Overview
Shivaiah Balachandra is a Pediatric Nephrologist practicing medicine in Galveston, Texas.
His clinical expertise encompasses Alport Syndrome, PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum, Glomerulonephritis, and Urinary Tract Infection in Children.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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- STATE MEDICAID
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
Locations
301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX 77555
250 Blossom St, Webster, TX 77598
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. Shivaiah Balachandra
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Shivaiah Balachandra?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Shivaiah Balachandra by calling their office at 409-772-2222. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Shivaiah Balachandra a top-rated expert for Alport Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shivaiah Balachandra is classified as an Experienced expert for Alport Syndrome, 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. Shivaiah Balachandra specialize in?
While Dr. Shivaiah Balachandra is a Pediatric Nephrology, they have specific expertise in Alport Syndrome, PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum, and Glomerulonephritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Nephrology.
Does Dr. Shivaiah Balachandra participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Shivaiah Balachandra has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Alport Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Shivaiah Balachandra's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Shivaiah Balachandra accept my insurance?
Dr. Shivaiah Balachandra accepts most major insurance plans, including Baylor Scott & White Health and Community Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 409-772-2222 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.
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- Experienced
- Alport SyndromeDr. Balachandra isExperienced. Learn about Alport Syndrome.
- Alternating Hemiplegia of ChildhoodDr. Balachandra isExperienced. Learn about Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood.
- Cantu SyndromeDr. Balachandra isExperienced. Learn about Cantu Syndrome.
- Cardiofaciocutaneous SyndromeDr. Balachandra isExperienced. Learn about Cardiofaciocutaneous Syndrome.
- GlomerulonephritisDr. Balachandra isExperienced. Learn about Glomerulonephritis.
- Hemi 3 SyndromeDr. Balachandra isExperienced. Learn about Hemi 3 Syndrome.