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Dr. Nikhil Balakrishnan, MD
Overview of Dr. Nikhil Balakrishnan, MD
Dr. Nikhil Balakrishnan, MD is a Neurology Specialist in Mooresville, NC. They specialize in Neurology, has 25 years of experience, and is board certified in Neurology. They graduated from GANDHIJI UNIVERSITY / KOTTAYAM MEDICAL COLLEGE and is affiliated with Atrium Health University City, Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center and Lake Norman Regional Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Balakrishnan an average 5.0 star rating.
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First in Flight Neurology131 Medical Park Rd Ste 308, Mooresville, NC 28117 Directions (704) 660-2640
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- Atrium Health University City
- Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center
- Lake Norman Regional Medical Center
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Specialties*
- Neurology
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Years of Experience
- 25 years of experience
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Languages Spoken
- English
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NPI Number
- 1396993184
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Education & Certifications
Medical Education
- GANDHIJI UNIVERSITY / KOTTAYAM MEDICAL COLLEGE
Medical Education
Board Certifications
- Neurology
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