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Dr. Shivaiah Balachandra, MD

Pediatric Nephrology* Age 61
Dr. Shivaiah Balachandra, MD

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Dr. Shivaiah Balachandra, MD

Pediatric Nephrology* Age 61
Galveston, TX
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36 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Shivaiah Balachandra, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist in Galveston, TX.

About

Dr. Balachandra graduated from SOUTHWEST COLLEGE OF NATUROPATHIC MEDICINEHEALTH SCIENCES. Dr. Shivaiah Balachandra, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist in Galveston, TX and has 36 years experience. Dr. Balachandra currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Texas Children's Hospital and UTMB Health-Galveston Campus. Dr. Balachandra has experience treating conditions like Congenital Anomalies of Kidney among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Balachandra's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Balachandra is board certified in Pediatric Nephrology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Experience Check

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Congenital Anomalies of Kidney
Congenital Renal Dysplasia
Hypertension
Congenital Anomalies of Kidney
Congenital Renal Dysplasia
Hypertension
Congenital Anomalies of Kidney
Congenital Renal Dysplasia
Hypertension
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage I
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Nephritis and Nephropathy
Proteinuria
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Acidosis
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Acute Glomerulonephritis
Acute Kidney Failure
Acute Kidney Infection
Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD)
Bartter Syndrome
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Chronic Glomerulonephritis
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage II
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage IV
Chronic Kidney Infection
Congenital Cystic Kidney Disease
Congenital Medullary Cystic Kidney Disease
Congenital Obstruction of Ureteropelvic Junction
Congenital Renal Agenesis and Dysgenesis
Dehydration
Diabetes Insipidus
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
End-Stage Renal Disease
Henoch–Schönlein Purpura (HSP)
Hydronephrosis
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperplastic Giant Kidney
Hypokalemia
Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Kidney Hypertrophy
Kidney Infection
Kidney Stones
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Nephrotic Syndrome
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
Renal Hyperparathyroidism
Renal Osteodystrophy
Rhabdomyolysis
Small Kidney
Traumatic Acute Kidney Injury
Tuberous Sclerosis
Ureteral Stones
Vasculitis
Vitamin D Deficiency
Kidney Transplant Evaluation
Living Kidney Donor Evaluation
Renal Scan
Ultrasound, Kidney

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Locations

  1. 1 Pedi Speech Language Therapy PCP Galveston
    400 Harborside Dr Ste 103, Galveston, TX 77550
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  2. 2 Office
    250 Blossom St, Webster, TX 77598
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  3. 3 University of Texas Medical Branch
    301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX 77555
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    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 16:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 16:00

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Specialties*
Pediatric Nephrology
Pediatrics
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • SOUTHWEST COLLEGE OF NATUROPATHIC MEDICINEHEALTH SCIENCES
    1988
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Pediatric Nephrology and Pediatrics
Board Certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

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

Dr. Balachandra frequently treats the following conditions: Congenital Anomalies of Kidney. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Shivaiah Balachandra, MD is affiliated with Texas Children's Hospital and UTMB Health-Galveston Campus.

Yes, Dr. Shivaiah Balachandra, MD holds board certification in Pediatric Nephrology and Pediatrics.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Texas Children's Hospital

    6621 Fannin St, Houston, TX

  • UTMB Health-Galveston Campus

    301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX