Dr. Raj Patel is a Board-Certified Pediatrician who graduated from Johns Hopkins University in 1990 and from the University of South Florida’s School of Medicine in 1996. He completed his pediatric residency in 1999 at the Arnold Palmer Hospital for Women and Children in Orlando. After practicing medicine for three years in Florida, Dr. Patel relocated to Rock Hill in 2002, where he founded Sunshine Pediatrics alongside his wife and son.
Dr. Raj Patel is a Board-Certified Pediatrician who graduated from Johns Hopkins University in 1990 and from the University of South Florida’s School of Medicine in 1996. He completed his pediatric residency in 1999 at the Arnold Palmer Hospital for Women and Children in Orlando. After practicing medicine for three years in Florida, Dr. Patel relocated to Rock Hill in 2002, where he founded Sunshine Pediatrics alongside his wife and son.
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He is always in tune with the children. His expertise is apparent as he deduces the ailment. His overall demeanor is calming but he does not pull punches; he says it like it is. As a parent with Dr. Google in my pocket, Dr. Patel is just who I need to see when my child is ill.
(5 days ago)
Nov-2025
Fantastic physician
(5 days ago)
Nov-2025
He was amazing with my boy. So happy we have him as a pediatrician.
(5 days ago)
Nov-2025
Dr Patel is very kind and caring. He wants only the best for his patients and it shows!
(5 days ago)
Nov-2025
Very knowledgeable and shows compassion towards my children every time.
(5 days ago)
Nov-2025
SouthernMED Pediatrics - Aiken
206 Centre South Blvd Aiken, SC 29803
Dr. Raj Patel is a Board-Certified Pediatrician who graduated from Johns Hopkins University in 1990 and from the University of South Florida’s School of Medicine in 1996. He completed his pediatric residency in 1999 at the Arnold Palmer Hospital for Women and Children in Orlando. After practicing medicine for three years in Florida, Dr. Patel relocated to Rock Hill in 2002, where he founded Sunshine Pediatrics alongside his wife and son. Under his leadership, the practice earned a reputation for excellence and served the community for 23 years. In 2025, he joined SouthernMED Pediatrics, continuing his commitment to high-quality, compassionate care.
Outside of work, Dr. Patel enjoys cooking, traveling, and is an avid sports fan.
He is always in tune with the children. His expertise is apparent as he deduces the ailment. His overall demeanor is calming but he does not pull punches; he says it like it is. As a parent with Dr. Google in my pocket, Dr. Patel is just who I need to see when my child is ill.
Fantastic physician
He was amazing with my boy. So happy we have him as a pediatrician.
Dr Patel is very kind and caring. He wants only the best for his patients and it shows!
Very knowledgeable and shows compassion towards my children every time.