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Summary
Purnima Backlas specializes in internal medicine, bringing five decades of comprehensive healthcare experience to their practice. They earned their medical degree from Calcutta Medical College and completed residency training at New York & Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia. Their extensive 50-year career reflects a deep commitment to adult healthcare and disease prevention. Purnima Backlas is fluent in English.
Located in Weslaco, Texas, they focus on providing thorough internal medicine care for adult patients. Their long-standing practice demonstrates expertise in managing complex medical conditions and coordinating comprehensive treatment plans. Patients have given them an average rating of 4.0, reflecting their dedication to quality healthcare delivery throughout their distinguished career.
Located in Weslaco, Texas, they focus on providing thorough internal medicine care for adult patients. Their long-standing practice demonstrates expertise in managing complex medical conditions and coordinating comprehensive treatment plans. Patients have given them an average rating of 4.0, reflecting their dedication to quality healthcare delivery throughout their distinguished career.
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Quick Facts
- 50 years of experience
- speaks English
- New York & Presbyterian Hosp/Columbia
- 1 specialty
- 1 office location
Office Location
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 50 Years of Experience | 27 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience | 30 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Hindi, Urdu | Speaks English |
| Weslaco , TX | Irving , TX | Houston , TX | La Porte , TX |
| Med School: Calcutta Medical College | Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine | Med School: New Jersey Medical School | Med School: Pramukhswami Medical College |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Purnima Lama Backlas has the following specialty
Certifications, License, & Education
50 Years Experience
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at New York & Presbyterian Hosp/Columbia.
Medical School
Graduated from Calcutta Medical College in 1976.
NPI Number
Dr. Backlas' NPI number is 1407909617.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Purnima Backlas's office located?
- Dr. Purnima Backlas's office is located at 735 Lion Lake Dr S, Weslaco, TX, 78596.
- What languages does Dr. Purnima Backlas speak?
- Dr. Purnima Backlas speaks English.
- Does Dr. Purnima Backlas accept my insurance?
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