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Dr. Velu Balasubramanian is a thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon who specializes in complex heart and chest procedures. He earned his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. With 11 years of surgical experience, Dr. Balasubramanian brings expertise in treating conditions affecting the heart, lungs, and chest cavity. He is fluent in English and Tamil.
Dr. Balasubramanian practices at Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, where he provides comprehensive surgical care for patients requiring heart and chest procedures. His dual specialization allows him to address a wide range of thoracic conditions, from heart valve repairs to lung surgeries. Patients benefit from his extensive training and experience in managing complex cardiovascular and thoracic cases that require advanced surgical intervention.
Dr. Balasubramanian practices at Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, where he provides comprehensive surgical care for patients requiring heart and chest procedures. His dual specialization allows him to address a wide range of thoracic conditions, from heart valve repairs to lung surgeries. Patients benefit from his extensive training and experience in managing complex cardiovascular and thoracic cases that require advanced surgical intervention.
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Quick Facts
- 11 years of experience
- speaks English, Tamil
- University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
- 2 specialties
- 6 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Mercy Medical Center
788 8th Ave SE Ste 300Cedar Rapids, IA 52401 Tel: (319) 861-7200
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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| Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 11 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Tamil | Speaks English | ||
| Cedar Rapids , IA | Iowa City , IA | Iowa City , IA | Iowa City , IA |
| Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Jordan Faculty Of Medicine | Med School: Seth G S Medical College | Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Velu Balasubramanian, MS has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Velu Balasubramanian, MS has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
11 Years Experience
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics.
Medical School
Graduated from Indiana University School Of Medicine in 2015.
NPI Number
Dr. Balasubramanian, MS's NPI number is 1982082780.
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- Dr. Velu Balasubramanian, MS is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center.
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