Mr Vikram Balakrishnan
Colorectal Surgery, General Surgery
Part of Epworth General Surgery & Gastroenterology Clinical Institute
About
Dr Vikram Balakrishnan is a highly trained and experienced Colorectal and General surgeon, having trained at St Vincent's Health Victoria, St George Hospital NSW and Box Hill Hospital. Dr Balakrishnan has a passion for advanced laparoscopic surgery and treats all colorectal conditions including benign anorectal disease, colorectal cancer and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr Balakrishnan is proficient in all aspects of endoscopy, including upper and lower GI endoscopy as well as advanced polypectomy techniques.
Epworth hospital locations
Consulting locations
Consulting Location
Surgical Associates Melbourne
Suite 21, Level 1,
Corner of Plenty Road and Greenhills Road
Bundoora
VIC
3083
Consulting Location
Melbourne Surgical Group
Ekera Medical Centre, Suite 13, Level 1
120 Thomas Street
Box Hill North
VIC
3129
Special interests
- Colon, Rectal and Anal cancers
- Anorectal conditions (e.g. haemorrhoids, abscess, fistula)
- Faecal incontinence, rectal prolapse and pelvic floor disorders
- Minimal access surgery (e.g. Laparoscopic, TAMIS)
- Advanced diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, including Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy
Research
- Chemoradiation in rectal cancer
- Polypectomy detection rates during colonoscopy
- Nerve blocks following haemorrhoid surgery
- Communication in healthcare
Qualifications
- MBBS
- BMedSc
- FRACS
- CSSANZ
- Diploma Surgical Anatomy
Professional Associations
- AMA
- RACS
- CSSANZ