Dr. Vijay babu Balakrishnan M.D., CCD.
Endocrinology-Diabetes | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
1200 Old York Rd Abington PA, 19001About
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.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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