4.9
11 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Walter Balek is a family medicine and emergency medicine physician who has dedicated 54 years to caring for patients across multiple medical settings. He earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed his residency training at Sacred Heart Medical Center. His extensive experience spans more than five decades of practice, providing him with deep expertise in both routine family care and urgent medical situations. Dr. Balek communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Balek practices at Riverfront Medical Center in Spokane, Washington, and maintains hospital privileges at Multicare Valley Hospital. His clinical expertise includes treating back pain during pregnancy and addressing arm fractures in patients of all ages. He also specializes in caring for back pain in children and teenagers, offering targeted treatment approaches for younger patients. Dr. Balek incorporates physical therapy, manual therapy, and strength training into his treatment …plans to help patients recover and maintain optimal health. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
Read More Read less Dr. Balek practices at Riverfront Medical Center in Spokane, Washington, and maintains hospital privileges at Multicare Valley Hospital. His clinical expertise includes treating back pain during pregnancy and addressing arm fractures in patients of all ages. He also specializes in caring for back pain in children and teenagers, offering targeted treatment approaches for younger patients. Dr. Balek incorporates physical therapy, manual therapy, and strength training into his treatment …plans to help patients recover and maintain optimal health. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 54 years of experience
- 14 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Sacred Heart Medical Center
- 3 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Riverfront Medical Center
322 W North River DrSpokane, WA 99201 Tel: (509) 324-6464
Mon8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Sat8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SunClosed
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| Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School | |||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Walter William Balek
Medical Specialties
Dr. Walter William Balek has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Walter William Balek has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
54 Years Experience
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Sacred Heart Medical Center
Medical School
University Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated in 1972
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