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Dr. Vijay Balakrishnan, MD

Dr. Vijay Balakrishnan, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*

Dr. Vijay Balakrishnan, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Somers Point, NJ. Dr. Balakrishnan has extensive experience in Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring and Thyroid Disorders. He is affiliated with Shore Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Shore Physicians Group

18 W New York Ave Somers Point, NJ 08244
Telehealth available

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(609) 365-5300

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Balakrishnan specializes in the areas of Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology & Internal Medicine. • 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.
  • Good Nurse Communication
    Patients said they had good communication with nurses. • See hospitals
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Dr. Balakrishnan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Balakrishnan

3.9

11 ratings, 7 with a written review
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Creative Rascal – Apr 28, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
1 person found this helpful
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Anonymous – Aug 15, 2021
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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vivian mitchell – May 12, 2021
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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
Apr 20, 2021
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Egg Harbor Township, NJ – Jul 26, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
8 people found this helpful
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Pleasantville, NJ – Mar 26, 2017
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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
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Julia E. in Pleasantville, NJ – Feb 04, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Vijay Balakrishnan, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Somers Point, NJ. Dr. Balakrishnan has extensive experience in Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring and Thyroid Disorders. He is affiliated with Shore Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

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

  • Temple University

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Aiims-all India Inst Med Sci

    Residency Hospital

  • Abington Memorial Hospital

    Internship Hospital

  • Dr M.g.r. Medical University / Chingleput Medical College

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Shore Physicians Group

Shore Physicians Group Endocrinology Division18 W New York Ave Somers Point, NJ 08244
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Shore Medical Center

    100 Medical Center Way
    Somers Point, NJ 08244

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

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

    4% higher than the national average

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