Summary

Dr. Savitha Balakrishna is a family medicine and emergency medicine physician who earned her medical degree from Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences. With 31 years of clinical experience, she brings extensive expertise to both primary care and urgent medical situations. Dr. Balakrishna is fluent in English and Spanish.

She practices at Woodland Heights Medical Center in Lufkin, Texas, and maintains affiliations with Chi Saint Lukes Health Memorial Lufkin and Tyler County Hospital. Dr. Balakrishna specializes in managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. She performs routine blood tests and flu testing to help diagnose and monitor various health conditions. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 31 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Karnataka Institute Of Medical Sciences
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Woodland Heights Medical Center

505 S John Redditt DrLufkin, TX 75904

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Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
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31 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Arabic, English
Lufkin , TXPasadena , TXMansfield , TXKaty , TX
Med School: Karnataka Institute Of Medical Sciences Med School: Ain Shams University
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Savitha Balakrishna has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Savitha Balakrishna has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Karnataka Institute Of Medical SciencesGraduated in 1998
Karnataka Institute Of Medical SciencesGraduated in 1995

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Savitha Balakrishna accepting new patients?
Dr. Savitha Balakrishna has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Savitha Balakrishna affiliated with?
Dr. Savitha Balakrishna is affiliated with Chi Saint Lukes Health Memorial Lufkin, Woodland Heights Medical Center, and Tyler County Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Savitha Balakrishna?
You can find contact information for Dr. Savitha Balakrishna here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Savitha Balakrishna's office located?
Dr. Savitha Balakrishna's office is located at 505 S John Redditt Dr, Lufkin, TX, 75904.
Does Dr. Savitha Balakrishna accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Savitha Balakrishna has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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