Mehul Bhalja, MD

Interventional Cardiology
CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic
English
All Ages
4.6/5 Read Reviews

Meet Mehul Bhalja, MD

Mehul R. Bhalja, MD, MPH, FACC, RPVI, FASE is an Interventional Cardiologist at CHRISTUS Heart & Vascular Institute in Alexandria, Texas. He earned his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from Government Medical College Bhavnagar in India. He later pursued a Master of Public Health (MPH) at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. Dr. Bhalja completed his Internal Medicine residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center, followed by Cardiovascular Medicine and Interventional Cardiology Fellowships at Tulane University Heart & Vascular Institute. Dr. Bhalja is board-certified in Interventional Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, Nuclear Cardiology, and Internal Medicine. Additionally, he holds certifications from the American Society of Echocardiography and as a Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI).

With extensive experience in interventional cardiology, Dr. Bhalja is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered cardiovascular care. His research contributions include numerous publications and presentations on advanced cardiovascular interventions and management strategies. Dr. Bhalja's dedication to excellence in cardiology is evident in his continuous pursuit of knowledge and involvement in professional organizations such as the American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association, and the American Society of Echocardiography. Outside of his professional commitments, Dr. Bhalja enjoys playing chess, table tennis, racquetball, and volleyball.


Locations

  • CHRISTUS Heart & Vascular Institute
    3311 Prescott Road, Suite 112, Alexandria, LA 71301

  • CHRISTUS Heart & Vascular Institute
    3330 Masonic Drive, Alexandria, LA 71301

  • CHRISTUS Heart & Vascular Institute
    3351 Masonic Drive, Alexandria, LA 71301

Hospital Affiliations

CHRISTUS Health Central LA

CHRISTUS Health Plan

CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital

CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic


Insurance Accepted

  • Humana Choicecare Network
  • Medicaid - Louisiana
  • Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Multiplan Commercial

Education & Certifications

Medical Education: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

Medical Education: Bhavnagar University Government Medical College

Fellowship: Tulane University School of Medicine

Fellowship: Tulane University School of Medicine

Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine


Ratings & Reviews

  • Overall Quality of Care 4.6
  • Listened Carefully 4.6
  • Explained Things Clearly 4.6
  • Spent Enough Time 4.3
  • Showed Courtesy & Respect 4.7

Patient reviews (32)

5.0

I don't want to see anyone but him.

5.0

I felt cared for

5.0

👍

5.0

No complaints about the doctor. A long wait time to see him.

5.0

I’m thankful to have a doctor who actually listened and he showed interest in finding a solution to my symptoms.

5.0

It is all good to me.

5.0

He needs to be a little more accurate with appointment time

5.0

He is a career Dr.

5.0

Very good

5.0

Very nice time spent explaining meds

5.0

Thank you

5.0

They were all good

5.0

Thank you for being here for the needy public.

4.0

There is only one thing to say the BEST 👍

5.0

Grateful to have him as my cardiologist!

5.0

Thank you

4.0

Who knows if I’ll ever get another appointment so no message here

3.0

They are great

5.0

Very good

5.0

Very good.

5.0

Doctor seemed to want to help others and that is a plus for me

5.0

Very professional

4.0

I would recommend

5.0

Love all the health care providers!

5.0

Thank you and God bless you

5.0

Everything was great

4.0

Just do more. That’s all. :(

5.0

The Dr was great

5.0

He was very nice.

5.0

Congratulations for a job well done.

4.0

Spent 2 hours in waiting area. Dr. Was in my room approximately 10 min.

5.0

Thank you for being there for persons with medical problems who need an understanding doctor and staff