Overview
Chitra Balasundaram is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Missouri.
Dr. Balasundaram is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, and Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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Locations
2055 S Fremont Ave Fl 2, Springfield, MO 65804
100 Hospital Dr, Lebanon, MO 65536
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Chitra Balasundaram
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Chitra Balasundaram?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Chitra Balasundaram by calling their office at 417-820-8099. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Chitra Balasundaram a top-rated expert for Pleuropulmonary Blastoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Chitra Balasundaram is classified as an Distinguished expert for Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, 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. Chitra Balasundaram specialize in?
While Dr. Chitra Balasundaram is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.
Does Dr. Chitra Balasundaram participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Chitra Balasundaram has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. You can view a list of Dr. Chitra Balasundaram's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Chitra Balasundaram accept my insurance?
Dr. Chitra Balasundaram accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 417-820-8099 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Lung CancerDr. Balasundaram isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Balasundaram isDistinguished. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Advanced
- Adult Immune ThrombocytopeniaDr. Balasundaram isAdvanced. Learn about Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Balasundaram isAdvanced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- AngiosarcomaDr. Balasundaram isAdvanced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Breast CancerDr. Balasundaram isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Classical Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Balasundaram isAdvanced. Learn about Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Balasundaram isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Experienced
- Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary GlandsDr. Balasundaram isExperienced. Learn about Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands.
- Acute Arterial Occlusion of KidneyDr. Balasundaram isExperienced. Learn about Acute Arterial Occlusion of Kidney.
- Acute Mountain SicknessDr. Balasundaram isExperienced. Learn about Acute Mountain Sickness.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Balasundaram isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- AgranulocytosisDr. Balasundaram isExperienced. Learn about Agranulocytosis.
- AnemiaDr. Balasundaram isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.