Jay S Balachandran, MDPulmonary Medicine in Milwaukee, WI
Pulmonary Medicine, Sleep Medicine, Critical Care MedicineGender
Male
Languages spoken
English
About Jay S Balachandran, MD
Jay Balachandran, MD is a board-certified pulmonologist and sleep medicine specialist with Ascension Wisconsin, caring for patients in Milwaukee and Mequon. Dr. Balachandran diagnoses and treats a wide range of respiratory and sleep conditions in adults, including asthma, COPD, interstitial lung disease, unexplained shortness of breath, chronic cough, sleep apnea, and other sleep disorders. His practice spans both common conditions and medically complex cases that require careful diagnostic synthesis and long-term partnership.
Dr. Balachandran takes the time to understand each patient's story, review prior testing in detail, and explain findings in clear, plain language. His approach emphasizes diagnostic accuracy, avoidance of unnecessary testing when possible, and treatment plans that are practical, individualized, and grounded in current evidence.
Dr. Balachandran works closely with referring physicians and multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, seamless care. He prioritizes access, responsiveness, and clear communication throughout the care journey.
His goal is to help patients breathe easier, sleep better, and feel confident in the plan moving forward.
Dr. Balachandran has a strong interest in community health, particularly the impact of indoor and outdoor air quality on respiratory disease.
He serves as Medical Director for the North Shore Health Department, Ascension Wisconsin Sleep Services, and the Respiratory Therapy and Pulmonary Rehabilitation departments at Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Milwaukee and Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Ozaukee.
Dr. Balachandran has been consistently recognized as a Milwaukee Magazine Top Doctor in Pulmonary Medicine and Sleep Medicine.
When not caring for patients, Dr. Balachandran enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and engaging with books, music, art, food, and the outdoors.
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Education
Medical Education
University of Wisconsin Medical SchoolFellowship
Harvard Combined ProgramUniversity of Chicago Medical CenterResidency
Northwestern UniversityQualifications
Hospital affiliations
- Ascension All Saints Hospital
- Ascension Calumet Hospital
- Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital Milwaukee
- Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital Ozaukee
- Ascension NE Wisconsin - Mercy Campus
- Ascension NE Wisconsin - St. Elizabeth Campus
- Ascension SE Wisconsin Hospital - Franklin Campus
- Ascension SE Wisconsin Hospital - St. Joseph Campus
- Ascension Sacred Heart Rehabilitation Hospital
- Ascension St. Francis Hospital
Certifications
- ABIM -The American Board of Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease
- American Board of Sleep Medicine - Sleep Medicine
- The American Board of Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine
Locations
Jay S Balachandran, MD offers services at multiple locations. Contact your preferred location to schedule an appointment.Madison Medical Affiliates - Cathedral Square
Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Ozaukee - Seton Professional Building | Madison Medical Affiliates
Professional Statement
I practice thoughtful, evidence-based pulmonary and sleep medicine that emphasizes careful listening, clear communication, and realistic treatment plans tailored to each of my patients.
-Jay S Balachandran, MD