5
1 Rating with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Purnima Balachandran is a gastroenterologist with 34 years of experience treating digestive system disorders and conditions. She earned her medical degree from Armed Forces Medical College and has dedicated more than three decades to helping patients with gastrointestinal health concerns. Dr. Balachandran is board-certified in gastroenterology and speaks English with her patients.
Dr. Balachandran practices at multiple locations throughout the Chicago area, including Glenview, Chicago, Skokie, Evanston, Highland Park, and Arlington Heights, Illinois. Her affiliations include Jesse Brown VA Medical Center and Northwest Community Healthcare. She specializes in treating colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and diverticular disease. Dr. Balachandran performs colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures with sedation for patient comfort. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Balachandran practices at multiple locations throughout the Chicago area, including Glenview, Chicago, Skokie, Evanston, Highland Park, and Arlington Heights, Illinois. Her affiliations include Jesse Brown VA Medical Center and Northwest Community Healthcare. She specializes in treating colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and diverticular disease. Dr. Balachandran performs colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures with sedation for patient comfort. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 34 years of experience
- speaks English
- Armed Forces Medical College
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 7 office locations
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Purnima V Balachandran has 7 locationsNorthshore Medical Group Gastroenterology
2150 Pfingsten Rd Ste 3000Glenview, IL 60026 Tel: (847) 657-1900
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Purnima V Balachandran, MD | Dr. Amit Patel, MD | Dr. Manoj K Mehta, MD | Dr. W. Reid Glaws, DO |
| Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 34 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience | 38 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Glenview , IL | Chicago , IL | EVANSTON , IL | Lindenhurst , IL |
| Med School: Armed Forces Medical College | Med School: University of South Florida College of Medicine | Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center | Med School: New York College of Osteopathic Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Purnima V Balachandran has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Purnima V Balachandran has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
34 Years Experience
Dr. Purnima V Balachandran holds an active medical license in the state of Illinois.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Armed Forces Medical College in 1992.
NPI Number
Dr. Balachandran's NPI number is 1659318509.
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- Dr. Purnima V Balachandran's office is located at 2150 Pfingsten Rd Ste 3000, Glenview, IL, 60026.
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- Dr. Purnima V Balachandran is affiliated with Jesse Brown Va Medical Center and Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital.
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