Kepal N. Patel, MD, is a specialist in Endocrine Surgery and Head & Neck Surgery at NYU Langone Health. He has dedicated his career to providing comprehensive care for patients with complex endocrine tumors, particularly thyroid cancers. Dr. Patel completed his MD at Rutgers University and has extensive training, including a fellowship at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. He is the Jules Leonard Whitehill Professor of Surgery at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and holds several leadership roles, including Vice Chair of Faculty Development in the Department of Surgery and Chief of the Division of Endocrine Surgery. His research interests focus on the molecular pathogenesis of thyroid carcinoma, with an emphasis on identifying genetic mechanisms that predict tumor behavior and response to treatment. Dr. Patel is committed to developing personalized approaches to cancer care based on the unique characteristics of individual tumors. He actively collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes for his patients, providing holistic and innovative treatment options.
NYU Grossman School of Medicine • New York
Involved in clinical practice and education in the Department of Surgery, focusing on endocrine surgery.
Department of Surgery at NYU Grossman School of Medicine • New York
Responsible for faculty growth and development within the department.
NYU Langone Health • New York
Leads the division focused on the surgical treatment of endocrine diseases.