Overview
Ajay Balaram is a Hand Surgeon in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Dr. Balaram is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Trigger Thumb, Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, and Dupuytren Contracture.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
515 W Algonquin Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
360 W Butterfield Rd Ste 150, Elmhurst, IL 60126
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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OrthoIllinois
Brian Bear is a Hand Surgeon in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Bear is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, Tenosynovitis, and Trapeziectomy.
Endeavor Health Medical Group
Robert Gray, MD, a hand and microvascular surgeon at Endeavor Health, treats conditions from the fingertips to the shoulder, as well as nerve and tendon injuries throughout the body. His work includes advanced microsurgical techniques, nerve transfers and small joint replacements. Dr. Gray partners with patients to address complex conditions, aiming to deliver care as if he were treating his own family. He is currently involved in research efforts to expand innovative treatments in hand surgery to the U.S. Dr. Gray is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Rhizarthrosis, and Dupuytren Contracture.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ajay Balaram
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ajay Balaram?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ajay Balaram by calling their office at 847-956-0099. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ajay Balaram a top-rated expert for Trigger Thumb?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ajay Balaram is classified as an Advanced expert for Trigger Thumb, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Ajay Balaram specialize in?
While Dr. Ajay Balaram is a Hand Surgery, they have specific expertise in Trigger Thumb, Ganglion Cyst, and Rhizarthrosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hand Surgery.
Does Dr. Ajay Balaram participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ajay Balaram has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Trigger Thumb. You can view a list of Dr. Ajay Balaram's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ajay Balaram accept my insurance?
Dr. Ajay Balaram accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 847-956-0099 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Ganglion CystDr. Balaram isAdvanced. Learn about Ganglion Cyst.
- RhizarthrosisDr. Balaram isAdvanced. Learn about Rhizarthrosis.
- Trigger ThumbDr. Balaram isAdvanced. Learn about Trigger Thumb.
- Experienced
- BursitisDr. Balaram isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Calcium Pyrophosphate ArthritisDr. Balaram isExperienced. Learn about Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis.
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Balaram isExperienced. Learn about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
- Dupuytren ContractureDr. Balaram isExperienced. Learn about Dupuytren Contracture.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Balaram isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- Radial Nerve DysfunctionDr. Balaram isExperienced. Learn about Radial Nerve Dysfunction.