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"Dr. Vanitha Bala, is a board-certified gastroenterologist. She earned her medical degree from Mysore Medical College, India, and completed her internal medicine internship and residency at Wright State University, Ohio, where she served as a chief resident. She completed her gastroenterology fellowship at the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine at Richmond, Va. Dr. Bala provides high-quality care to her patients and offers colon cancer screenings, upper endoscopies and other GI procedures. Patients value Dr. Bala’s compassion and commitment to providing the best care to every individual, every day. She respects each patient’s values and places her patients at the center of their care to ensure they are involved in the planning of their treatments. Dr. Bala has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles in eminent medical journals and presented many of her research work at various national and international scientific meetings. While she was a faculty at the Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, GA, she authored a chapter in the seminal book, ""Comprehensive Hospital Medicine, An Evidence-Based Approach"" for hospitalist all over the medical world. Dr. Bala is a member of the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA), American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) and American College of Gastroenterology (ACG).She is on the board of directors of the Indian Doctors Association for Greater Houston and an active member of Indo-American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Houston. Dr. Bala actively serves The Woodlands and Houston Metro communities in various capacities while volunteering for free health clinics and educating the underserved population about health care. In her spare time, Dr. Bala loves spending quality time with her husband and their two wonderful children.".
Dr. Bala is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Vanitha Bala
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Vanitha Bala?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Vanitha Bala by calling their office at 832-934-7675. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Vanitha Bala a top-rated expert for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Vanitha Bala is classified as an Advanced expert for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), 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. Vanitha Bala specialize in?
While Dr. Vanitha Bala is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gas Bloat Syndrome, and Gastrointestinal Bleeding. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Vanitha Bala accept my insurance?
Dr. Vanitha Bala accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 832-934-7675 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- ColitisDr. Bala isAdvanced. Learn about Colitis.
- Cronkhite-Canada DiseaseDr. Bala isAdvanced. Learn about Cronkhite-Canada Disease.
- DiarrheaDr. Bala isAdvanced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Bala isAdvanced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EndoscopyDr. Bala isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
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- Acute PancreatitisDr. Bala isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
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- Autoimmune HepatitisDr. Bala isExperienced. Learn about Autoimmune Hepatitis.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Bala isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Bala isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Bala isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.