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Dr. Elangovan Balakrishnan, MD

Dr. Elangovan Balakrishnan, MD

Medical Oncology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Elangovan Balakrishnan, MD is a medical oncologist in Columbia, MO and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Kilpauk Medical College in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Boone Hospital Center and Hannibal Regional Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 36 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (36 reviews)

Missouri Cancer Associates

1705 E Broadway Columbia, MO 65201
Telehealth available

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(866) 601-1364

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Balakrishnan is affiliated with Boone Hospital Center Columbia, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Balakrishnan specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Medical Oncology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Balakrishnan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Balakrishnan

4.4

36 ratings, 31 with a written review
5 Star
78%
78%
4 Star
8%
8%
3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
11%
11%

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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
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Feb 11, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Aug 29, 2024
Thank you for sharing your concerns. We sincerely...Read More
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 01, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 28, 2023
We are glad to hear you found the staff to be...Read More
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Jun 16, 2023
Thank you for your review! We are glad to hear...Read More
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
May 31, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 31, 2023
We are glad to hear you found your doctor and...Read More
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 19, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 29, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 29, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Sherry Leach Dichiro – Apr 09, 2023
We are glad to hear you found the staff organized...Read More
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Suze Durk – Apr 07, 2023
Thank you Suze for sharing your experience! We...Read More
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 23, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Mar 17, 2023
We are so glad to hear Dr. Bala made you feel at...Read More
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Miller – Mar 17, 2023
We are glad to hear Dr. Bala made sure you were...Read More
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 17, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Wilma J Hunt – Mar 15, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Mar 14, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Laci – Mar 14, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Carolyn Edwards – Feb 07, 2023
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About Me

biography

The clinical problems and complex treatment decisions in Oncology are a challenge – and I love that. At the same time, these patients need compassionate care. The " C " word is quite scary.Guiding them though this tough road is not an easy...read more

  • Medical Oncology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Tex Houston Health Sci Center

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Ttu Health Sci Center

    Residency Hospital, 1998

  • Ttu Health Sci Center

    Internship Hospital, 1996

  • Kilpauk Medical College

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Medical Oncology
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Locations

Missouri Cancer Associates

Columbia, Missouri1705 E Broadway Columbia, MO 65201
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Office603 W Pierce St Kirksville, MO 63501
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:30am - 4:00pm
    • Tue: 7:30am - 4:00pm
    • Wed: 7:30am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: 7:30am - 4:00pm
    • Fri: 7:30am - 4:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Boone Hospital Center

    1600 E Broadway
    Columbia, MO 65201
    Recipient of 20
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Hannibal Regional Hospital

    6000 Hospital Dr
    Hannibal, MO 63401

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Moberly Regional Medical Center

    1515 Union Ave
    Moberly, MO 65270

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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