Niki Patel, FNP-BC · Hoover, AL
The neighborhood clinic, without the wait.
Walk in for a sore throat. Come back for your blood pressure check. We're open six days a week — and we'll know your name.
Self-pay welcome
No insurance? No problem. Affordable self-pay options available.
About the clinic
Healthcare that feels personal again.
Riverchase Express Clinic is a CRNP-led primary and minute-care practice in Hoover. We focus on one-on-one care in a calm, welcoming room — listening closely, treating you with respect, and helping you feel confident about your health.
Whether you're stopping in for a quick visit or coming back for ongoing care, the focus is the same: real conversation, real attention, real follow-through.
Compassionate, convenient care that puts patients first — making everyday healthcare easier, more personal, and more accessible.
A trusted space where patients feel cared for, understood, and supported at every stage of their health journey.
Our space
A look around.
What we treat
Our services.
Fast, high-quality care for common conditions — every service below is offered within a safe, evidence-based scope of practice.
Acute Care & Walk-Ins
- Colds, sinusitis & bronchitis
- Sore throat & strep testing
- Ear infections
- Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
- Skin infections (cellulitis, abscess)
- Pink eye (conjunctivitis)
- Nausea, diarrhea & constipation
- COVID-19, flu & RSV testing & treatment
- Fever evaluation
Chronic Disease Management
- Hypertension (blood pressure)
- Type 2 diabetes follow-ups
- High cholesterol (hyperlipidemia)
- Mild to moderate asthma
- Stable thyroid disorders
- Refills for non-controlled medications
Point-of-Care Testing
- Rapid strep
- Urinalysis
- Pregnancy
- Blood glucose & A1C
- Rapid flu & COVID
- Mononucleosis (mono)
Minor Procedures
- Wound care & dressing changes
- Suture & staple removal
- Basic laceration repair (when appropriate)
- Splinter removal
Dermatology
- Eczema & contact dermatitis
- Acne treatment
- Fungal infections (ringworm, athlete’s foot)
- Insect bites & allergic skin reactions
Preventive & Wellness
- Annual physical exams
- Sports & school physicals
- Routine labs (CBC, CMP, A1C, lipids)
- Vaccines (flu, COVID, Tdap, shingles, pneumonia)
- Smoking cessation counseling
- Weight management support
Women’s Health
- Birth control counseling & prescriptions
- Basic STI testing & treatment
- Vaginitis (yeast, BV)
- Pregnancy testing
Occupational & Convenience
- Pre-employment physicals
- Return-to-work evaluations
- Basic travel medicine consults
- Work & school notes
Additional Services
- Telehealth visits
- Membership / subscription primary care
Don’t see what you need? Call us at 205-536-6019 — we’ll let you know if we can help or refer you to the right place.
The provider
One provider. Every visit.
At Riverchase Express Clinic, you’re seen by the same Family Nurse Practitioner every time. No rotating staff, no rushed handoffs — just real continuity of care.
Niki Patel
Family Nurse Practitioner · CRNP, FNP-BC
Niki Patel, CRNP, FNP-BC, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner dedicated to compassionate, patient-centered care. Certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), she brings over 11 years of diverse experience across outpatient and inpatient settings.
She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of West Georgia and her Master’s from the University of Miami. Her clinical background allows her to confidently manage a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, with a focus on preventive care and overall wellness.
“Healthcare should feel approachable, supportive, and easy to navigate.”
Niki believes in building meaningful relationships with her patients. She takes time to listen, understand individual concerns, and create care plans that are both practical and personalized.
Outside the clinic, Niki is a proud mom of two energetic, joyful boys. She’s deeply family-oriented and brings that same sense of care and dedication to her patients. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, exploring creativity through art and design, and continuously finding ways to grow — both personally and professionally.
Coverage
Insurance we accept
We accept most major plans. Bring your insurance card to your visit, or call us first if you're unsure whether your plan is in-network.
Don't see your plan? Call 205-536-6019 and we'll verify before your visit.
From our patients
Why people stay.
Niki truly takes the time to listen. I never feel rushed, and she explains everything in a way that's easy to understand.
Manage online
Your health record, around the clock.
Secure online access to labs, medications, immunizations, and messages with your provider — from any device, any time.
Need help logging in? Call us at 205-536-6019.
Online health access on your smartphone
Access your health record with the healowTM smartphone app. Along with the features you get with our Patient Portal, the healow app can manage multiple accounts (all family members), set medication and appointment reminders, and use trackers to help manage health. The healow app is a secure and convenient way to manage what’s important and puts YOU in control of your health.
healow is available free on the Apple app store and Google Play store.
Download free healow smartphone app
To learn more about healow, click here
Patient tools
Save time before your visit.
Check in early, fill out forms, and review your visit summary — all from your phone.
Set up the app
Four steps to your health on your phone.
Download the app
Get healow free from the App Store (iPhone) or Google Play (Android).
Find our practice
Search for our practice in the app using the unique code below.
Sign in
Enter your patient portal username and password.
Set your PIN
Create a PIN to securely access your health record going forward.
Use this unique code in the healow app to find Riverchase Express Clinic.
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