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Dr. Duraisamy Balaguru, MB BS

Dr. Duraisamy Balaguru, MB BS

Pediatric Cardiology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Duraisamy Balaguru, MB BS is a pediatric cardiologist in Dover, NH and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Thanjavur Med Coll-Madras University in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Frisbie Memorial Hospital and Portsmouth Regional Hospital.

1 Star Rating
Based on 2 reviews 1 Star Rating (2 reviews)

Practice

789 Central Ave Dover, NH 03820

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Balaguru specializes in the areas of Adult Congenital Heart Disease & Pediatric Cardiology. See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Balaguru's Reviews

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nope – Aug 15, 2024
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What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Julia in Houston, TX – Sep 09, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Duraisamy Balaguru, MB BS is a pediatric cardiologist in Dover, NH and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Thanjavur Med Coll-Madras University in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Frisbie Memorial Hospital and Portsmouth Regional Hospital.
  • Pediatric Cardiology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Childrens Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2002
  • Med University Sc Children's Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2001
  • Nyu School Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1999
  • Stanley Medical College Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1989
  • Thanjavur Med Coll-madras University

    Medical School, 1987
  • Thanjavur Medical College Hosps

    Internship Hospital, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Adult Congenital Heart Disease
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatric Cardiology
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Locations

Practice

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital789 Central Ave Dover, NH 03820
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St
    Boston, MA 02114
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    21% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Newton-Wellesley Hospital

    2014 Washington St
    Newton, MA 02462
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Wentworth-Douglass Hospital

    789 Central Ave
    Dover, NH 03820
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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