Dr. Velukutty Balakrishnan M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
105 N Osceola Ave Inverness FL, 34450Rating
4/5
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Dr. Velukutty Balakrishnan practices Pulmonology in Inverness, FL. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Balakrishnan manages patients who need life support and mechanical ventilation, and is specially trained in diseases and conditions of the chest, particularly pneumonia, asthma, tuberculosis, emphysema, and complicated chest infections.
Education and Training
Gandhiji University Medical College MD
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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