Summary

Dr. Mala Balakumar treats hemorrhoids, anal pain, and acrochordons, and performs sigmoidoscopy, anoscopy, and rectal surgery. She practices surgery and colorectal surgery and has 36 years of experience. Dr. Balakumar earned her medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and sees patients across multiple locations in New York, including Garden City, Westbury, Greenlawn, Rockville Centre, New York, New Rochelle, Valley Stream, Manhasset, Melville, and Oceanside. She is affiliated with Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital, The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai South Nassau, Mercy Medical Center, and Long Island Jewish Valley Stream. She speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Balakumar 3.79 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 36 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Minnesota Medical School
  • 7 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 6 hospital affiliations
  • 13 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Mala Murthy Balakumar has 13 locations

Colon And Rectal Surgical Specialists Of New York

1100 Franklin Ave Ste 203Garden City, NY 11530
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

Meadowbrook Endoscopy Center

865 Merrick Ave Ste 150NWestbury, NY 11590
Mon6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dr. Mala Murthy Balakumar

5 Cuba Hill RdGreenlawn, NY 11740
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

Mercy Medical Center

1000 N Village AveRockville Centre, NY 11570

The Mount Sinai Hospital

1468 Madison AveNew York, NY 10029

Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital

16 Guion PlNew Rochelle, NY 10801

Long Island Jewish Valley Stream

900 Franklin AveValley Stream, NY 11580

Colon And Rectal Surgical Specialists Of New York

1155 Northern Blvd Fl 2Manhasset, NY 11030
Mon9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 6:30 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Colon And Rectal Surgical Specialists Of New York

510 Broadhollow Rd Ste 309Melville, NY 11747
Mon9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mount Sinai South Nassau

1 Healthy WayOceanside, NY 11572

Colon And Rectal Surgical Specialists Of New York

510 Broadhollow Rd Ste 307Melville, NY 11747
Mon9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The Mount Sinai Hospital

1 Gustave L Levy PlNew York, NY 10029

Colon And Rectal Surgical Specialists Of New York

5 Cuba Hill RdGreenlawn, NY 11740
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

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SurgerySurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.8 
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36 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 44 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
Garden City , NYNew York , NYFlushing , NYNew York , NY
Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: New York Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Mala Murthy Balakumar

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Mala Murthy Balakumar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Mala Murthy Balakumar has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Banding
  • Bowel Resection
  • Colon Cancer
  • Colonoscopy
  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Diverticulitis
  • Hemorrhoidectomy
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Rectal Bleeding
  • Rectal Pain

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Dr. Mala Murthy Balakumar holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Minnesota Medical School in 1990.

NPI Number

Dr. Balakumar's NPI number is 1710913009.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Mala Balakumar speak?
Dr. Mala Balakumar speaks English and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mala Balakumar?
You can find contact information for Dr. Mala Balakumar here on Vitals.
Is Dr. Mala Balakumar accepting new patients?
Dr. Mala Balakumar is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Mala Balakumar's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Dr. Mala Balakumar's office located?
Dr. Mala Balakumar's office is located at 1100 Franklin Ave Ste 203, Garden City, NY, 11530.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mala Balakumar affiliated with?
Dr. Mala Balakumar is affiliated with Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital, The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai South Nassau, Mercy Medical Center, Long Island Jewish Valley Stream, and Mount Sinai Kravis Childrens Hospital.

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