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Dr. Cara Ballard, MD

Dr. Cara Ballard, MD

Family Medicine*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Cara Ballard, MD is a family medicine physician in Benton, AR and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine in 2002. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Saline Memorial Hospital and Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock. She is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

819 W Carpenter St Benton, AR 72015
(501) 778-8264

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ballard specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Ballard's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ballard

4.3

18 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
78%
78%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
17%
17%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Still waiting – Sep 15, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 19, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 25, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
EB Quilts in Benton, AR – Jan 19, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Ron Ira Steele in Benton Arkansas – Aug 25, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Irene Williams in Bryant, AR – Jul 18, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Cara Ballard, MD is a family medicine physician in Benton, AR and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine in 2002. She is affiliated with medical...read more

  • Family Medicine

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  • University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

Benton Family Clinic819 W Carpenter St Benton, AR 72015
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 7:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Unavail405 Buttercup Dr Mountain Home, AR 72653
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baxter Health

    624 Hospital Dr
    Mountain Home, AR 72653

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock

    9601 Baptist Health Dr
    Little Rock, AR 72205
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Saline Memorial Hospital

    1 Medical Park Dr
    Benton, AR 72015
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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