Prakash Balan, MD

4.9 out of 5 stars

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Prakash Balan, MD

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Specialty:
Cardiovascular Disease
Interventional Cardiology
Echocardiography
Clinical Interests:
Coronary Artery Disease, Valvular Heart Disease, Acute Myocardial Infarction Care, Radial Artery Catheterization, Transcatheter Valve Replacement, Advanced Valve Interventions, TAVR, Coronary Interventions, High Risk PCI
Board Certification:
American Board of Internal Medicine
Cardiovascular Disease
Interventional Cardiology
Education/Training

Medical School
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, 2004

Residency
Rush University Medical Center, 2008

Fellowship
Rush University Medical Center, 2011

Fellowship
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 2012

For referrals to Dr. Prakash Balan, please call 713-500-8828.

Dr. Prakash Balan is a board certified Physician and Assistant Professor for the Department of Internal Medicine at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth).

Dr. Balan’s practice philosophy emphasizes taking time to listen carefully to patients and treating each one like a member of his family. As part of a group of specialists in cardiac medicine and related areas, he believes that a team approach provides the best possible care to patients.

He has been in practice in Houston since 2012 and treating patients 18 years and older. He is also a fellow of the American College of Cardiology.

A resident of the Medical Center area, Dr. Balan is married and has two children. His favorite leisure activities are spending time with his family and exercising.

60 Patient Review(s) / 132 Surveys

09/23/20
Most definitely - and already do.
09/21/20
I didn't have care provider and it was the nurse that check my temperature and blood pressure but she didn't ask questions the dr. did.
09/16/20
Excellent staff
09/10/20
I recommend this Dr to all I know
09/02/20
Dr. mentioned ekg but no further information was given or discussed by staff after Dr. relayed that request.
08/28/20
*Dr. Balan is a doctor who cares about his patients and live what he does. Thank you for taking care of me and helping me to stay healthy.
08/13/20
Best cardiologist in Houston by far doesn't get enough credit.
08/08/20
I love my doctor.
07/31/20
*Dr. Balan is the standard by which the rest should be judged and aspire to.
07/31/20
Professional, courteous and efficient.
07/31/20
Smooth & easy.
07/31/20
Dr. Balan is exceptional, professional, patient and kind.
07/30/20
I tell everyone we know how outstanding Dr. Balan is. He is the best anyone could have always.
07/24/20
Always a good experience!!! Staff/care provider have been great (respectful, kind, professional, on schedule).
07/22/20
Dr. Balan is very concerned about my heart health. He tries most diligently to balance heart care with its affect on my [...] function. I appreciate his professionalism.
07/07/20
Dr. Balan is the best and most genuine cardiologist I have ever seen. I am grateful that he helped connect me to maternal fetal medicine as well.
07/03/20
Dr. Balan is fantastic.
07/03/20
Dr. Balan was very informative about my health and the right testing to determine any issues that may be a concern. I was pleased with his knowledge and patience. I feel he will provide good health care for me.
07/03/20
My overall [...] time visit was very good. I was happy with the staff and Dr. Balan has a great bedside manner. :) Thank You UT Physician!
06/23/20
*Dr. Balan was incredibly patient with me. He made me very comfortable and I'm one of those people who tries to avoid doctors.
06/15/20
*Dr. Balan is outstanding. Brilliant. Such a pleasure to have his care.
06/09/20
Excellent staff.
06/07/20
Simply the best physician - clearly and patiently listens, thoughtful questions and discusses options.
05/28/20
*Dr. Balan is the best!
05/28/20
Dr. Balan went into great detail on how to improve my condition.
05/22/20
*Dr. Balan is very concerned about me, takes a lot of time with me and has a comforting manner.
05/22/20
Very difficult to get an appointment.
05/16/20
Awesome experience. Answered all my questions and concerns.
05/06/20
I am very fortunate to have a doctor who cares about the well being of his patients and takes the time to patiently listen to all the symptoms. Without saying that *Dr. Balan practically saved my life.
04/12/20
good
04/12/20
Good.
04/12/20
good
03/30/20
Everything great.
03/26/20
Wonderful caring staff and doctor!
03/25/20
Dr. Balan is superb and outstanding.
03/14/20
My appointment with Dr. Balan was very good. As a [...] time patient I found him to be very attentive and concerned with my problem. I have had this condition for about [...] years. He is the first Dr. to suggest further testing to see if my [...] is being caused by other issues.
03/13/20
It was better this time!!
03/12/20
Had a good experience overall office staff, medical assistant was very friendly and Dr. Balan was attentive to my concerns and recommended best testing. I give them 5 stars excellent service.
03/12/20
Visit all good.
03/12/20
Perfect.
03/05/20
They were good to me.
03/05/20
They treated me good.
03/05/20
They were good.
03/04/20
Very good experience. He is a great listener & shows genuine concern.
02/28/20
Very good.
02/28/20
very good
02/28/20
very good
02/28/20
very good
02/27/20
Per usual, I received VIP treatment.
02/26/20
*Dr. Balan and his assistant gave us all the time we needed and explained everything in terms we could understand.
02/26/20
No delays.
02/26/20
My appointment was late in the day, but the doctors seemed to be in no hurry. They took all the time needed to answer all our questions.
02/13/20
I love Dr. Balan and Catrina!!!
02/13/20
It's unusual that I waited an hour to see Dr. Balan. He is usually on time. He always spends a good amount of quality time with me.
02/13/20
The nurse didn't respond to me or even look at me until she finished recording info into the computer. I felt invisible to her.
02/06/20
Dr. Balan is one of the best physicians I've ever had. He is caring, knowledgeable, respectful. I would not hesitate to recommend him.
02/06/20
Dr. Balan is the BEST - listens, discusses plan and his assessment. Could not ask for more.
01/30/20
*Dr. Balan is excellent!
01/28/20
Dr. Balan is very professional and has a good communication side. Great eye contact.
01/28/20
All staff was very friendly and courteous!
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