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.

30 Patient Review(s) / 127 Surveys

12/20/19
*Dr. Balan is always interested in our thoughts & how we would like to take a proactive approach to our health care.
12/20/19
Dr. Balan is the most thorough and responsive cardiologist I have ever had. I have brought [...] [...] [...] to him as well.
12/17/19
Extremely professional, caring and explained in lay terms with concern for the well-being of the patient. I would definitely recommend him to others. I walked away feeling cared for, peace of mind is priceless when you fight difficult health challenges.
10/29/19
I recommend this physician to all that i know and that's a lot of people - for I have worked with the [...] for 50+ years and still do.
10/24/19
I was impressed by Dr. Balan and by the younger doctor that came in first.
10/08/19
Dr. Balan & team exceeded expectations as per normal with The Good Dr.!!
10/07/19
knowledgeable, personable, interested and informative about my options and treatment
10/02/19
*Dr. Balan is very attentive to his patient. He listen & he cares that means a lot. Thank you *Balan for being such a great Dr.
09/25/19
Superb!
09/25/19
Excellent!
09/25/19
Without any hesitation I would recommend Dr. Balan!
09/19/19
Very attentive and great explanation of problem.
09/19/19
Just a few minutes.
08/22/19
Good.
07/25/19
He is great, enjoy my appointments with the Dr.
06/08/19
Good all around.
06/01/19
Truly impressed with the thoroughness of the exam and explanation of my condition, by both Dr.Balan and his resident. Coming to the Bellaire office from [...] area is not the easiest drive, but I am so glad I chose to come to this practice. The explanation of my condition and possible future procedures was clear and complete, including risk factors. Never felt rushed.
05/14/19
Does not speak Spanish.
04/30/19
They Saved My Life
04/17/19
*Dr. Balan and his assistant physicians have always expressed great concern for my health. It is a main reason that I drive over [...] to see them, along with excellent knowledge.
04/05/19
Would not consider using any other cardiologist.
04/02/19
My provider was excellent and his team. In fact they got the scare out of me and made me very comfortable. I'll recommend him anytime. So pleased!
03/07/19
excellent experience
03/07/19
I recommend this Dr to all I know and I work with the public everyday.
02/28/19
Dr. Prakash Balan is great Doctor
02/19/19
Good.
02/19/19
*Dr. Balan provide the highest level of care and treatment for me!
02/18/19
*Dr. Balan has ALWAYS been very considerate of my condition.
02/13/19
*Dr. Balan is outstanding. Answered questions & concerns completely. Very professional & gracious.
02/03/19
Concerned about my condition are working to keep me well.
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