Dr. John Balbas, MD
Dr. John Balbas, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Tulsa, OK and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Balbas has extensive experience in Hip & Pelvic Surgery, Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery, and Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from University of Oklahoma College of Medicine in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ascension St. John Broken Arrow and Saint Francis Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
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4802 S 109th East Ave Tulsa, OK 74146Make an Appointment
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Dr. Balbas is affiliated with Ascension St. John Broken Arrow Broken Arrow, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.
At a Glance
- Areas of ExpertiseDr. Balbas specializes in the areas of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
- Explains Conditions Well
- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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4.5
| 5 Star | 83% | 83% |
| 4 Star | 4% | 4% |
| 3 Star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 Star | 2% | 2% |
| 1 Star | 11% | 11% |
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Balbas to family and friends is 4.462963 out of 5
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Dr. John Balbas, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Tulsa, OK and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Balbas has extensive experience in Hip & Pelvic Surgery, Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery, and Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated...read moreOrthopedic Surgery
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Fellowship Hospital, 2008University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine
Residency Hospital, 2007University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine
Medical School, 2002University Of Tulsa
Undergraduate School, 1997
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Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 6
hospital awardsAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025, 2024)
Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement
View all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
88%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home82%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well - Recipient of 6
hospital awardsView all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)
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
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
88%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home4% higher than the national average
79%Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family14% higher than the national average
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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 home2% higher than the national average
76%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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