Dr. Palur Balakrishnan, MD
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Dr. Palur Balakrishnan, MD
Cardiology
Dr. Palur Balakrishnan, MD is a cardiologist in Pearland, TX and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Madras University Madras India in 1967. He is affiliated with medical facilities HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast and HCA Houston Healthcare Pearland. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
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Dr. Balakrishnan is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Pearland Pearland, a highly rated hospital.
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- Areas of Expertise • Dr. Balakrishnan specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
- Friendly Staff • Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
- Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Practices at Top Hospital • Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Balakrishnan's Reviews
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| 1 Star | 43% | 43% |
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Dr. Palur Balakrishnan, MD is a cardiologist in Pearland, TX and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Madras University Madras India in 1967. He is affiliated with medical facilities HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast...read moreCardiology
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St Lukes Hospital / Baylor College Of Medicine
Fellowship HospitalSt. Vincent Medical Center
Residency HospitalGovernment General Hospital Madras
Internship HospitalMadras University Madras India
Medical School, 1967
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Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 1
hospital awardView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
79%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home8% lower than the national average
74%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well4% lower than the national average
- Recipient of 16
hospital awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
78%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home6% lower than the national average
71%Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean4% higher than the national average
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