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Dr. Nicholas Balaji, MD

Dr. Nicholas Balaji, MD

Cardiovascular & Metabolic Diseases*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Nicholas Balaji, MD is a cardiovascular & metabolic disease specialist in Fairfax, VA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Michigan Medical School in 2003. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Inova Loudoun Hospital and Inova Fairfax Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 4 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

8081 Innovation Park Dr # 700700 Fairfax, VA 22031
Telehealth available
(571) 472-2900

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Balaji is affiliated with Inova Fairfax Hospital Falls Church, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Balaji specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Interventional Cardiology. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • 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 for Cardiac Care Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Balaji's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Balaji

4.0

4 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
25%
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jul 30, 2024
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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
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Mike Stacy – Feb 14, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Nov 20, 2020
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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
Fairfax Station, VA – Nov 15, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Nicholas Balaji is a specialty care cardiologist board certified in interventional cardiology, nuclear cardiology, cardiovascular disease, and internal medicine. He joins Inova Medical Group with over 10 years of clinical experience. He has...read more

  • Cardiovascular & Metabolic Diseases

  • Interventional Cardiology

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  • Medstar Washington Hospital Center|washington Hospital Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2010

  • University Of Michigan Health System|university Of Michigan Hospitals

    Residency Hospital, 2006

  • University Of Michigan Medical School

    Medical School, 2003
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Interventional Cardiology
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Locations

Practice

Inova Medical Group-Cardiology8081 Innovation Park Dr # 700700 Fairfax, VA 22031
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Inova Fairfax Hospital

    3300 Gallows Rd
    Falls Church, VA 22042
    Recipient of 42
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

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

    Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

    View all awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    18% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Inova Loudoun Hospital

    44045 Riverside Pkwy
    Leesburg, VA 20176
    Recipient of 25
    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.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

    3600 Joseph Siewick Dr
    Fairfax, VA 22033
    Recipient of 24
    hospital awards

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

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

    Patient Safety Excellence 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 their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    12% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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