Dr. Karthik Balakrishnan is a board-certified ent surgery specialist based in Palo Alto, California, bringing 20 years of dedicated clinical experience to patient care. Dr. Balakrishnan has performed over 3,301 procedures and published 8 peer-reviewed research papers, reflecting a deep commitment to advancing medical knowledge in ent surgery.
With advanced training in otolaryngology, pediatric otolaryngology, Dr. Karthik Balakrishnan combines clinical expertise with the latest evidence-based practices to deliver personalized treatment plans. Dr. Karthik Balakrishnan holds 6 medical patents, demonstrating innovation in surgical techniques and medical devices.
Dr. Karthik Balakrishnan maintains an active role in the medical community through ongoing research, peer collaboration, and continuing medical education. This commitment to staying at the forefront of ent surgery ensures patients receive care informed by the latest advances in the field.
6 patents
Dr. Karthik Balakrishnan provides comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for the following conditions:
Chronic sinusitis lasting over 12 weeks may require endoscopic sinus surgery when medical treatments are insufficient.
Learn more about Chronic Sinusitis treatmentHead and neck cancers are treated with surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, or immunotherapy based on tumor location and stage.
Learn more about Head & Neck Cancer treatmentHearing loss treatment ranges from hearing aids to cochlear implants and surgical reconstruction of middle ear structures.
Learn more about Hearing Loss treatmentA deviated septum causing breathing difficulties can be corrected with septoplasty, a surgical procedure to straighten the nasal wall.
Learn more about Deviated Septum treatment