Dr. Jatin Patel is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology. He specializes in patient care and the management of rheumatic diseases. He is the founder of Arthritis & Rheumatology Center, P.C. in Georgia. For 13 years, his practice has helped patients at locations in Canton, Cumming, Kennesaw, Lawrenceville, Roswell/Alpharetta, Suwanee/Johns Creek, and Woodstock. He works from the Roswell/Alpharetta and Cumming offices.
Dr. Patel is dedicated to Osteoarthritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Scleroderma, Vasculitis, Musculoskeletal Ultrasound, and Platelet-Rich Plasma therapies. His expertise shapes the range of care available for patients at the center.
He remains committed to delivering high-quality medical care for complex conditions while ensuring each patient receives thoughtful attention. His focus on staying current with medical advancements helps him provide effective care for those who need it most.
Patel values the chance to make a positive difference through accurate diagnosis and early treatment, which helps reduce patient suffering and preserve their quality of life. His dedication guides the approach to care throughout the entire practice.
He has developed core skills in patient management, healthcare delivery, and rheumatology. His knowledge supports the team’s goal of providing comprehensive care for all patients.
Jatin Patel, MD, and his team diagnose and treat a wide variety of rheumatic diseases. The conditions managed include 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 led the practice to become a full outpatient medical center. The facility offers infusion services, a CLIA-certified lab, X-rays, MRI, clinical trials, and an in-house dispensary. This comprehensive structure ensures that patient needs are met in one place.
Patel has received recognition, including Alpharetta’s Best Doctor in Rheumatology 2017 and Castle Connolly Best Doctor 2023. He earned first place in the American College of Rheumatology Image Competition in 2012, an event that honors unique clinical images and adds to the ACR Image Library.
He has published clinical research articles in national and international journals. He has presented at American College of Physicians national meetings and at workshops for the American College of Rheumatology.
Dr. Jatin Patel holds active memberships in 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 degree at C.U. Shah Medical College in western India and an internal medicine residency at Jersey Shore University Hospital in New Jersey. Jatin Patel, MD, completed a Rheumatology fellowship at Drexel University/Hahnemann Hospital and gained specialized experience in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound, resulting in publications and conference presentations. He has a Certification in Registered Musculoskeletal Sonography.
He has supported medical research with $150,000 donations to Boston Children’s Hospital in 2015 and 2016, and with a $5,000 contribution to the National Psoriasis Foundation in 2025.
His parents, both physicians, inspired him to pursue medicine. Early experiences observing his father’s house calls showed him the importance of caring for others and influenced his decision to enter the medical field.
Dr. Jatin Patel enjoys spending time with his family, who moved with him to Georgia and quickly appreciated its welcoming community. He likes running, traveling, watching soccer, and trying new cuisines.
