Shashikant Patil, MD
Neurosurgery
Piedmont Physicians Neurosurgery Athens
242 King Avenue, Suite 150
Athens, GA 30606 Directions
4.9 out of 5
1,382 verified ratings
1,382 Ratings, 377 Comments
The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
Jul 1, 2026
Dr Patil was absolutely as detail, honest, friendly and polite as any doc I have seen.
Jul 1, 2026
Had good visit on Monday there at Piedmont
Jul 1, 2026
I have no issues
Jun 30, 2026
Everyone from the front office to getting callback to be seen by the provider were very professional and show care and compassion the provider was very detailed and answered all my questions and explained to me and my wife why I was having the pain and shown me on the MRI.
Jun 30, 2026
Dr. Patil is not only a fantastic surgeon, but a compassionate person as well.
Jun 29, 2026
I’ve had a great experience with Dr.Patil and office staff every step of my way to recovery.
Dec 29, 2025
Excellent
Dec 22, 2025
Awesome
Sep 17, 2025
Again he explained what was wrong and possible ways to deal with it.
Sep 17, 2025
Dr.Patil I could not have met a wonderful doctor as Dr.Patil I am glad I was informed he is a down to earth to talk to he explains what is going on about your medical that needs to be taken care of 😊
Sep 10, 2025
Dr. Patil provides excellent & knowledgeable care. He explains every detail to his patients in a manner which can be understood.
Sep 8, 2025
Explained everything very well answered all my questions and listened to my concerns. Great doctor
Sep 3, 2025
Dr. Patil is an amazing neurosurgeon. He saved our son’s life!
Sep 3, 2025
Dr Patil performed a non instrumental lumbar fusion and it has helped me tremendously. My surgery was successful and I am very pleased with the results.
Aug 18, 2025
He’s always very thorough when explaining what will actually go on during surgery and aftercare too. 😀
Aug 18, 2025
Dr Patel seemed highly knowledgeable about the medical issue I was seeing him about. He did a very good explaining everything to me. And very patient in answering any questions I had asked.
Aug 11, 2025
He was very knowledgeable and seemed concerned.
Jul 31, 2025
Dr Patil is always personable and explains my condition and progress in an easy to understand way. He never minds me asking questions
Jul 28, 2025
I had serious spinal surgery with Dr Patel and will have another in September! I have complete trust in him!
Jul 28, 2025
He listens to what you are saying and knows what’s best for me to get better
Jul 23, 2025
He is a very good doctor.
Jul 23, 2025
Cool doctor
Jul 21, 2025
Very thorough and explanatory
Jul 13, 2025
He explained my surgery before and after in detail
Jul 9, 2025
Great
Jul 9, 2025
Great
Jul 8, 2025
He took time to explain everything in detail regarding my mother's surgery.
Jul 2, 2025
I was really nervous b u t the staff was wonderful . I was kept informed step by step . The surgery went well .
Jun 30, 2025
Very nice man and he seems to care about his patients.
Jun 27, 2025
Awesome patient skills, very professional and competent!
Jun 25, 2025
Very professional. Took time to explain everything regarding my condition and the steps that wound necessary to improve it.
Jun 25, 2025
Upfront, talking to me in a way I can understand.
Jun 25, 2025
Dr. Patil is excellent! He has performed one surgery on me and may do another.
He is so thorough…showing you the MRI or CT scan…explaining what is wrong and how he will correct it. I have a lot of trust in him.
Jun 25, 2025
Explains things well
Ask questions
Jun 18, 2025
Professional. Answered all questions and explained in detail questions I asked.
Jun 17, 2025
Not only is he brilliant but he is a caring person.
Jun 16, 2025
Explained every detail about what was going on with my back. Very patient with questions I needed to ask.
Jun 11, 2025
The doctor and the nurses are nice and friendly. And easy to talk to.
Jun 10, 2025
Dr Patil is an outstanding doctor with skilled expertise in his craft. I always feel educated, reassured, and more confident every time i see him. He makes me feel like he genuinely cares about me and is extremely reassuring that I will have the very best outcome possible.
Jun 9, 2025
The staff was courteous
Jun 7, 2025
Very professional.
Jun 4, 2025
Great and knowledgeable physician
Jun 4, 2025
Dr. Patil greeted me and treated me with kindness for our entire interaction. He's clearly very knowledgeable in his field, and a wonderful doctor.
Jun 2, 2025
He was very thorough and very helpful and also very knowledgeable
May 22, 2025
Very courteous and polite. Very knowledgeable and explained my symptoms where I could understand.
May 19, 2025
He really takes time with his patients. He makes eye contact and lets you know he’s listening to your concerns and answers your questions.
May 19, 2025
He is very patience and honest He is very thorough in finding the best solution for his patients
May 14, 2025
The experience went well.
May 12, 2025
Very through, spends time to explain and find best solution
May 12, 2025
Competent and concerned