Palak Patel, MD

Palak B. Patel, MD Pronunciation Guide

Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT)
Ear and Hearing LossENT Pediatric CareHead and Neck CancerHome Sleep StudyNose and SinusSleep ApneaThroat and LarynxThyroid and Parathyroid
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Accepting new patients ARC Round Rock Ages seen: 1 - 99 Joined ARC: 2022

About Palak B. Patel, MD

  • Dr. Patel grew up in India and spent her last teen years in Austin. In her free time, Dr. Patel enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and cooking. She also lists viewing the most popular TV series, reviving old hobbies, and self-care among her free time activities. Her favorite area locale is Hamilton Pool.

I was inspired by my grandfather to pursue a career in medicine. I chose Otolaryngology (ENT) as my specialty because it encompasses everything, both clinical medicine and a diverse surgical practice, from toddlers to seniors. My practice addresses the many diseases and issues of the head and neck, and diverse techniques to address them. I believe in arming the patients with the needed knowledge about their disease process so they can participate in informed decision-making, and together, we can achieve the best outcomes.

Services

Advanced Surgical Treatment of Sleep Apnea

Advanced Surgical Treatment of Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea is a serious, potentially life-threatening condition. Treatment may include oxygen, behavioral changes, surgery, therapy, or the use of a CPAP machine.

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Balloon Sinuplasty

Balloon Sinuplasty

Balloon sinuplasty is minimally invasive and effective at relieving symptoms of chronic sinusitis. ARC Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) physicians can open up blocked sinus passageways and drain mucus buildup in patients suffering from chronic sinusitis symptoms by using a flexible balloon catheter.

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Diagnosis and Treatment of Voice Disorders

Diagnosis and Treatment of Voice Disorders

Our ENT specialists can help treat your voice problems through consultation, medicine, or surgery (if necessary).

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Ear Surgery

Ear Surgery

Ear surgery, or otoplasty, can correct deformities and improve the shape, position, and proportion of the ear.

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Ear Tube Surgery

Ear Tube Surgery

Ear tube surgery reduces the risk of ear infections. The tubes are placed into your eardrum by an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) surgeon and help drain fluid from the ear.

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Endoscopic Sinus Surgery

Endoscopic Sinus Surgery

Endoscopic sinus surgery is a procedure to open the passages of the nose and sinuses to treat long-term (chronic) sinus infections.

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Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation

Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation

Eustachian tube balloon dilation can be used on patients who require ear tubes or want to avoid multiple ear tubes.

Evaluation and Management of Thyroid Nodules and Cancer

Evaluation and Management of Thyroid Nodules and Cancer

ARC offers evaluation and management of thyroid nodules and cancer.

Frenulum Clipping

Frenulum Clipping

Frenulum clipping is the procedure in which the lingual frenulum is cut. It is done when the frenulum seems unusually short or tight.

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Head and Neck Cancer (Diagnosis and Treatment)

Head and Neck Cancer (Diagnosis and Treatment)

There are a lot of different cancers covered under "head and neck cancers." These cancers can start in the sinuses, mouth, tongue, throat, tonsils, salivary glands, and voice box.

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Head and Neck Cancer Surgery

Head and Neck Cancer Surgery

Surgery for cancers in the head and neck area, including oral, throat, thyroid, parathyroid, and salivary gland areas.

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Inspire Sleep Apnea Treatment

Inspire Sleep Apnea Treatment

Inspire Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation is an FDA-approved obstructive sleep apnea treatment that opens up your airway while you sleep, without a mask. Inspire allows you to breathe normally and sleep peacefully using nerve stimulation.

This surgery is performed by Drs. Kartush, Leary, Patel, and Simmons.

Nasal, Septal, and Sinus Surgery

Nasal, Septal, and Sinus Surgery

Surgery to correct the nosal, septal, and/or sinus areas.

Other Disorders of the Head and Neck

Other Disorders of the Head and Neck

ARC offers treatment and care for disorders of the head and neck.

Otology

Otology

Otology is a branch of medicine that studies the ear and diseases, diagnosis, and treatment associated with the area.

Septoplasty

Septoplasty

Septoplasty is a procedure aimed to alleviate symptoms from a deviated septum.

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Sinus Care

Sinus Care

Treatment and care for acute and chronic sinus conditions.

Sleep Apnea (Diagnosis and Treatment including CPAP & Oral Appliance)

Sleep Apnea (Diagnosis and Treatment including CPAP & Oral Appliance)

Our ENT specialists diagnose and treat sleep apnea through medicine and medical devices such as a CPAP machine.

Sleep Apnea Surgery

Sleep Apnea Surgery

Sleep apnea surgery is a surgical procedure that can eliminate or improve sleep apnea.

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Telemedicine Visits

Telemedicine Visits

ARC offers telemedicine visits for primary and specialty care. Doctors can quickly evaluate you for a new health issue or follow up with you via a phone call or video visit from the comfort of your home.

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Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery

Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery

Thyroid and parathyroid surgery can help regulate the body's metabolism. Surgery aims to help alleviate disease and cancer symptoms and remove tumors.

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Tongue Tie Clipping

Tongue Tie Clipping

A frenulum clipping involves a doctor cutting the frenulum, allowing the tongue to move normally.

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Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy

Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy

Tonsillectomies and adenoidectomies are surgeries to have the tonsils and adenoids removed. Often the tonsils and adenoids are removed at the same time. But sometimes, only one or the other is removed.

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Ultrasound Guided Biopsy of Thyroid

Ultrasound Guided Biopsy of Thyroid

An ultrasound-guided biopsy of thyroid can help locate a nodule or abnormality within the thyroid.

Ultrasound of the Head and Neck

Ultrasound of the Head and Neck

Ultrasounds can be used to assess head and neck disorders.

Voice Disorders (Diagnosis and Treatment)

Voice Disorders (Diagnosis and Treatment)

ARC ENT providers offer diagnosis and treatment for voice disorders.

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Locations & Hours

Credentials

  • Board Certifications
    Board Certified in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
  • Residency
    Louisiana State University Health Science Center, Department of Otolaryngology, New Orleans, LA, 2022
  • Medical School
    University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX, 2017
  • Education
    BS in Biology, The University of Texas at Dallas, Richardson, TX, 2009
  • Professional Positions
    • Academic Chief, 2021-2022, LSUHSC Department of Otolaryngology
    • Member, American Academy of Otolaryngology 
    • Member, American Medical Association
    • Member, Travis County Medical Society

Patient Reviews

OVERALL PROVIDER RATING

Rating based on "Did the healthcare provider or doctor provide the care you expected?"

4.8out of 5
  • December 12, 2024

    I liked that the office called me with a sooner appointment since my original appointment was in January.

  • December 11, 2024

    The visit was fine, but didn’t start until 24 minutes after the appointment time. This happens, t realize that; but I think that the physician should acknowledge that the patient, whose time is valuable as well, has been waiting. She needn’t apologize, but she should at least acknowledge the inconvenience.

  • December 9, 2024

    Doctor and nurse were very helpful and answered all my questions

  • December 5, 2024

    Didn’t care for the doctor’s personality. Medically she’s fine but seems to lack caring. No smiles

  • December 3, 2024

    Both PA and Doctor Patel were attentive to my care.

  • December 2, 2024

    Arrived early and got in early to see Dr Patel. No waiting at all.

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