Dr. Debra J. Balkman, MD | Clearwater, FL | Family Medicine

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Dr. Debra Balkman is a family medicine physician who graduated from University Central Del Caribe School of Medicine and completed her residency at North Shore University Hospital in Glen Cove, New York. With 23 years of experience in family medicine, she provides comprehensive primary care services for patients of all ages.

Dr. Balkman practices at multiple locations throughout Florida and South Carolina, including Clearwater and Kissimmee. She specializes in managing high cholesterol in children and teens, treating hypertension, and addressing hyperlipidemia. Her practice includes coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs for patients, along with performing general blood tests for diagnostic purposes. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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accepting new patients
4.4

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

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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

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2730 N McMullen Booth Rd Ste 201Clearwater, FL 33761

Tel: (727) 725-5224

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1855 E Main St Ste 21ASpartanburg, SC 29307

Tel: (864) 756-8509

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Dr. Debra Janette Balkman, MD	Dr. Douglas Shapiro, DO, DABFM	Dr. Caroline T Lomboy, DO	William Parker, PharmD, MBA, BCIDP, BCPS, BCGP, CPh
Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
4.4 (30 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4 (13 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
23 Years of Experience	6 Years of Experience		14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Clearwater , FL	TAMPA , FL	Wesley Chapel , FL	Tampa , FL
Med School: Univ Central del Caribe School of Medicine	Med School: Lincoln Memorial University Debusk College Of Osteopathic Medicine		Med School: University of Florida - Doctor of Pharmacy
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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What languages does Dr. Debra Balkman speak?: Dr. Debra Balkman speaks English and Spanish.
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Where is Dr. Debra Balkman's office located?: Dr. Debra Balkman's office is located at 2730 N McMullen Booth Rd Ste 201, Clearwater, FL, 33761.
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