Overview
Valeska Balderas is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Mcallen, Texas.
Dr. Balderas is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Menetrier Disease, Enlarged Liver, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Balderas is currently accepting new patients.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
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- MEDICARE MAPD
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- OTHER COMMERCIAL
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
110 E Savannah Ave Bldg 101, Mcallen, TX 78503
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Balderas has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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. Valeska Balderas
Is Dr. Valeska Balderas a top-rated expert for Menetrier Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Valeska Balderas is classified as an Distinguished expert for Menetrier Disease, 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. Valeska Balderas specialize in?
While Dr. Valeska Balderas is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Menetrier Disease, Enlarged Liver, and Chronic Erosive Gastritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Valeska Balderas participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Valeska Balderas has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Menetrier Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Valeska Balderas's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Valeska Balderas accept my insurance?
Dr. Valeska Balderas accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly 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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- Distinguished
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Balderas isDistinguished. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Balderas isDistinguished. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Balderas isDistinguished. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
- Advanced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Balderas isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Balderas isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CirrhosisDr. Balderas isAdvanced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Balderas isAdvanced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Balderas isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Balderas isAdvanced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Balderas isAdvanced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- EndoscopyDr. Balderas isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Balderas isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Balderas isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Balderas isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Balderas isAdvanced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- GastritisDr. Balderas isAdvanced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Balderas isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- GastroparesisDr. Balderas isAdvanced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- GastrostomyDr. Balderas isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Balderas isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Balderas isAdvanced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Balderas isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Balderas isAdvanced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Balderas isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Balderas isAdvanced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Balderas isAdvanced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- VisceromegalyDr. Balderas isAdvanced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Experienced
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- AnemiaDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- AscitesDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Berdon SyndromeDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Berdon Syndrome.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Campylobacter InfectionDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Campylobacter Infection.
- Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS)Dr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS).
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CholestasisDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)Dr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC).
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- ColitisDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- DiarrheaDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Dubin-Johnson SyndromeDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Dubin-Johnson Syndrome.
- EncopresisDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- EsophagitisDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Exocrine Pancreatic InsufficiencyDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Fecal ImpactionDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Fecal Impaction.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- GastrectomyDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- HeartburnDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Heartburn.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- HepatitisDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hepatitis CDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis C.
- IndigestionDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- JaundiceDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Liver FailureDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Mallory-Weiss SyndromeDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Mallory-Weiss Syndrome.
- Morning SicknessDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- PancreatectomyDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Pancreatic PseudocystDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Pseudocyst.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- ProctitisDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Rotor SyndromeDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Rotor Syndrome.
- Stomach CancerDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- Watermelon StomachDr. Balderas isExperienced. Learn about Watermelon Stomach.