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Dr. Vanitha Bala, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 54
Dr. Vanitha Bala, MD
3.8 (13 Ratings)

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Dr. Vanitha Bala, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Shenandoah, TX.
Dr. Vanitha Bala, MD
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Dr. Vanitha Bala, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 54
Shenandoah, TX
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32 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Vanitha Bala, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Shenandoah, TX.

About

Dr. Bala graduated from MYSORE UNIVERSITY / J.S.S. MEDICAL COLLEGE. Dr. Vanitha Bala, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Shenandoah, TX and has 32 years experience. Dr. Bala currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital. Dr. Bala has experience treating conditions like Intestinal Ulcer, Abdominal Pain and Constipation among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Bala received an average rating of 3.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 13 times. Dr. Bala's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Bala is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Intestinal Ulcer
Abdominal Pain
Constipation
Intestinal Ulcer
Abdominal Pain
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Esophagitis
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Nausea
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Pelvic Abscess
Anal or Rectal Pain
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Gallstones
Gastritis
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Duodenal Polypectomy
Anemia
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Barrett's Esophagus
Chronic Gastritis
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Polyp
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenitis
Dysphagia
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Ulcer
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroparesis
Gastroptosis
Hemorrhoids
Indigestion
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Obstruction
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Peptic Ulcer
Reflux Esophagitis
Splenomegaly
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Vitamin_Deficiency
Vomiting Disorders
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Acute Gastritis
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
All Types of Food Poisoning
Ascites
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Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bile Duct Obstruction
Biliary Cirrhosis
Bowel Strangulation
Celiac Disease
Coccygeal Pain
Congenital Achalasia
Crohn's Disease
Dehydration
Duodenal Cancer
Dysentery
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Varices
Food Allergy
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Heartburn
Hemochromatosis
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatitis C
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Ischemic Colitis
Lactose Intolerance
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Malnutrition
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Pancreatitis
Pouchitis
Pregnancy Hemorrhoids
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Proctoptosis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rectal Ulcer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Spleen Cyst
Splenic Infarct
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Endoscopy
Gallbladder Scan
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound, Endoanal
Ultrasound, Esophageal
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

Insurance Accepted

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  • Blue Card PPO
    Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
  • Navigate HMO
    Choice Plus POS
    Nexus Open Access
    Navigate POS
    Options PPO
  • Blue Essentials HMO
    BestChoice PPO
    Blue Advantage HMO
    Blue Choice
    Blue Advantage HMO
  • Aetna HMO
    Whole Health - Memorial Hermann HMO
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Choice Plus POS II
    Open Choice PPO
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Signature Administrators PPO
  • Cigna HMO
    Cigna PPO
    LocalPlus
    Open Access Plus
  • Group Health Network

Locations

  1. 1 Nhgi
    9180 Pinecroft Dr Ste 250, Shenandoah, TX 77380
  2. 2 Woodlands Premium Care Partners LLC
    9180 Pinecroft Dr Ste 401, Shenandoah, TX 77380
  3. 3 Office
    111 Vision Park Blvd Ste 150, Shenandoah, TX 77384
  4. 4 Memorial Hermann the Woodlands Hospital
    9250 Pinecroft Dr, Shenandoah, TX 77380

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bala
3.8
Based on 13 Reviews
5 Stars (9)
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1 Star (4)

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Patient Reviews
Jun 27, 2024
Dr. Bala was recommended by my PCP. I felt very comfortable during our first visit, she got me in quickly to have a colonoscopy but also wanted to check my acid reflux issues. She is calm and patient putting me at ease during visits. The surgical staff at the MH surgery center was perfect too. I receive several phone calls regarding my colonoscopy the next day.
— Jun 27, 2024
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Specialties*
Gastroenterology
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Education

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Medical Education
  • MYSORE UNIVERSITY / J.S.S. MEDICAL COLLEGE
    1992
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Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Vanitha Bala, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Bala's profile.

Dr. Bala frequently treats the following conditions: Intestinal Ulcer, Abdominal Pain and Constipation. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Vanitha Bala, MD is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Vanitha Bala, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital

    1635 North Loop W, Houston, TX