Overview
Preetha Balakrishnan is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Detroit,, Michigan.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Coarctation of the Aorta, Supravalvular Aortic Stenosis, and Patent Ductus Arteriosus.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 22 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Balakrishnan is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
3901 Beaubien St, Detroit,, MI 48201
3601 W 13 Mile Rd, Royal Oak,, MI 48073
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.
C. S. Mott Children's Hospital
After completing medical school at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, where he was inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha and Gold Humanism honor societies, Dr. Zampi completed his residency training at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington DC. Dr. Zampi then completed his fellowship training in pediatric cardiology at the University of Michigan, which he followed with an additional year of subspecialty training in interventional pediatric cardiology. Dr. Zampi is now an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics within the University of Michigan Congenital Heart Center. He focuses on interventional pediatric cardiology and cardiac critical care.Dr. Zampi’s main research interests include novel interventional approaches in congenital heart disease, including hybrid procedures and percutaneous valve implantation. He is also interested in neurodevelopment and neurocognitive function in patients with congenital heart disease. In addition, Dr. Zampi has taken a lead role in quality improvement efforts within the cardiac catheterization laboratory and is involved in several national data registries to improve the care of patients who undergo cardiac catheterization procedures within the Congenital Heart Center. Dr. Zampi is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tetralogy of Fallot, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Coarctation of the Aorta, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), and Stent Placement. Dr. Zampi is board certified in Pediatrics and Pediatric Cardiology. Dr. Zampi is currently accepting new patients.
C. S. Mott Children's Hospital
Dr. Dorfman was born and raised in southeast Michigan, and returned home in 2007 after training and working as faculty at Children’s Hospital Boston and Harvard Medical School. He is co-director of congenital and pediatric cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging and attends in the echocardiography laboratory, as well as seeing patients in a general pediatric cardiology clinic. Dr. Dorfman is highly rated in 48 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tetralogy of Fallot, Double Discordia, Transposition of the Great Arteries, and Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS). Dr. Dorfman is board certified in Pediatric Cardiology and American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatric Cardiology - 2004. Dr. Dorfman is currently accepting new patients.
DMC Children's Hospital Of Michigan
Gautam Singh is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Detroit, Michigan. Dr. Singh is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cantu Syndrome, High Blood Pressure in Infants, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), and Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia. Dr. Singh is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Preetha L. Balakrishnan
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Preetha L. Balakrishnan?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Preetha L. Balakrishnan by calling their office at 313-745-5481. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Preetha L. Balakrishnan a top-rated expert for Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Preetha L. Balakrishnan is classified as an Experienced expert for Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), 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. Preetha L. Balakrishnan specialize in?
While Dr. Preetha L. Balakrishnan is a Pediatric Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Coarctation of the Aorta, and Supravalvular Aortic Stenosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Cardiology.
Does Dr. Preetha L. Balakrishnan participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Preetha L. Balakrishnan has published 22 articles and abstracts on conditions like Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). You can view a list of Dr. Preetha L. Balakrishnan's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Preetha L. Balakrishnan accept my insurance?
Dr. Preetha L. Balakrishnan accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 313-745-5481 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Anomalous Left Coronary Artery from the Pulmonary Artery
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Balakrishnan isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- ArachnodactylyDr. Balakrishnan isExperienced. Learn about Arachnodactyly.
- Atrioventricular Septal DefectDr. Balakrishnan isExperienced. Learn about Atrioventricular Septal Defect.
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Balakrishnan isExperienced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Coarctation of the AortaDr. Balakrishnan isExperienced. Learn about Coarctation of the Aorta.
- Congenital Coronary Artery MalformationDr. Balakrishnan isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation.
- Congenital Heart Disease (CHD)Dr. Balakrishnan isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Heart Disease (CHD).
- Coronary Artery AneurysmDr. Balakrishnan isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Aneurysm.
- Coronary Artery FistulaDr. Balakrishnan isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Fistula.
- Familial Dilated CardiomyopathyDr. Balakrishnan isExperienced. Learn about Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy.
- Heart MurmursDr. Balakrishnan isExperienced. Learn about Heart Murmurs.
- Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH)Dr. Balakrishnan isExperienced. Learn about Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH).
- Isthmian CoarctationDr. Balakrishnan isExperienced. Learn about Isthmian Coarctation.
- Kawasaki DiseaseDr. Balakrishnan isExperienced. Learn about Kawasaki Disease.
- Marfan SyndromeDr. Balakrishnan isExperienced. Learn about Marfan Syndrome.
- Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)
- Patent Ductus ArteriosusDr. Balakrishnan isExperienced. Learn about Patent Ductus Arteriosus.
- Pediatric MyocarditisDr. Balakrishnan isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Myocarditis.
- Pulmonary AtresiaDr. Balakrishnan isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Atresia.
- Pulmonary Atresia with Intact Ventricular SeptumDr. Balakrishnan isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Atresia with Intact Ventricular Septum.
- Supravalvular Aortic StenosisDr. Balakrishnan isExperienced. Learn about Supravalvular Aortic Stenosis.
- Tetralogy of FallotDr. Balakrishnan isExperienced. Learn about Tetralogy of Fallot.
- Ventricular Septal DefectsDr. Balakrishnan isExperienced. Learn about Ventricular Septal Defects.

