Dr. Radhakrishna Baliga M.D.
Nephrologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Nephrology
1980 Tybee Lane Lake Charles LA, 70605About
Dr. Radhakrishna Baliga is a pediatric nephrologist practicing in Lake Charles, LA. Dr. Baliga specializes in caring for children with chronic conditions such as hypertension, kidney disease, and chronic dialysis. Pediatric nephrologists have extensive knowledge on the dialysis and transplant processes, while simultaneously developing lasting relationships with the families of their young patients.
Education and Training
Kasturba Med Coll- Mysore Univ- Mangalore- Karnataka- India 1968
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Nephrology
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD
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