Alok Patel, MD

Alok Patel, MD is a board-certified pediatrician in San Francisco working at Stanford Children’s. He brings warmth, humor, and real-world clarity to parenting and child health. He’s the kind of doctor who makes complicated topics feel simple and doable.

On uplitMD, parents love Dr. Alok for his practical takes on safety, development, and the “should I worry about this?” questions. He explains things in a way that feels calm, human, and easy to trust.

You may recognize Dr. Patel from his work on ABC News, PBS NOVA, or as the host of the companion podcast to HBO’s hit show The Pitt, where he’s known for making medicine feel relatable and real. 

He’s also a husband and proud girl dad, so the parenting lens is always personal. His goal is simple: help you feel prepared and confident as you raise your child.