Gastroenterology
Natarajan Bala, MD, FACP, FACG
Founder and President, Gastroenterology Consultants
Dr. Natarajan Bala, MD, FACP, FACG, AGAF, is a gastroenterologist with over 50 years of experience specializing in gastrointestinal disorders, with primary clinical interests in endoscopy, hepatitis including hepatitis C, and related internal medicine conditions. He treats a broad adult patient population in the Houston-area, including those with common issues such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), irritable bowel syndrome, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, gastritis, duodenitis,
50+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Gastroenterology (unknown certifying body)
- Internal Medicine (unknown certifying body)
Education & Training
- Medical School: Chengalpattu Medical College (MD, 1975)
- Residency: Cook County Hospital (Internal Medicine, 1983)
- Fellowship: Cook County Hospital (Gastroenterology, 1983)
Peer Recognition
- ACG — Fellow (FACG)
2026
- Houston Top Doctors — Top Doctor
2004
- Milestones in Hepatitis C – Recognizing Discovery & Innovation — Recognition
2001
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Memorial Hermann
- HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake
Languages
English, Hindi, Spanish, Telugu
Experience
50+ years in practice