhere in Georgia. Patients can also choose in-office visits or home visits depending on their preference and medical need.
Dr. Patel focuses on catching and addressing health risks early. He conducts thorough annual physicals, reviews lab work in detail, and builds wellness plans specific to each patient's lifestyle and goals. Longer appointments give him the time to do this well.
Doctor profile last updated August 16, 2026