4.6
5 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Balakrishna Prabhakar is an internal medicine and pediatrics physician who earned his medical degree from Coimbatore Medical College and completed his residency at Michigan Diagnostic. With 37 years of experience in medicine, he brings extensive knowledge to caring for patients across age groups, from children through adults. Dr. Prabhakar is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.
Dr. Prabhakar practices at several Houston-area facilities, including Houston Methodist Continuing Care Hospital, Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, and Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital in Houston and Katy, Texas. He specializes in managing high cholesterol conditions in children and teenagers, as well as treating hyperlipidemia and familial lipid disorders. His practice includes performing electrocardiograms to monitor heart health and conducting depression screenings as part of comprehensive patient care. Patients rate Dr. Prabhakar 4.6 out of 5 stars on …average.
Read More Read less Dr. Prabhakar practices at several Houston-area facilities, including Houston Methodist Continuing Care Hospital, Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, and Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital in Houston and Katy, Texas. He specializes in managing high cholesterol conditions in children and teenagers, as well as treating hyperlipidemia and familial lipid disorders. His practice includes performing electrocardiograms to monitor heart health and conducting depression screenings as part of comprehensive patient care. Patients rate Dr. Prabhakar 4.6 out of 5 stars on …average.
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Quick Facts
- 37 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, English
- Michigan Diagnostic
- 1 written review
- 2 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Balakrishna Prabhakar has 3 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Balakrishna Prabhakar, MD | Dr. Nilesh Vyas, MD | Dr. Adnan Rafiq, MD | Dr. Chinwe Jane Okafor, MD |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 37 Years of Experience | 41 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience | 19 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Hindi, Urdu | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Houston , TX | Webster , TX | Houston , TX | SUGAR LAND , TX |
| Med School: Coimbatore Medical College | Med School: Baroda Medical College | Med School: New Jersey Medical School | Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Balakrishna Prabhakar has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Balakrishna Prabhakar has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
37 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Texas, 2025, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Michigan Diagnostic
Medical School
Coimbatore Medical CollegeGraduated in 1989
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Balakrishna Prabhakar affiliated with?
- Dr. Balakrishna Prabhakar is affiliated with Houston Methodist Continuing Care Hospital, Michael E Debakey Va Medical Center, and Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital.
- Is Dr. Balakrishna Prabhakar accepting new patients?
- Dr. Balakrishna Prabhakar has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Balakrishna Prabhakar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Balakrishna Prabhakar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- What languages does Dr. Balakrishna Prabhakar speak?
- Dr. Balakrishna Prabhakar speaks Spanish and English.
- Where is Dr. Balakrishna Prabhakar's office located?
- Dr. Balakrishna Prabhakar's office is located at 2002 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX, 77030.
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