Chirag Thakor Patel

Always passionate about helping people, Dr. Chirag
Patel found medicine to be the most unique
way to be a vital part of people’s lives. He chose
gastroenterology as an evolving field, with many new
and innovative technologies and procedures being
developed to help patients live better.
Dr. Patel sees adults for the prevention, diagnosis
and treatment of conditions in the digestive system,
including the stomach, intestines, liver and pancreas.
He also performs screening colonoscopies. He
provides comprehensive care through both surgical
and non-surgical approaches. Dr. Patel believes
in building rapport with his patients, gaining their
trust before advising them on treatment plans. He
encourages everyone to follow a healthy diet and
exercise regularly.
A native of Charleston, WV, Dr. Patel is married with
two children. He enjoys spending time with his family
and traveling. He also likes all sports, especially
football and basketball.

Practice Focus
• General gastroenterology
and hepatology
• Colon cancer screening
• Diagnostic endoscopy and
colonoscopy
• Video capsule endoscopy
• Swallowing disorders
• Esophageal motility disorders
• Esophageal manometry,
wireless pH monitoring and
pH/impedance studies
• Gastroesophageal reflux
disease (GERD)
• Heartburn and stomach
ulcers
• Cirrhosis and other liver
diseases
• Pancreatic disorders
• Inflammatory bowel disease
(IBD), including Crohn’s disease
and ulcerative colitis
• Irritable bowel syndrome
(IBS)
• Chronic constipation
• Anorectal disorders