Sejal H. Parekh, DO

Dr. Parekh is a family physician, board-certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. She provides primary care for adults of all ages with a focus on health promotion and disease prevention. She believes in building a strong rapport with her patients to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care for each individual. Her passion is driven by the bonds she builds with her patients throughout their lives and the enjoyment she holds in keeping them healthy. With over a decade of experience, Dr. Parekh has provided care for a multitude of acute and chronic diseases and has dedicated some of her time working with global health relief missions in Guatemala, Kenya and India. She is proficient in Spanish. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, home renovating, and hiking.

Why should someone choose you to care for their health?
I have a simple philosophy- my patients are people. They deserve compassionate and respectful care at every stage of the care process, where each person’s needs and concerns are to be heard. My years of experience treating multi-system, chronic diseases have taught me that the highest quality care comes from listening to my patients

What is the most important thing your patients should expect from their professional relationship with you? What do you expect from them?
My patients are my priority and the time I spend with them is only part of their overall care. They can expect that I will advocate for them and guide them as they navigate their way toward a healthier life in a way that fits their lifestyle. In turn, I hope for an open line of communication and trust knowing that I strive to keep my patients happy and healthy.

How do you spend your valuable personal time when you’re not caring for patients?
My family is my heart and spending time with them brings me great joy. We enjoy the beach, hiking and traveling. I also love DIY and you can often find me with a hammer in hand!

Why did you choose your specialty and what is its greatest reward?
In an increasingly complex medical world, having one doctor who knows your health history is so important. In primary care, I can focus on several aspects of someone’s health and impact multiple dimensions of their lives. To truly be an integral part of my patient’s well-being and help my patients thrive in health and through sickness is amazingly rewarding.