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Dr. Bala Shanmugam, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 47
Dr. Bala Shanmugam, MD
3.8 (31 Ratings)
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Dr. Bala Shanmugam, MD is an Internist in Bristol, CT.
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Dr. Bala Shanmugam, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 47
Bristol, CT
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience
Dr. Bala Shanmugam, MD is an Internist in Bristol, CT.

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Dr. Shanmugam graduated from Kasturba Medical College Manipal, Manipal University. Dr. Bala Shanmugam, MD is an Internist in Bristol, CT and has 24 years experience. Dr. Shanmugam currently practices at Bristol Health Primary Care & Infectious Disease and are affiliated with Bristol Hospital. At present, Dr. Shanmugam received an average rating of 3.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 31 times. Dr. Shanmugam's office accepts new patients. Dr. Shanmugam also speaks Tamil. Dr. Shanmugam is board certified in Infectious Disease and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Bristol Health Primary Care & Infectious Disease
    923 Farmington Ave, Bristol, CT 06010
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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shanmugam
3.8
Based on 31 Reviews
5 Stars (20)
4 Stars (2)
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1 Star (7)

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Jun 05, 2024
Everyone at office is always helpful.
James Nocera — Jun 05, 2024
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Languages Spoken
Tamil
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Kasturba Medical College Manipal, Manipal University
    2000
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Infectious Disease and Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Bala Shanmugam, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shanmugam's profile.

Dr. Bala Shanmugam, MD is affiliated with Bristol Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Bala Shanmugam, MD holds board certification in Infectious Disease and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Bristol Hospital

    41 Brewster Rd, Bristol, CT