Trust score 8/100
Dr. Balan Palinappan
👤 15 years of experience
2,759+
Patients seen
15
Years in practice
14
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Dr Balan Palaniappan is a Consultant Radiologist currently practicing at Darcy Healthcare, with specialist expertise in gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary radiology, general cross-sectional imaging, general ultrasound, gynaecological radiology, and uroradiology. He completed his medical degree (MBBS) in 1994 at Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University in Chennai, India, before relocating to the UK, where he became a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons and a Fellow of the Royal College of Radiologists.
Appointed as a Consultant Radiologist at Cwm Taf University Health Board in 2009, Dr Palaniappan has held several leadership roles, including Radiology Clinical Director (2015–2019) and Clinical Cancer Lead (2018–2020). He has also contributed nationally in Wales as the Prostate Diagnostics Pathway Clinical Lead and as a Radiologist Trainer for the Imaging Academy Wales.
His key areas of interest lie in oncology imaging, with a focus on gastrointestinal and genito-urinary cancer diagnostics. He has particular expertise in multi-parametric prostate MRI and prostate biopsy, enhancing the accuracy of prostate cancer detection and management. With over two decades of clinical experience, Dr Palaniappan is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred diagnostic care.
Appointed as a Consultant Radiologist at Cwm Taf University Health Board in 2009, Dr Palaniappan has held several leadership roles, including Radiology Clinical Director (2015–2019) and Clinical Cancer Lead (2018–2020). He has also contributed nationally in Wales as the Prostate Diagnostics Pathway Clinical Lead and as a Radiologist Trainer for the Imaging Academy Wales.
His key areas of interest lie in oncology imaging, with a focus on gastrointestinal and genito-urinary cancer diagnostics. He has particular expertise in multi-parametric prostate MRI and prostate biopsy, enhancing the accuracy of prostate cancer detection and management. With over two decades of clinical experience, Dr Palaniappan is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred diagnostic care.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr. Balan Palinappan
Education & training
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2001–2007 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2007–2011 Residency · Radiology / Imaging
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2011–2012 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2011-09–2012-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Radiology / Imaging
Malpractice insurance:
Allianz Professional · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 2,893 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 427 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,627 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 1,236 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| New patient consultation (60m) | 60 min | in_clinic|telemed | 180.00 EUR |
| Follow-up consultation (30m) | 30 min | in_clinic|telemed|phone | 90.00 EUR |
| Vaccination administration | 60 min | in_clinic | 720.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 90 min | in_clinic | 630.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 11 · i10: 10
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Outcomes of Radiology / Imaging in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.4920/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 37479417 · cited by 101
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European registry analysis of Radiology / Imaging outcomes
DOI: 10.3178/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 31894418 · cited by 31
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Outcomes of Radiology / Imaging in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.7251/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 33369883 · cited by 89
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Radiology / Imaging European Annual Congress (Radiology / Imaging) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Radiology / Imaging National Society Meeting · Neath · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Radiology / Imaging — Neath · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2012
- national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2012
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2012
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Radiology / Imaging
- Awareness When should you see a radiology / imaging?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · balan.palinappan@euroclinics.example
Location
1 tagPatient reviews
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Recent reviews
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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