Medical Experts

Dr. Akhil Patel, MD

Medical Director, Institute of Vitality

“Most patients don’t want to feel like they’re 25 again. They just want to feel like themselves again.”

They want steady energy, clear focus, better sleep, and a body that doesn’t feel like it’s working against them. I hear this all the time, and I get it. I’ve seen how frustrating it can be when everything looks “normal” on paper, but you still don’t feel right.

I’m Dr. Akhil Patel, a board-certified Internal Medicine physician. Over the past decade, I’ve helped patients get to the root of issues like fatigue, weight gain, brain fog, and hormonal imbalances. My approach is thorough, practical, and built around your real life, not generic advice.

Even subtle shifts in your body can have a big impact on how you feel. By digging deeper and understanding what’s really going on, we can create a plan that helps you feel like you again, clear, steady, and strong.
You don’t need a total overhaul. You just need care that actually listens to what your body’s been trying to say.

Certifications and Licensure

Licensed to practice in Florida: #ME 122189

Licensed to practice in Montana: #156178

Chair, Finance & Audit Committee, Emergency Assistance Foundation (2022)

Society of International Business Fellows – Executive Committee 2021

Leadership, AAPI – National Physician Organization (2015 – 2019)

Chair, GME Advisory Committee, USF (2012 – 2015)

Founder, Faculty Development Committee, USF (2014)

Resident Leader, Education & Peer Review, USF (2013 – 2015)

Hospital and Academic Appointments

Best Value Healthcare August 2015 – December 2015

Internal Medicine Physician

VIP Care January 2016 – August 2019

Internal Medicine Physician

San Bernardino Innovage, A PACE program - September 2019 – December 2019

Internal Medicine Physician Team Leader

Kentfield Hospital, March 2020 - Current

Internal Medicine Long Term

Acute Care Facility

Internal Medicine Physician

Education

University of Florida - Gainesville, FL (August 2004 - May 2008)

B.S. in Biological & Medical Sciences

University of Florida College of Medicine – Gainesville, FL (August 2008 - May 2012)

Doctor of Medicine

University of South Florida – Tampa, FL (July 2012 - July 2015)

Internal Medicine Residency

Collin Dees
MPAS, PA-C

Physician Assistant, Institute of Vitality

“I believe my purpose is to use my gifts to help every patient become the best version of themself”

I’m deeply committed to diagnosing and treating a broad spectrum of conditions. My journey in healthcare is driven by a relentless pursuit of knowledge and a passion for making a real difference in my patients’ lives.

Upon graduating and excelling in the workforce, I discovered my true calling in preventative, lifestyle-focused medicine. This realization propelled me toward further education in Functional Medicine and Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy—fields where I’ve found my stride.

At the core of my practice is a strong belief in the power of nutrition and exercise. I don’t just advise my patients on these principles; I live by them. It’s this authenticity and dedication that shape my approach to patient care, making every treatment plan I develop deeply personal and highly effective.

His profile

Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Graduated Summa Cum Laude in the Accelerated Program at Seton Hill University, Greensburg, PA

2 years of experience as a Surgical Physician Assistant in a Hospital Setting

NCAA Division II Wrestler for Seton Hill University

Awarded the PSAC Scholar Athlete Award in 2015