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Elangovan Balakrishnan, MD
- Oncologist
- Columbia, MO
About this business
Dr. Elangovan Balakrishnan, MD is an oncology specialist in Columbia, MO and has been practicing for 21 years. He graduated from Madras Medical College, Tamil Nadu Dr Mgr Medical University in 1993 and specializes in oncology.
Location details
1705 E Broadway, Columbia, MO, 65201, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | Closed | |
| Sun | Closed |
Dr. Balakrishnan suddenly changed my grandmother's treatment last minute. We had a plan before the change that my grandmother agreed with. My mother with my aunts are making the decisions together after grandma's surgery. Yes it is Lymphoma, it's aggressive, but grandma made her decision. No more treatment, no medicine, just meds to numb the pain. This back track made ALL of us even more stressed and unheard. From what I heard from my mother, Dr. Bala was very insistent about the change without offering many reasons why. He ... read more
Business response:
It sounds like your family had a difficult and frustrating experience, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your concerns. Patient care and communication are incredibly important, especially in such sensitive situations. We’re sorry to hear that your grandmother’s wishes didn’t feel fully heard and that the experience caused additional stress. Your feedback is valuable, and we encourage you to continue advocating for the care that best aligns with your grandmother’s wishes.
Dr Balak prefers to watch a computer monitor rather than have a serious discussion with a patient. Does not ask what the patient wants to do. Indifferent and waits for nurses to explain diagnosis and treatment. Doesn't do a thorough body assessment each time for any changes. Is not open for new treatments, prefers conservative routines that he knows only has 20% survivorship. Could not reach him by phone, always had to talk to nurse. While in hospital he never showed up for a visit, again he was too busy. Perhaps he is burne... read more
I appreciated having every step of my appointment explained in detail.
Everyone was helpful and kind. All my questions were answered.
Business response:
We are glad to hear you found the staff to be helpful and kind and your doctor was able to answer all your questions!
He jumped on my cancer very quick.
Business response:
Thank you for your review! We are glad to hear you had a positive experience!
He chooses to use previous visits to other Doctors to diagnose my issues he looked at past blood work and decided not to go any further than that he had determined that I have cirrhosis and enlarged spline causing my problems he had a cbc blood panel done and said I should take a B12 supplement never in my life have I ever been dismissed so quickly without actually doing anything
Business response:
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear the service you received did not match your expectations. We would love to make things right, please feel free to give our office a call and ask for the office manager so we may further assist.
The doctor and the staff was great could not ask for any better services. Thank you!!!!!
Business response:
We are glad to hear you found your doctor and staff to be great and your experience positive. Thank you for your review!
On time appointment
Everyone is friendly and very caring about your well being.
Business response:
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a kind review! We always appreciate the feedback and will share it with the team.
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Elangovan Balakrishnan, MD has a 4.8 star rating with 111 reviews.
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