Bala Venugopal

Bala Venugopal MD

Specialties:

Pediatrics
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4.8 / 5 (based on 112 Reviews) View 23 Comments

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Bala Venugopal MD earned his medical degree in India, and chose to pursue a career in Pediatrics. Dr. Venugopal enjoys his work as a pediatrician. In his specialty, he is able to really share in the lives of his young patients and their families. He enjoys getting to know each family member and having the privilege to watch the children grow up. Dr. Venugopal believes that this ongoing interaction between physician and family is essential to the healthy development of each child. Dr. Venugopal and his wife, who is also a physician, love spending time with their two children. Dr. Venugopal enjoys spending his free time playing games of tennis with friends and family.

Office Information

Hospital/Group Affiliation

PIH Health Whittier Hospital

PIH Health Physicians

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Gender

Male

Specialties

  • Pediatrics

Additional Languages

  • Spanish
  • Tamil

Education

Medical School

Maderas Medical College (India)

Internship

Institute of Child Health (India)

Residency

Institute of Child Health (India)

Royal Free and University College Medical School (England)

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D School of Medicine

Board Certifications

  • Hospital Medicine
  • Pediatrics

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Patient Reviews

April 01, 2026
We are new patients and we asked for my children's medical records to be transferred over to this office and I asked several times for the authorization of release so we can send it to the previous doctor and no one knew what the form was. We kept getting the runaround and my suggestion or my recommendation is for the staff to be trained in what all these forms are or what they're called to better assist patients.
March 31, 2026
The front office staff was amazing as well as when I called in to make my appointment. They greeted me with care and when they treated me with care when I showed up for the appointment, everything was amazing. Also the back staff and the provider, everything was very well. I liked the facility, how clean it was, and how I was able to access easily.
March 17, 2026
It wasn't a good experience. One that has determined during open enrollment, I will be seeking other options for healthcare.
March 16, 2026
Great provider, very knowledgeable.
March 04, 2026
Doc V always makes me feel seen and always listens to my concerns and reassures my worries.
March 03, 2026
Dr. V is amazing! He took time to listen to our concerns and helped us! He is a wonderful doctor and I am so gratful for him! His nurse was also wonderful! He is exactly what you hope for in a doctor!
March 03, 2026
Dr. Vee was a great help to my child and my family and the reception and nurses helped to find an appointment as fast as I needed. Five stars all across. Thank you, Dr. Vee.
February 17, 2026
Dr. Bala is a very great doctor he talks to us like if we are family. We feel very comfortable with him and he answers our questions clearly and always asks if we need anything else.
December 31, 2025
Everyone was kind, courteous and accommodating. The Doctor listened to our concerns and provided recommendations. I felt like he was thorough and explained what I should expect with my daughter's development.
September 24, 2025
I like the fact that I was able to schedule an appointment when needed. The staff were friendly and understanding. The facility was very clean and organized. The wait time was less than 15 minutes.
September 23, 2025
Location and care was outstanding, everyone was very helpful and welcoming. We are glad to have found our new provider.
September 16, 2025
Great Dr. and great staff really listened to what we had to say from receptionist to medical assistant. Will definitely keep coming here.
August 12, 2025
I was very happy with the nurse as well as dr everything went smooth they have great personalities and lots of patience answered my questions great communication everything have no complains they make sure everything is good with my son . They show they care that's very important
July 28, 2025
Pleasantly surprised with this experience. Doctor was so kind and understanding of my words and wants. I was seen timely as well.
July 08, 2025
I called to get an appointment with ent doctor for son and husband. It took about 30 minutes to schedule both appointments and kept being put on hold. Then I realized after my son's appointment the girl scheduled me for a new pediatrician instead of ent , which is what I asked for. Doctor was good but waste of time since I was expecting to see an ent. I called back to see if they scheduled ent for my husband, and they did not so I had to cancel his appointment
June 25, 2025
Thank you very much for the kindness and hard work. It shows how much you care!
June 23, 2025
I think I had a great experience with Dr. Bala and he is very much knowledgeable and sharing all the knowledge that he had around health care and I am very much satisfied with it.
June 17, 2025
The minute I walked in, the front desk was very professional and friendly. Then as I walked to the waiting area, the nurse and the medical assistants, both of them were extremely professional. They were very friendly and they answered my questions. Excellent bedside manner. Dr. Bala, excellent doctor, excellent bedside manner. He answered all of my questions. He was patient. friendly and made my son feel very at ease. Thank you very much to everyone.
June 02, 2025
Nurses needs to be a little more friendly A little smile makes a big difference
June 02, 2025
Everyone was so kind and patient, especially our nurse. She was great and encouraging as we waited for my daughter to provide a urine sample. Thank you!!
May 14, 2025
Dr. Bala was patient and really showed interest to focus on (PHI removed). He interacted with him and made him feel comfortable! I truly appreciate what he did! Not only made my son feel comfortable, but also with us.
May 12, 2025
Great Dr. address my child's needs after my child had already complained about this issue for the 4th time.
April 23, 2025
I had a very nice experience there from the nurse to the doctor. They are truly very professional, and apart from that, both the nurse and the doctor explained everything very well to me. Thank you.
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