Dr. Sonal Patel
Dr. Sonal Patel is a board-certified pediatrician, neonatologist, and lactation specialist dedicated to transforming postpartum care in America. She is the author of The Doctor and Her Black Bag and a TEDx speaker, known for her impactful talk, The Economy of the 4th Trimester.
Dr. Patel is the founder and owner of NayaCare, a 4th Trimester Medical Home Health Clinic providing essential postpartum support to families. She also serves as the co-executive and co-founder of the Center for 4th Trimester Care, a national non-profit organization committed to reshaping the landscape of postpartum medical care in the United States.
With a unique blend of clinical expertise, advocacy, and innovation, Dr. Patel is a leading voice in redefining how healthcare systems care for birthing people and newborns in the critical months following delivery.
