Dr. David G. Balch, MD | La Plata, MD | Surgery

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Dr. Balch graduated from the University of Texas Medical School At Houston,Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston in 2003. He works in La Plata, MD and 1 other location and specializes in Surgery.

4.6

19 Ratings
23 years of experience
14 insurance plans accepted
University Of Nevada Reno
8 written reviews
1 specialty
1 board certification
2 office locations
Male

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He was an amazing doctor that really cared about my well being. He was very good at being on point on what my surgery was and the procedure was flawless.

June 4th, 2019

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I was fortunate to be referred to Dr Balch through my personal physician. He was very professional but at the same time kind and caring. His staff is great, friendly and caring as well. He appears to be a skilled surgeon and barely left a scar. On my return visit he gave me a hug and wished me the best. I would highly recommend him to my friends and family.

February 11th, 2015

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Great people !~

February 3rd, 2015

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Dr. Balch was direct and to the point. He did a great job on my appendix in a not great situation (ruptured for 4 days before going in). On a tangent: the phone number was wrong: should be 714/961-5804

October 23rd, 2014

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I've had several surgeries done in the past and I must add, Dr. Balch exceeded all my expectations. He was very cwring, very thorough with explaning my procedure. His staff was wonderful. Pamela and Luz, thank you for your friendliness. I was very satisfied! Dr. Balch us the BEST! If you go somewhere else, you'd be cheating yourself out of a wonderful experience. Need surgery? Dr. Balch and his staff is the place for you. Highly recommended. ?.

September 17th, 2014

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Dr. Balch is caring, knowledgeable, principled, and a skilled surgeon! After my surgery, while in the hospital, Dr. Balch followed up each day including his days off!

June 20th, 2014

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Dr Balch was very attentive and caring. We were lucky he was on call when we came to the ER. Follow up was easy since his office is right next to the hospital. His office staff were helpful and friendly.

August 20th, 2013

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Dr. Balch has excellent bedside manner and his staff is very friendly. He really cares!

August 20th, 2013

University Of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center

5 Garrett AveLa Plata, MD 20646

Tel: (301) 609-4000

Martinsburg Va Medical Center

510 Butler AveMartinsburg, WV 25405

Tel: (304) 263-0811


Dr. David George Rockwell Balch, MD	Dr. Michael Stanley Olds	Dr. Jason Ming Zhao	Dr. William Oneal Nash
Surgery	Surgery	Surgery	Surgery
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4.6 (19 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
23 Years of Experience	20 Years of Experience	13 Years of Experience	50 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
	Speaks English
La Plata , MD	ARLINGTON , VA	Jb Andrews , MD	Burke , VA
Med School: University Of Texas Medical School At Houston	Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine	Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine
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University Of Nevada Reno

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University Of Texas Medical School At HoustonGraduated in 2007

Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At HoustonGraduated in 2003

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Where is Dr. David Balch's office located?: Dr. David Balch's office is located at 5 Garrett Ave, La Plata, MD, 20646.
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