Dr. V. Balaji
Senior Consultant - Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon
Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, ChennaiChennai, India
22+ years of experience
About Doctor
Qualifications:
- MBBS (University of Madras)
- MS (General Surgery, University of Madras)
- FRCS – Royal College of Surgeons of England
- FRCS – Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
- FRCS (General Surgery) – Intercollegiate Board of Royal Colleges
- Endovascular training – Cologne, Germany & other international centers
Overview:
Dr. Balaji V is a highly experienced Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon with over 22 years of clinical practice. He holds multiple prestigious surgical qualifications including MBBS, MS, FRCS (Royal College of Surgeons of England), FRCS (Edinburgh), and FRCS (General Surgery), reflecting extensive training and expertise in vascular surgery. Dr. Balaji has trained and worked in the UK, USA, and Germany, and is recognized for his patient-centered care and proficiency in both open and minimally invasive vascular procedures. He was awarded Best Doctor by the Indian Medical Association (IMA) in 2010 and is part of the team that successfully performed Carotid Endarterectomy under regional anesthesia, a significant achievement in India.
Dr. Balaji emphasizes a patient-centered, evidence-based approach, combining advanced surgical techniques with careful diagnosis and individualized treatment planning to optimize vascular health and long-term outcomes.
Conditions Treated
- Peripheral arterial disease (PAD)
- Peripheral vascular disease
- Carotid artery disease / stenosis
- Aortic aneurysms
- Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
- Vascular trauma and injury
- Vascular brain diseases
- Ischemic angiopathy
- Hereditary angioedema with vascular involvement
Procedures Performed
- Peripheral arterial bypass surgery
- Carotid endarterectomy
- Aortic aneurysm repair (open and endovascular)
- Endovascular angioplasty and stenting (e.g., renal artery)
- IVC filter placement
- Endovascular treatment of renal and pulmonary arteriovenous malformations
- Limb salvage and vascular trauma repair
- Dialysis access procedures (AV fistula creation)
- Sclerotherapy and endovenous laser treatments for varicose veins
Memberships:
- Member, European Society for Vascular Surgery
Awards & Achievements:
- Best Doctor, Indian Medical Association (IMA), 2010
- Part of the team performing Carotid Endarterectomy under regional anesthesia (unique achievement in India)
- Gold medals in anatomy, urology, and pediatric surgery during training (as reported in extended bios)
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FAQs
Dr. Balaji specializes in vascular and endovascular surgery, with expertise in carotid artery surgery, lower limb reconstructive surgeries, diabetic foot syndrome, and minimally invasive vein procedures.
Dr. Balaji is a Senior Consultant at Apollo Hospitals, where he provides specialized care in vascular and endovascular surgery.
You can schedule an appointment directly with Apollo Hospitals or connect with HOSPIDIO at Email: [email protected] or Call/WhatsApp: +91-9870538337 for assistance in booking.
Yes, he is skilled in minimally invasive endovenous procedures, which are effective for conditions like varicose veins and vascular blockages.
Dr. Balaji is a member of multiple prestigious vascular surgery associations, including the Society of Vascular Surgery (USA), Vascular Society of India, and International College of Surgeons. He has also completed fellowships in pancreas transplantation (USA) and endovascular surgery (Germany).