CULLMAN, Ala. — Cullman Regional welcomed physiatrist Nandan Patel, MD, to the Cullman Regional Medical Group.
Patel earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine in Birmingham. 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, 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.
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 Aug. 31, Patel will care for patients at Cullman Regional Medical Group Interventional Spine & Joint Clinic at 1948 Alabama Highway 157, POB 1, Suite 250, Cullman, AL 35058. To schedule an appointment call 256-735-5560. For more information visit www.CullmanRegionalMedicalGroup.com.
