Somasekhara R Balla MD
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
270 Smith Church Road Roanoke Rapids NC, 27870About
Dr. Somasekhara Balla is a cardiologist practicing in Roanoke Rapids, NC. Dr. Balla specializes in diagnosing, monitoring, and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels and the cardiovascular system. These conditions include heart attacks, heart murmurs, coronary heart disease, and hypertension. Dr. Balla also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Andhra Med Coll- Univ Hlth Sci- Visakhapatnam- Ap- India 1971
Andhra Medical College 1971
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Endocarditis
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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