Dr. Roja Balakrishnan M.D.
Internist
620 N Jefferson St Saint James MO, 65559About
Dr. Roja Balakrishnan is an internist practicing in Saint James, MO. Dr. Balakrishnan specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Balakrishnan provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Madras Med Coll, Dr M G R Med Univ, Madras, Tn, India 1984
Butler University in Indianapolis 1989
Madras Medical College 1984
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Sleep Apnea
- Heart Disease
- Sleep Disorders
- Back Pain
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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