Dr. William A. Ball, MD | Natchitoches, LA | General Surgeon

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Dr. William Ball treats hypertension and hypertensive emergency and performs mammogram and core needle breast biopsy procedures. He practices surgery and is affiliated with Natchitoches Regional Medical Center, where he has worked for 31 years. Dr. Ball earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport and sees patients in Natchitoches, Louisiana. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Ball 3.95 out of 5.

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21 Ratings
31 years of experience
speaks English
Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport
9 written reviews
1 specialty
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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

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Dr. Ball's Ratings and Reviews

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21 Ratings with 9 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 7 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (13) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (13) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (13) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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Bedside manner is very weak. He’s very impatient.

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April 19th, 2026

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Dr Ball was extremely rude, watched the television the whole time while informing me of my symptoms, and became condescending when I asked about what he was telling me and said ‘I’m a general surgeon I just say high levels because you’re not going to know what I’m talking about’. With all due respect to education and experience, knowing my levels of a test conducted on my body should not be irritating to a Doctor.

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September 21st, 2021

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Compassionate surgeon

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February 17th, 2019

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Love Dr.Ball and staff. Real professionals

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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October 14th, 2015

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Dr. William A. Ball, Jr., is by far, the best surgeon in Natchitoches. He is compassionate and brilliant. After quickly recovering from emergency surgery, I scheduled an appointment for Juvederm and also started using the Allergan skin care line Vivite. AMAZING.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 23rd, 2012

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Excellent surgeon and the staff was marvelous.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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February 7th, 2011

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I would highly recommend this very professional and courteous physician for any of your surgical needs.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 24th, 2010

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Great doctor and staff

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 26th, 2010

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I think his ability to judge people as persons is very weak. I think too that he judges individuals without much evidence. Finally, I feel that he is patrinizing.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Spent time with me
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

Had a good bedside manner
Provided follow-up after the visit

December 22nd, 2009

Nrmc Multispecialty Clinic

601 Keyser AveNatchitoches, LA 71457

Tel: (318) 214-5770

Mon8:00 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


Dr. William Arthur Ball JR., MD	Dr. Brian Lee Dockendorf, MD	Dr. William Robison Wise, MD	Dr. Omar De Jesus Gutierrez, MD
Surgery	Surgery	Family Medicine	Family Medicine
	Accepts New Patients
4 (21 Ratings)	3.9 (12 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	0 (0 Ratings)
31 Years of Experience	38 Years of Experience	24 Years of Experience	23 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish
Natchitoches , LA	Shreveport , LA	Coushatta , LA	New York , NY
Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport	Med School: Texas A&M University System Health Science Center College Of Medicine	Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport	Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Surgery

Dr. William Arthur Ball holds an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Ball's NPI number is 1689785396.

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Where is Dr. William Ball's office located?: Dr. William Ball's office is located at 601 Keyser Ave, Natchitoches, LA, 71457.
What languages does Dr. William Ball speak?: Dr. William Ball speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. William Ball affiliated with?: Dr. William Ball is affiliated with Natchitoches Regional Medical Center.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Ball?: You can find contact information for Dr. William Ball here on Vitals.

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