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Dr. Diwakar Balachandran, MD

Critical Care Medicine*
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29 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Diwakar Balachandran, MD

Dr. Diwakar Balachandran, MD is a Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX. They specialize in Critical Care Medicine, has 29 years of experience, and is board certified in Critical Care Medicine. They graduated from Northwestern University and is affiliated with Methodist Hospital, Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Patients rated Dr. Balachandran an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Balachandran works at Practice in Houston, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Pleural Effusion along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Balachandran's Office Locations

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    Ut MD Anderson Cancer Center
    1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 792-6161
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

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  • Methodist Hospital
  • Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center
  • The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

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Traumatic Brain Injury
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    About Dr. Diwakar Balachandran, MD

    Specialties*
    • Critical Care Medicine

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    Years of Experience
    • 29 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1053412551
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • Northwestern University
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Critical Care Medicine, Pulmonary Disease and Sleep Medicine
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Balachandran has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Balachandran works at Practice in Houston, TX. View the full address on Dr. Balachandran’s profile.

    Dr. Balachandran has seen patients for Pleural Effusion, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Balachandran on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    1 patients have reviewed Dr. Balachandran. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Balachandran.

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