Dr. Jatin Patel

Dr. Jatin Patel is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology. He established Arthritis & Rheumatology Center, P.C., in Georgia, and has led the practice for 13 years, providing care to patients in Canton, Cumming, Kennesaw, Lawrenceville, Roswell/Alpharetta, Suwanee/Johns Creek, and Woodstock. He sees patients at the Roswell/Alpharetta and Cumming offices and focuses on the management of rheumatic diseases, emphasizing patient-centered care.

Dr. Patel’s clinical interests include Osteoarthritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Scleroderma, Vasculitis, Musculoskeletal Ultrasound, and Platelet-Rich Plasma therapies. His expertise shapes the advanced care provided at the center for those who need specialized rheumatology services.

He is committed to delivering high-quality healthcare for complex medical conditions, always considering each patient’s unique needs. He stays current with medical developments to offer the most effective treatment options available.

Patel values timely diagnosis and early intervention as important elements in improving patient outcomes. His approach aims to reduce discomfort and help maintain function, guiding care throughout the practice.

He has gained experience in patient management, healthcare delivery, and rheumatology. His knowledge supports the practice’s mission of offering reliable and comprehensive care.

Jatin Patel, MD, and his team treat a wide range of rheumatic diseases, such as Ankylosing Spondylitis, Bursitis, Tendonitis, Gout, Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, Myositis, Metabolic Myopathy, Osteoarthritis, Osteoporosis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Scleroderma, Sjogren’s Disease, Soft Tissue Disorders, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, and Vasculitis.

He has helped develop the center into a full outpatient facility that includes infusion therapy, a CLIA-certified lab, X-rays, MRI, clinical trials, and an in-house dispensary. This comprehensive setup ensures patients have access to all rheumatology care in a single location.

Patel has received recognition, including Alpharetta’s Best Doctor in Rheumatology 2017 and Castle Connolly Best Doctor 2023. He earned first prize in the American College of Rheumatology Image Competition in 2012, an honor for clinical images that supports the ACR Image Library.

He has published research in national and international journals and has presented his work at the American College of Physicians national meetings and the American College of Rheumatology workshops.

Patel is a member of organizations including the American College of Rheumatology, the American College of Physicians, the National Arthritis Foundation, the International Society for Clinical Densitometry, and the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine.

He completed his medical education at C.U. Shah Medical College in western India and his internal medicine residency at Jersey Shore University Hospital in New Jersey. Jatin Patel, MD, completed a Rheumatology fellowship at Drexel University/Hahnemann Hospital, where he gained clinical experience in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound and earned Certification in Registered Musculoskeletal Sonography.

He has contributed to medical research and patient causes by donating $150,000 to Boston Children’s Hospital for research in 2015 and 2016 and $5,000 to the National Psoriasis Foundation in 2025.

His parents, both physicians, inspired him to pursue medicine. Early experiences accompanying his father on patient visits helped shape his values and commitment to care.

Dr. Jatin Patel enjoys spending time with his family, who moved with him to Georgia and became part of the local community. He likes running, traveling, watching soccer, and exploring new foods.