Dr. Surya Balakrishnan is a Clinical Geneticist based in Hyderabad. With over a decade of clinical experience, she is a key figure at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, specializing in the intersection of internal medicine and advanced genomic diagnostics.

Professional Summary

Dr. Balakrishnan is a highly skilled clinician-scientist recognized for her expertise in Neurogenetics and Oncogenetics.

Her professional journey is marked by significant roles, including serving as a Senior Clinical Geneticist at CCMB, Hyderabad, where she managed complex laboratory diagnostics and clinical operations. She is a proponent of precision medicine, holding a prestigious certification in Cancer Genomics & Precision Oncology from Harvard Medical School (HMX Pro).

Her multilingual proficiency and patient-centric approach ensure that diverse populations receive personalized, evidence-based genetic care for both common and ultra-rare disorders.

Educational Qualifications & Honors

• DrNB in Medical Genetics – NIMS, Hyderabad

• DNB in Internal Medicine – Apollo Main Hospitals, Chennai

• HMX Pro Certificate: Cancer Genomics & Precision Oncology, Harvard Medical School

• Memberships: Lifetime Member of the Society for Indian Academy of Medical Genetics (SIAMG)

Areas of Expertise

• Oncogenetics & Precision Oncology: Utilizing advanced Harvard-certified training to tailor cancer risk assessment and therapeutic strategies.

• Neurogenetics: Deep clinical and research focus on degenerative cerebellar ataxias, neuromuscular disorders, and rare neuro-phenotypes.

• Translational Research: Actively involved in bridging the gap between bench-side molecular research and bedside clinical applications.

• Prenatal & Pediatric Genetics: Providing diagnostic clarity and counseling for fetal anomalies and childhood developmental delays.

• Genomic Data Interpretation: Extensive experience in analyzing complex NGS data to identify pathogenic variants.

Practice Location & Timings

• Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills

  • Location: Road No. 72, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana

  • Schedule:

    • Monday – Friday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

    • Saturday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Contact & Personal Details

• Email: medgenapollohyd@gmail.com

• Languages: English, Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam