Balaji Ayyar, M.D.

About Balaji Ayyar, M.D.

Dr. Ayyar has always been interested in medicine and giving back to his community. It was during his time at Case Western, he discovered had a particular interest in research and the digestive tract. He received a grant from the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation for his research.

Dr. Ayyar believes in a solid, open physician/patient relationship and works hard to involve the patient in the care plan as necessary. He keeps his lines of patient communication open and utilizes research when appropriate to continue to learn and educate. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter and is an avid sports fan.

Languages Spoken

• English

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree - Case Western Reserve University
• Medical Degree - University of Texas Health Science Center San ANtonio
• Medical Residency - University of Texas Southwestern
• Medical Fellowship - University of Texas Southwestern

Awards & Recognitions

• Dean’s High Honors List 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
• Dean’s List 2006 & 2009
• Gamma Sigma Alpha National Greek Academic Honor Society 2008
• Golden Key International Honor Society 2008
• Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America Summer Research Scholarship 2008
• Resident Assistant of the Year 2007

Professional Affiliations

• E-Consent Governance Group
• American College of Gastroenterology
• American College of Physicians
• Texas Medical Association