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Dr. Elita Balakrishnan, MD

Pediatrics* Age 87
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Dr. Elita Balakrishnan, MD

Pediatrics* Age 87
Bronx, NY
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54 years of experience
Dr. Elita Balakrishnan, MD is a Pediatrician in Bronx, NY.

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Dr. Balakrishnan graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Elita Balakrishnan, MD is a Pediatrician in Bronx, NY and has 54 years experience. Dr. Balakrishnan currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln. Dr. Balakrishnan's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Balakrishnan is board certified in Pediatrics and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Nyc Health Hospitals / Lincoln
    234 E 149th St, Bronx, NY 10451
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Pediatrics
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Education

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  • Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
    1970
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  • Pediatrics
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Elita Balakrishnan, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Balakrishnan's profile.

Dr. Elita Balakrishnan, MD is affiliated with NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln.

Yes, Dr. Elita Balakrishnan, MD holds board certification in Pediatrics.

Hospital Affiliations

  • NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln

    234 E 149th St, Bronx, NY