Summary

Dr. Eric Balent is a surgeon with expertise in family medicine who has been practicing for 16 years. He earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F E Hebert School of Medicine and completed his residency at the United States Army Medical Center. His dual specialty training allows him to provide both surgical care and comprehensive family medical services to his patients.

Dr. Balent is affiliated with Tripler Army Medical Center and practices at locations in Fort Sam Houston and Fort Hood, Texas. He treats patients with gallstones, helps manage care after falls, and evaluates lung nodules. His diagnostic capabilities include performing chest imaging studies and CT scans to help identify and monitor various medical conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • 16 years of experience
  • 8 insurance plans accepted
  • United States Army Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Eric Michael Balent has 2 locations

Brooke Army Medical Center

3551 Roger Brooke DrFort Sam Houston, TX 78234

Carl R Darnall Army Medical Center

36065 Santa Fe AveFort Hood, TX 76544

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16 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Fort Sam Houston , TXWebster , TXHouston , TXCypress , TX
Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine Med School: The University of Texas Medical Branch Med School: The University of Texas Medical School, Houston, TX Med School: Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi Slp Mexico
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Eric Michael Balent

  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Eric Michael Balent has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Eric Michael Balent has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Family Medicine
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Indigestion
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2025, Inactive

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

United States Army Medical Center

Medical School

Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of MedicineGraduated in 2010

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