About

Vipul R. Panchal, M.D., is a board-certified cardiologist who specializes in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology. He earned his medical degree from Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine in Rootstown, and completed his internal medicine residency at Indiana University Medical Center, Indianapolis. He then completed fellowships in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology at Krannert Institute of Cardiology, Indianapolis. In addition to clinical cardiovascular care, Dr. Panchal has special interests in cardiac catheterization, interventional cardiology, cardiac CTA and peripheral vascular imaging. Dr. Panchal's mission is to provide the highest quality, compassionate, patient-centered care in the area of cardiovascular medicine. Away from the office, Dr. Panchal enjoys spending time with his family. Dr. Panchal has been voted by his peers as one of Louisville Magazine's Top Docs for 2019.

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Expertise

Education

  • Indiana University School of Medicine

    Fellowship, Cardiovascular Disease, 2002

  • Indiana University School of Medicine

    Residency, Internal Medicine, 1999

  • Northeast Ohio Medical University

    Medical Education, Doctor of Medicine, 1996

  • Indiana University School of Medicine

    Fellowship, Interventional Cardiology, 2003


Age Groups Seen

Age Groups Seen
Adults
Languages
English
Gender
Male

Reviews

4.90 out of 5 4.9 of 5 stars — 142 Ratings, 45 Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

provider listened carefully 5.00 out of 5 (5.0)
provider gave easy to understand instruction 5.00 out of 5 (5.0)
provider knew important medical history 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
provider showed concern 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
provider spent enough time with you 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
provider rating 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
provider explained things clearly 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
likelihood of recommending this provider 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
provider included you in decisions 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)
provider showed respect for what you said 5.00 out of 5 (5.0)
provider discussed treatment options 4.90 out of 5 (4.9)

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/17/2026

I have had no issues at all with Dr. Panchal and his staff.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 05/30/2026

Again, Dr. Panchel is wonderful

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 05/28/2026

Dr Panchal listened to my concerns and explained his recommendations clearly.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 05/12/2026

Great Doctor, found out that he was a good friend to my oldest Son and plays hockey with him

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 04/18/2026

Dr. Panchal is an excellent doctor. He's professional and caring.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 04/16/2026

Dr Panchal Is great. I couldn't have a better Dr.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 04/14/2026

Could not have been a better experience.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 04/03/2026

DR. Panchal is the best

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 03/17/2026

Dr Panchel is the best

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 03/17/2026

Everyone was very sincere about my concerns and attentive. Dr. Panchal was very nice and listened. He explained his thoughts and I felt like I was in great hands.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 02/14/2026

Dr was very good at listening & explaining

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/24/2026

I have the utmost confidence in him

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/24/2026

Dr Panchel and his staff are excellent. I felt very well taken care of.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/14/2026

He was very well informed and provided easy to understand information, he was a good listener as well

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/09/2026

Excellent engagement, focused on explaining my medical issues, follow on testing requirements, providing me peace of mind for my medical issues.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/08/2026

Dr Panchel is incredible, I wish all my Dr's were as kind, caring and as personable as he is. Truly he is the best Dr I have ever seen. His staff as well are amazing.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/06/2026

Dr. Panchal Rocks

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/12/2025

I was very impressed with Dr Panchal and is his care and expertise

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/12/2025

I value my patient-provider relationship with Dr. Panchal.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/10/2025

Great doctor very knowledgeable and asks great followup questions

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/10/2025

Dr Panchal is the best doctor I see (& I see several!). The only problem with seeing Dr PanchalIs that he is so busy that it is very difficult to schedule an appointment to see HIM

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/09/2025

When the cardiologist came into the room he was totally prepared and ready to discuss all my labs and history . I was very impressed.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 11/13/2025

Excellent service

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 11/08/2025

Dr Panchel provides excellent care and listens carefully. Great to work with.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 11/08/2025

Dr. Panchal is the best cardiologist who really cares about your well being.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/28/2025

Excellent care by this facility. Very friendly staff and very friendly doctor who has an excellent. Bedside manner. Very thorough and genuinely cares about my health which is greatly appreciated.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/28/2025

He was exceptional, and it was clear that he had looked at my chart and studied it. I was very impressed.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/27/2025

Doctor was very approachable. Answered my questions and gave me solid recommendations. Very grateful

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/13/2025

BEST

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/09/2025

Dr Panchal & his staff shall provide my medical needs for as long as I live. There Isn't any better, In all areas, as far as I'm concerned. I was so fortunate to have him recommended by my primary, Dr Varghese, whom I feel just the same about.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/03/2025

Dr. Panchal is known to be an excellent and compassionate cardiologist. Knowing that I could have got in much sooner to see another cardiologist, I chose to wait until Dr. Panchal had an opening. He is by far my first choice.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/01/2025

I really liked my provider. He was very pleasant. Made me feel comfortable.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/30/2025

Everyone so nice

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/23/2025

Exceptional

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/21/2025

Dr. Panchal is a wonderful Doctor. I feel very fortunate to have him as a physician and trust him implicitly.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/20/2025

Dr. Panchal was courteous and listened well. He went over his recommendations and reasoned why he was suggesting things. He made his analysis very relatable and spent time understanding my concerns and provided a valuable and actionable plan. More importantly, he is a wonderful doctor and a great human being.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/16/2025

In my opinion Dr. Panchal is the greatest.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/27/2025

Dr Panchal is the best! He saved my life and I am forever grateful for his care and kindness!

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/19/2025

He is very friendly, well engaged and prepared and focused.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/19/2025

Good visit. He listened genuinely to my concerns and provided me with good information.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/15/2025

Great bedside manner and highly knowledgeable. I left with a ton of insight and feeling better than when I had come in.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/06/2025

I felt very comfortable with Dr. Panchal. He made me feel that he would know if I needed ant additional care.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/05/2025

Great listener, unrushed, well-prepped with test results from previous Cardiologist who retired resulting in my first-time appointment.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/05/2025

Always a great visit with Dr Panchal.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/03/2025

Dr Panchel is the best. Kind, comforting, patient and truly concerned.


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage
  • Ambetter from MHS
  • Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Kentucky Medicaid
  • Anthem MediBlue HMO/PPO
  • Anthem Pathway
  • Anthem Pathway Transition
  • CareSource Indiana Medicaid
  • CareSource Marketplace Kentucky and Indiana
  • Cigna
  • CorVel
  • Coventry
  • Encore
  • Essence
  • First Health Group Corp. (First Health)
  • UofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute
  • HealthSmart
  • Hosparus
  • Humana Medicare
  • Humana Medicaid
  • Indiana Medicaid
  • Indiana Medicare
  • Indiana Health Network
  • Kentucky Medicaid
  • Kentucky Medicare
  • MDwise
  • MHS
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MultiPlan
  • Passport Health Plan Kentucky MCO
  • Passport Marketplace
  • Provider Net/OMCA
  • Sagamore
  • Signature Advantage
  • SIHO
  • TRICARE Humana Military
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Community Plan Indiana and Kentucky
  • United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
  • Veterans Affairs (VA)
  • WellCare
  • WellCare of Kentucky Medicaid (Kentucky MCO)
  • WellCare Medicare
  • Wellpath
  • Workers’ Compensation
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