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Dr. Vijay babu Balakrishnan M.D., CCD.
Endocrinology-Diabetes | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
3322 N Broad St Temple University Ho Philadelphia PA, 19140About
Dr. Vijay babu Balakrishnan practices Endocrinology in Abington, PA. Dr. Balakrishnan specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases related to hormone imbalance, and the bodys glands in the endocrine system. Endocrinologists are trained and certified to treat a variety of conditions, including menopause, diabetes, infertility, and thyroid disorders, among many others. Dr. Balakrishnan examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses, and decides the best treatment methods.
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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