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Summary
Dr. Veena Balakrishnan Iyer specializes in oncology and internal medicine, bringing 17 years of clinical experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Government Medical College Thrissur and has developed expertise in treating cancer patients alongside providing comprehensive internal medicine care. Dr. Iyer is fluent in English and Portuguese.
Dr. Iyer practices at prestigious institutions including Dana Farber Cancer Institute and Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts. She also maintains affiliations with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and its West Campus location. Her clinical focus includes managing high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies. She performs diagnostic testing including antibiotic sensitivity tests and COVID-19 testing to support patient care.
Dr. Iyer practices at prestigious institutions including Dana Farber Cancer Institute and Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts. She also maintains affiliations with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and its West Campus location. Her clinical focus includes managing high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies. She performs diagnostic testing including antibiotic sensitivity tests and COVID-19 testing to support patient care.
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Quick Facts
- 17 years of experience
- speaks English, Portuguese
- Government Medical College Thrissur
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Veena Balakrishnan Balakrishnan Iyer has 2 locationsDana Farber Cancer Institute
450 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215 Tel: (617) 632-3000
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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| Speaks English, Portuguese | Speaks English, Spanish | ||
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| Med School: Government Medical College Thrissur | Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Massachusetts Medical School | |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Veena Balakrishnan Balakrishnan Iyer has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Veena Balakrishnan Balakrishnan Iyer has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
17 Years Experience
Dr. Veena Balakrishnan Balakrishnan Iyer holds an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Government Medical College Thrissur in 2009.
NPI Number
Dr. Balakrishnan Iyer's NPI number is 1770836413.
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- What languages does Dr. Veena Balakrishnan Balakrishnan Iyer speak?
- Dr. Veena Balakrishnan Balakrishnan Iyer speaks English and Portuguese.
- Where is Dr. Veena Balakrishnan Balakrishnan Iyer's office located?
- Dr. Veena Balakrishnan Balakrishnan Iyer's office is located at 450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA, 02215.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Veena Balakrishnan Balakrishnan Iyer affiliated with?
- Dr. Veena Balakrishnan Balakrishnan Iyer is affiliated with Brigham And Womens Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center West Campus, and BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER.
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