Debra J. Balkman, MD | Clearwater, FL | Other Specialist

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Dr. Balkman knows patients rely on their providers for timely, sensitive and compassionate health care. She prioritizes getting to know her patients so she can support them in making decisions about their health. At each step in the care process, she ensures they have a Although she was born in New York, Dr. Balkman was raised in Puerto Rico and attended medical school there. She graduated from the Universidad Central del Caribe School of Medicine and is board-certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Today, she happily resid

accepting new patients
4.4

30 Ratings
23 years of experience
6 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
North Shore University Hospital
7 written reviews
2 specialties
7 areas of expertise
1 board certification
2 office locations
Female

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Debra J Balkman's Ratings and Reviews

4.4

30 Ratings with 7 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 20 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (13) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (13) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
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I’m a new patient and have been trying to call all morning with no answer. It says the office is closed. It just go to the answering service for medical emergencies How do I get thru to make an appointment ??

November 5th, 2018

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I love Dr Balkman. She is awesome. She is very thorough, caring, funny and attentive. I've never felt so comfortable with any other Dr. She listens, and she takes however long you need without feeling rushed and nervous that you won't remember your reason for being there. You can tell she really listens to you, not like some Drs who seem aloof like they have something else on their mind. I just can't say enough good things about her. I hate going to the Dr usually, but she makes me look forward to going. I just love her personality! I would and have recommended her to people. She could tell you your dying and you'd come out laughing and smiling . She has a way of making you feel safe and like she's there for you and has your back. Go to her if you can! Awesome Doctor, lucky I finally have a Dr like this!

July 19th, 2017

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Dr. Balkman is the best doctor I've ever seen. She recently left the clinic where I was seen and I immediately began looking to see if she would go to a new clinic in the state. I would be willing to make a substantial drive to remain under her care....SHE IS AWESOME!

July 20th, 2016

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The only doctor who has made a positive impact on me and my care!!! I highly recommend her.

July 1st, 2016

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Dr. Balkman is the best! She is caring about her patients. She has shown me compassion when I was very ill in 2010. I had a possible life threatening intestinal illness and she made all of the accommodations necessary for me. If it wasn't for her, I may have not be here today thanking her. Thanks Dr. Balkman, I never forget you for all of your efforts and concerns during my most needed times in my life.

February 8th, 2014

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Dr. Balkman is very easy to talk to and she takes the time to actually LISTEN to everything you have to say. She will do everything she can to find ou ...

September 6th, 2011

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Dr. Balkman has been my physician for 4 years and I have never had a doctor care so much about me. She recently left the office where I was seeing her and am now on a desperate search for her because I don't want to deal with anyone else.

September 29th, 2010

Optum - Clearwater

2730 N McMullen Booth Rd Ste 201Clearwater, FL 33761

Tel: (727) 725-5224

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Debra J Balkman, MD	Ronald Torrance II, DO, FAOASM	Dr. Michael Maurice Engelgau	Dr. Firas Mansour Abed Murshedi
Other	Other	Public Health & General Preventive Medicine	Nephrology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.4 (30 Ratings)	5 (139 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
23 Years of Experience	13 Years of Experience	43 Years of Experience	28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English
Clearwater , FL	Saint Petersburg , FL	GULFPORT , FL	Riverview , FL
Med School: Univ Central del Caribe School of Medicine	Med School: Limestone College	Med School: Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Baghdad College Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Debra J Balkman holds an active medical license in the state of Florida.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Florida that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at North Shore University Hospital in 2006.

Medical School

Graduated from Univ Central del Caribe School of Medicine in 2003 and Universidad Central del Caribe School of Medicine in 2003.

NPI Number

Debra J Balkman's NPI number is 1740361583.

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What languages does Debra Balkman speak?: Debra Balkman speaks English and Spanish.
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