About
Dr. Yatish M. Patel earned his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from the University of Baroda Medical College in Gujarat, India in 1981. He completed a medical house officer residency at Waltham Weston Hospital and Medical Center before moving to Newton Wellesley Hospital, where he served as Chief Resident in Internal Medicine. He then completed a fellowship in Pulmonary Disease at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Boston from 1988 to 1990. He holds Diplomate certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Internal Medicine in Pulmonary Medicine.
Dr. Patel has practiced at the same Needham address for nearly three decades. He serves as Director of the Intensive Care Unit at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, a role he has held since 1986. He also holds hospital affiliations at Newton-Wellesley Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital. His clinical focus spans internal medicine, pulmonary medicine, and preventive care. He is passionate about helping patients build lasting healthy habits rather than simply treating illness after it develops. The American College of Chest Physicians, the American Medical Association, and the Massachusetts Medical Society all count him among their members. He earned the Patient Experience Award for Adult Primary Care Physicians in 2019.
Education & Training
Medical School
University of Baroda Medical College, Vadodara (Baroda), Gujarat, India - Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (1981)
Residency
Waltham Weston Hospital and Medical Center (Medical House Officer, 1985-1986); Newton Wellesley Hospital (Internal Medicine/Chief Resident, 1986-1988)
Fellowship
St. Elizabeth Hospital, Boston, MA - Pulmonary Disease (1988-1990)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Patel right for?
Dr. Patel is a strong fit for adults seeking a primary care physician with deep roots in a single community. Patients managing chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension benefit from his prevention-focused approach. His pulmonary training makes him especially well-suited for patients with respiratory concerns. Those who value direct, long-term physician relationships and 24/7 access will find his practice a natural home.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Patel treats a broad range of adult conditions, with particular focus on chronic disease management. His patients commonly include those with type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol. He also addresses pulmonary conditions, drawing on his fellowship training and his ICU directorship at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.
Yes. Dr. Patel holds Diplomate certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He also holds Diplomate certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine in Pulmonary Medicine, reflecting his dual specialty training.
Dr. Patel earned his medical degree from the University of Baroda Medical College in India in 1981. He completed residency training at Waltham Weston Hospital and Medical Center and then at Newton Wellesley Hospital, where he served as Chief Resident. He completed a Pulmonary Disease fellowship at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Boston in 1990.
Dr. Patel has practiced at the same Needham address for 29 years. That long-term presence has allowed him to build deep, continuous relationships with his patients.
Yes. Dr. Patel serves as Director of the Intensive Care Unit at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, a role he has held since 1986. He also holds affiliations at Newton-Wellesley Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital.
Dr. Patel focuses on prevention and collaboration. He works with each patient to identify real barriers to healthy habits and develops practical plans for lasting change. His goal is to help patients stay well, not just treat illness after it develops.
Yes. Dr. Patel earned the Patient Experience Award for Adult Primary Care Physicians in 2019. The award reflects his commitment to patient-centered care throughout his career.
Dr. Patel holds membership in the American College of Chest Physicians, the American Medical Association, and the Massachusetts Medical Society. These affiliations reflect his engagement with both internal medicine and pulmonary medicine communities.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026