Compassionate, thorough, skilled, and partnered care - these are a few of the qualities that Dr. Balija brings to her patient interactions. She takes her time to explain patients' diagnoses and recommended treatments. Dr. Balija believes in partnering with patients to have shared decision making regarding treatment options. While she is a strong proponent of breast conservation, she also believes that women who need mastectomies should have the best breast reconstruction possible and collaborates with skilled plastic surgeons.