Avni M. Bhalakia, MD
- Pediatric Medicine
Pediatrician
Medical Director, upREACH+ Program
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Division of Academic General Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics, Baylor College of Medicine
Phone:
832-828-1005
Idiomas: English
Office location:
9700 Bissonnet St
Suite 1000
Houston, TX 77036
Get to know Avni M. Bhalakia, MD
Dr. Avni Bhalakia is a board-certified pediatrician committed to improving the health and lives of children. She has practiced pediatrics in a variety of settings, including hospital medicine in the Bronx, New York and as a Global Health Corps Physician with the Baylor International Pediatric AIDS Initiative in Lilongwe, Malawi. She has an interest in public health and served as Medical Director of the Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation – Malawi community health worker program. Dr. Bhalakia currently works with the Texas Children’s Hospital Division of Public Health Pediatrics on a variety of programs.
Dr. Bhalakia joined Texas Children’s in 2017 and is passionate about providing high-quality care to children and their families.
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I am deeply committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based and culturally competent medical care to my patients. I strive to partner with families to ensure their children grow and are healthy. I am passionate about every child reaching their potential and thriving.
Educacion
| School | Education | Degree | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown University | Residency | Pediatrics | 2008 |
| George Washington University | Medical School | Doctor of Medicine | 2005 |
| George Washington University | Bachelors | Bachelor of Arts | 2000 |
Organizaciones
| Nombre de la Organizacion | Rol |
|---|---|
| American Academy of Pediatrics | Member |
| Texas Pediatrics Society | Member |
Board Certification
American Board of Pediatrics
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