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Summary
Dr. Shemsu Balker is an internal medicine physician with additional expertise in emergency medicine and hospital medicine. He earned his medical degree from Jimma University College of Public Health and Medical Sciences and has been practicing medicine for 35 years. Dr. Balker brings extensive experience treating patients across multiple healthcare settings.
Dr. Balker practices at several locations throughout the Dallas area, including the Dallas VA Medical Center and Carrollton Regional Medical Center. He specializes in treating heart failure and sleep problems in older adults. His practice also focuses on caring for patients with frailty, helping them maintain strength and mobility through targeted interventions like physical therapy and strength training. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.
Dr. Balker practices at several locations throughout the Dallas area, including the Dallas VA Medical Center and Carrollton Regional Medical Center. He specializes in treating heart failure and sleep problems in older adults. His practice also focuses on caring for patients with frailty, helping them maintain strength and mobility through targeted interventions like physical therapy and strength training. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 35 years of experience
- Jimma University College Of Public Health And Medical Sciences
- 3 specialties
- 5 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 4 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Shemsu Detamo Balker has 4 locationsUs Clinics
4541 N Josey Ln Ste 110Carrollton, TX 75010Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Liver Center Of Texas Pllc
9 Medical PkwyDallas, TX 75234 Tel: (469) 317-7703
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Shemsu Detamo Balker, MD | Dr. Maftuna Kayumova, MD | Yasir Ahmed, MD | Dr. Richa Mittal, MD |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 35 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Hindi | |||
| Dallas , TX | Plano , TX | Houston , TX | Frisco , TX |
| Med School: Jimma University College Of Public Health And Medical Sciences | Med School: Ross University School of Medicine in Miramar, Florida | Med School: UT Health Science Center at San Antonio | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Shemsu Detamo Balker
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Shemsu Detamo Balker has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Shemsu Detamo Balker has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
35 Years Experience
Dr. Shemsu Detamo Balker holds inactive and expired medical licenses in the states of Arkansas and Texas.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of Arkansas that expired in 2019 and an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Jimma University College Of Public Health And Medical Sciences in 1991.
NPI Number
Dr. Balker's NPI number is 1871545293.
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- Dr. Shemsu Balker is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Shemsu Balker's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Shemsu Balker affiliated with?
- Dr. Shemsu Balker is affiliated with Dallas Va Medical Center.
- Does Dr. Shemsu Balker accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Shemsu Balker has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Shemsu Balker's office located?
- Dr. Shemsu Balker's office is located at 4500 S Lancaster Rd, Dallas, TX, 75216.
- Does Dr. Shemsu Balker accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Shemsu Balker accepts on their Vitals profile.
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