Summary

Dr. Balagopalan Nair is an internal medicine physician who specializes in oncology, bringing over four decades of medical expertise to cancer care. He earned his medical degree from Grant Government Medical College and completed his residency at the University of South Florida College of Medicine. With 41 years of experience treating patients, Dr. Nair provides comprehensive care for those facing cancer diagnoses. He is fluent in Chinese and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Nair practices at multiple locations throughout Arkansas, including Little Rock, Heber Springs, El Dorado, and Magnolia. His primary affiliation is with Baptist Health Medical Center Little Rock, and he also sees patients at several Carti Cancer Centers. He specializes in treating conditions such as lung cancer, iron deficiency anemia, and managing nausea and vomiting that can result from cancer treatments. His expertise includes performing infusion therapy and administering both intravenous and standard chemotherapy treatments. Patients rate Dr. Nair 3.8 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 41 years of experience
  • 36 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, Spanish
  • University Of South Florida College Of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 8 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Balagopalan Nair has 8 locations

Carti Cancer Center

8901 Carti WayLittle Rock, AR 72205
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

Baptist Health Medical Center Heber Springs

1800 By Pass RdHeber Springs, AR 72543
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Baptist Health Medical Center Little Rock

9601 Baptist Health DrLittle Rock, AR 72205

Carti Cancer Center

1601 N West AveEl Dorado, AR 71730
Mon7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Magnolia Regional Medical Center

101 Hospital DrMagnolia, AR 71753
MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
Thu9:00 am - 3:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Speaks Chinese, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin)
Little Rock , ARNorth Little Rock , ARMesquite , TXLittle Rock , AR
Med School: Grant Government Medical College Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Balagopalan Nair

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Allwell
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Arkansas Total Care
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Empire Plan
  • Empower Healthcare Solutions
  • Empower Healthcare Solutions - Medicaid (Managed)
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Balagopalan Nair has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Balagopalan Nair has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Anemia
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Hodgkin's Lymphoma
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Multiple Myeloma (Cancer of Plasma Cells)
  • Myelodysplastic Syndromes
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma
  • Myeloproliferative Disorders
  • Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of South Florida College Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Grant Government Medical College in 1985.

NPI Number

Dr. Nair's NPI number is 1063494953.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Balagopalan Nair's office located?
Dr. Balagopalan Nair's office is located at 8901 Carti Way, Little Rock, AR, 72205.
Is Dr. Balagopalan Nair accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Balagopalan Nair affiliated with?
Dr. Balagopalan Nair is affiliated with Baptist Health Medical Center Little Rock.
Does Dr. Balagopalan Nair accept my insurance?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Balagopalan Nair?
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