About
Dr. Priya Balakrishna is a board-certified internist who has practiced internal medicine in Louisville, Kentucky since 1999. She earned her Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from Christian Medical College in Vellore, India in 1995. She completed an internship at the University of Illinois, Michael Reese Hospital in Chicago before finishing her Internal Medicine residency at the University of Louisville in 2002. The University of Louisville named her Best Performing Resident at a community-based hospital in 2001. P. G. Koshy Prize for Proficiency in Medicine, both in 1995.
Dr. Balakrishna holds recognition from the American Diabetes Association for Delivery of Quality Diabetes Care, an honor she has maintained continuously since 2009. Her research spans diabetes management, tuberculosis treatment, and reproductive health, with published work appearing in Reproductive Health Matters. She treats patients like family members, focusing on wellness, prevention, and personalized care plans. She speaks English, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, and Telugu. Dr. Balakrishna holds affiliations with the Jefferson County Medical Society and the Kentucky Medical Association, and she maintains hospital privileges at Jewish Hospital.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Christian Medical College, Vellore, India - Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery 1995
Medical School
Christian Medical College, Vellore, India - Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery 1995
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY (1999-2002)
Additional Training
Internship: University of Illinois, Michael Reese Hospital, Chicago, IL (1998-1999)
Languages
English, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Balakrishna right for?
Dr. Balakrishna is a strong fit for adults who prioritize prevention and want a long-term relationship with a primary care physician. Patients managing diabetes or seeking to reduce their risk of chronic disease benefit from her clinical focus and ADA recognition. She works well with patients who value clear communication about complex medical conditions and treatment options. Adults who speak Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, or Telugu will find a physician who meets them in their own language.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Balakrishna specializes in internal medicine with a strong focus on preventive care and wellness. She has received continuous recognition from the American Diabetes Association for quality diabetes care since 2009. Her clinical approach emphasizes identifying and reducing risk factors before chronic disease develops.
Dr. Balakrishna is a board-certified internist. She completed her residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Louisville, where she earned recognition as Best Performing Resident at a community-based hospital in 2001.
Dr. Balakrishna earned her medical degree from Christian Medical College in Vellore, India in 1995. She then completed an internship at the University of Illinois, Michael Reese Hospital in Chicago. She finished her Internal Medicine residency at the University of Louisville in 2002.
Dr. Balakrishna speaks English, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, and Telugu. Patients who prefer to communicate in any of these languages can expect a physician who will converse fluently with them.
Dr. Balakrishna treats patients as she would treat her own family members. She explains complicated medical conditions in plain language and builds personalized care plans that respect each patient's preferences. Long-term relationships built on mutual trust and respect are central to how she practices.
Dr. Balakrishna has earned several distinctions throughout her career. P. G. Koshy Prize for Proficiency in Medicine, both in 1995. The University of Louisville named her Best Performing Resident at a community-based hospital in 2001. The American Diabetes Association has recognized her for Quality Diabetes Care every year since 2009.
Yes, Dr. Balakrishna has published and presented research across several clinical areas. Her published work includes a study on diabetes management from the University of Illinois Chicago and research on tuberculosis treatment costs from Christian Medical College. She also published a study on rural reproductive health in Reproductive Health Matters in 2000.
Dr. Balakrishna holds hospital privileges at Jewish Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky. This affiliation supports continuity of care when her patients require hospital-level services.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026