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Dr. Jennifer Balde, MD

Dr. Jennifer Balde, MD

Internal Medicine*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Jennifer Balde, MD is an internist in Kennewick, WA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Mc in 2006. She is affiliated with medical facilities Kadlec Regional Medical Center and Lourdes Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 46 reviews 5 Star Rating (46 reviews)

Practice

811 S Auburn St Kennewick, WA 99336
Telehealth available
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Dr. Balde's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Balde

5.0
46 ratings, 40 with a written review
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One of the best MDs that I have ever seen
My overall experience I rating as 4.9. No person is perfect. See explains everything very well and is very thorough.
What went well
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What could be improved
No results
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Bill – Feb 15, 2025
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Dr.Jennifer Blade is the best.
I had been looking for a doctor and finally her name came up on the computer. I feel so blessed to have found her. She is very thorough and takes the time to explain and answer questions. I love her to the moon and back .
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Patricia Ball – Sep 11, 2024
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Great PCP
Dr. Balde has been our PCP for a couple of years now and we continue to be impressed with the excellent care and follow up. We feel so fortunate to have a doctor who is both compassionate and thorough.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Kimi – Apr 18, 2024
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Dr. Balde is a great doctor
I needed a primary doctor and Dr. Balde came highly recommended. She has lived up to her reputation. She is very caring and very thorough. Even when I have gone for bloodwork or other tests, the other healthcare workers comment about her.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Kelly – Apr 05, 2024
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Dr. Balde provides Quality Care
Dr. Balde is new to me, but jumped right in to learn as much of my history as possible. I feel much more secure with my health in her hands. We’ve met four times to get things transferred (Rx) and look at possible issues. I’m much more confident in the path forward. She’s quick to understand my needs, supportive, and provides quality care. I’m a lucky senior.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Sharon – Apr 04, 2024
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Great Care
Dr. Balde took the time to explain in detail my Lab reports. Promptly arranged referrals to evaluate my coughing and respiratory problem. Was interested in recent related family medical history events.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Mar 27, 2024
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Amazing Doctor
Dr Balde has been my Primary doctor for about 8 yrs. Then later accepted my husband who has a complicated health condition. She has been able to coordinate care with the VA, Oncologist- Hematologist, and Nephrologist. Her staff, especially her nurse Susan are very caring and efficient. We are so blessed to have a wonderful Dr who is so passionate about her patient care.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Rosie – Mar 21, 2024
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A Fantastic Doctor.
Dr. Balde has been my PCP for 3 years now. When i first began to see her, i had a number of health issues. She methodically and compassionately helped me through those issues. I have found her to be very thorough and efficient with her treatment. She is always friendly, helpful, and engaged. I feel very fortunate to be able to call someone who is as talented and capable as her my doctor.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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John – Feb 29, 2024
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Always clear and concerned with helpful recommenda
Careful and thorough about investigating current and past health and suggestion for continuing care. Tenacious and friendly.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Feb 20, 2024
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We love her!
We can't thank her enough for all the great care she has given us. Todd's health has improved tremendously since our first visit. Although he has a ways to go we are beyond grateful she has taken him on as a patient. We highly recommend her to everyone! This area needs more Doctors like her!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Todd – Feb 13, 2024
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Dr J. Balde MD
Both my husband and I see Dr. Balde and are very satisfied with her care. We feel she is a knowledgeable physician, and that she keeps updated on current medical issues. She is dedicated to educating us regarding our health care needs and orders diagnostic testing that she feels would be beneficial to our health maintenance. She explains the need for testing and reviews the results and does not hesitate to make referrals as needed. Dr. Balde concludes our office visits by asking if she has addressed all of our needs and answered all questions today. She has provided care for us for many years and it is our desire to keep her as our primary care physician in the future. Dr. also maintains a very good care team working with her in the office, together they provide the best in quality care. Thank you Dr. Balde and staff.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Anita and Joe Haverkamp – Feb 07, 2024
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She is very thorough and dedicated. She cares.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Bill – Jan 11, 2024
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Dr. Balde Saves Lives
Dr. Balde is an outstanding Geriatric's doctor. Both my husband and I are her patients. My husband was having some heart issues and she prescribed a heart monitor for him to wear for 30 days. The first day of wearing the monitor his heart stopped twice. He was immediately rushed to the hospital where he required surgery for a pacemaker. Thanks to Dr. Balde for perhaps saving my husbands life. Highly recommend Dr. Jennifer Balde. The best!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Louise Hommel – Jun 10, 2023
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Physician Jackpot
Dr. Balde is thorough and compassionate. I have never had a physician that listened like she does. She is kind, has a good sense of humor and for the first time I don’t dread going to the Dr. Her office staff is friendly and efficient. I am a geriatric patient but my neighbor that referred me is a young professional! Thank you Dr. Balde
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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Debra K – Jan 15, 2023
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Office visit. New primary care provider.
Dr. Balde is a very caring physician for her patients. She is very throughly with her exam. She makes sure your health is her first priority. Her staff are also very kind and pleasant, never in a hurry with your visit. They taking their time to talk and explain to you about your visit.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Charles Nguyen – Nov 26, 2022
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Hidden gem of a doctor!
Can't find a better primary care doctor to trust for both my parents. Gives me peace of mind to know that everything that can reasonably be done, will be done. Gives them needed tough love if needed :) Can't recommend enough!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Oct 15, 2022
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Dr. Jennifer Balde
Dr. Balde has been extremely thorough and helpful with all her recommendations concerning my health issues. I highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a new Dr.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Thorough, considerate care.
Nurse is wonderful. Dr.Balde takes the time to do a thorough examination. She answers your questions and always ask if there is anything else you would like to talk about. Her examination discovered a serious medical condition that had been missed by our prior doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Rmac – Jul 06, 2022
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Wonderful physician,
Her office staff is pleasant and efficient. Dr. Balde provides caring, personalized medical care with compassion and intelligence. She is well educated and up to date on all aspects of medicine. As a retired physician myself, I have all the confidence in the world in her knowledge and ability.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dr. Raymond Kania – Jun 10, 2022
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My mom is a patient of Dr. Balde and she is fantastic. My mom is a big fan - she's always very kind, takes time with her and explains things well. I'm impressed with how thorough she is in both prevention and treatment.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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About Me

care philosophy

I am grateful that I am able to take care of my patients the way I want to: not rushed, personal, and thorough. 
  • Internal Medicine

  • Geriatric Medicine

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  • Saint Luke's Roosevelt Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2011
  • Metropolitan Hospital Center

    Residency Hospital, 2010
  • Metropolitan Hospital Center

    Internship Hospital, 2008
  • University Of The East/ramon Magsaysay Memorial Mc

    Medical School, 2006
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Geriatric Medicine
Internal Medicine
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    Locations

    Practice

    Unavail811 S Auburn St Kennewick, WA 99336
    1
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 12:00pm
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
    • Directions

    Practice

    Lourdes Health Network520 N 4th Ave Pasco, WA 99301
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Kadlec Regional Medical Center

      888 Swift Blvd
      Richland, WA 99352
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher 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
    • Lourdes Medical Center

      520 N 4th Ave
      Pasco, WA 99301
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

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

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      76%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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