Summary

Dr. Gowri Balachandar is a gastroenterologist who brings four decades of experience to digestive health care. She earned her medical degree from Jawaharlal Institute of Post-Graduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER) and completed her residency training at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Dr. Balachandar is fluent in English and Spanish, allowing her to serve diverse patient populations throughout her extensive career.

Dr. Balachandar practices throughout Plano, Texas, with affiliations at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Medical City Plano Hospital, and Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Plano. She specializes in treating common digestive conditions including colon polyps and hemorrhoids. Her expertise includes performing colonoscopies and both upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures to diagnose and treat digestive disorders. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals, reflecting their experience with her care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 40 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
  • 13 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Gowri Balachandar has 6 locations

Lone Star Gastroenterology Pa

4101 W Spring Creek Pkwy Ste 400Plano, TX 75024
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

Baylor Scott And White Surgicare Plano

1701 Ohio DrPlano, TX 75093
Mon6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Medical City Plano

3901 W 15th StPlano, TX 75075

West Plano Emergency Room

2000 Dallas Pkwy Ste 100Plano, TX 75093

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Dr. Gowri Balachandar, MDDr. Brent Keith, MDDr. Neville Fernandes, MDDr. Rajvinder Sidhu, MD
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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4.3 
4.5 
40 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Plano , TXPlano , TXDallas , TXFrisco , TX
Med School: Jawaharlal Inst Of Post-Graduate Medical Education And Research (Jipmer) Med School: Ross University Med School: University of Zimbabwe
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gowri Balachandar

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gowri Balachandar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gowri Balachandar has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colon Cancer
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Dr. Gowri Balachandar holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Jawaharlal Inst Of Post-Graduate Medical Education And Research (Jipmer) in 1988 and Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School Of Medicine in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Balachandar's NPI number is 1669435889.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Gowri Balachandar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Gowri Balachandar affiliated with?
Dr. Gowri Balachandar is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Medical City Plano Hospital, Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Plano, and West Plano Emergency Room.
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