Physiatrist Nandan Patel, MD joins Cullman Regional Medical Group

Cullman Regional is proud to welcome physiatrist Nandan Patel, MD, to the Medical Group. Dr. Patel earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine in Birmingham, AL. He completed an internship in internal medicine at Brookwood Baptist Health and a residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Medical Center.

Throughout his medical training, Dr. Patel earned recognition for his commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care. His honors include the 2022 Outstanding Medical Student in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Award, the 2024 UAB Care Award for Outstanding Patient Care, and the 2025–2026 Matthew T. Smith, M.D. Humanism in Medicine Award, underscoring a consistent commitment to clinical excellence, service, and humanistic patient care throughout medical school and residency.

Dr. Patel provides the following treatments, care, and services:
• Non-surgical treatment of back and neck pain, sciatica, and pinched nerves
• Non-surgical treatment of joint, muscle, and tendon-related injuries
• Care for arthritis and chronic musculoskeletal pain
• Care for shoulder, hip, knee, foot, and ankle pain
• Care for carpal tunnel syndrome, peripheral neuropathy, and other nerve conditions
• Care for mobility, balance, and walking difficulties
• Rehabilitation following stroke, spinal cord injury, or amputation
• Cerebral palsy, spina bifida, and spasticity management
• Orthotic and prosthetic care

Starting August 31, Dr. Patel will care for patients at Cullman Regional Medical Group Interventional Spine & Joint Clinic at 1948 AL-157, POB 1, Suite 250, Cullman, AL 35058. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Patel, call 256-735-5560. For more information visit online at CullmanRegionalMedicalGroup.com.