About Dr. Patel
Dr. Rupal Patel is the founder and medical director of Orbis Vascular. He is a board-certified nephrologist and ASDIN Certified Interventionalist who brings over 25 years of experience in kidney care, dialysis access, and vascular access procedures.
As Medical Director, Dr. Patel’s vision for Orbis Vascular centers on providing compassionate, cutting-edge care, particularly for patients requiring complex vascular access management. His extensive expertise in Interventional Nephrology ensures patients receive comprehensive, coordinated care that optimizes long-term health and quality of life.
Education & Training
A distinguished graduate of the University of Texas in Austin with High Honors, Dr. Patel obtained his degree from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, graduating with Honors.
He completed his rigorous Internal Medicine Residency and Nephrology Fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine, establishing a strong foundation in complex renal and vascular care.
Areas of Expertise & Special Focus
Dr. Patel's practice is focused on the comprehensive care of kidney-related and vascular access issues, including:
- Surgical AV Fistula Creation
- Percutaneous / Endovascular AV Fistula Creation
- AV Graft Creation & Insertion
- Access for Hemodialysis
- Dialysis Catheter Insertion
- Catheter Exchange & Removal
- Complete Catheter Services
- Vein Mapping
- Fistula Maturation Management
- Angiograms & Angioplasties
- Central Venous Occlusion Treatment
- Steal Syndrome Treatment
- AVF Revision Procedures
- Aneurysm Resection & Repair