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Dr. Lydia Ballard, MD

Dr. Lydia Ballard, MD

Internal Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Lydia Ballard, MD is an internist in Norman, OK and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA / HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER in 1992. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercy Hospital Ada and Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City. She is not accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

950 N Porter Ave Norman, OK 73071
Telehealth available
(405) 329-0121

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ballard specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • 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

3.9
17 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 star
65%
65%
4 star
6%
6%
3 star
6%
6%
2 star
0%
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1 star
24%
24%

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Kind, caring and attentive. Reasonable wait times. Listens and gives solid advice.
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
Helpful
Sep 14, 2021
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Dr Ballard is very thorough. She is very intelligent and able to identify your issues. She “listens” and is thoughtful. And she includes you in the plan. Love her!
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
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Joni – Mar 24, 2021
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Dr. Ballard and her nurse Sheri is one of the best in Norman. They’re both very attentive to our needs and well being. I can’t say enough on how great they’re. Our whole family goes to her and has always took good care of us.
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
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AMR – Jan 20, 2021
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Major improve over previous primary care doctors. On time. Easy to get in to see her. Very responsive to emails.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Larry Varner – Jul 12, 2019
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Dr Ballard is quite conservative in approach (and pooh poohs non- traditional medicine). I feel patronized at times but I think she doesn't realize how it comes off.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Patient in Norman – Jun 19, 2018
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I left Dr. Ballard's practice because of the way that she treated me. I went to her stating I needed help because my depression was out of control and I was told that I am not depressed just overwhelmed and that I needed to let her be the doctor instead of telling her what I need. I just wanted a referral to get me the help I needed. I am also prone to sinus infections and she told me that I didn't have one since there was no fever. She didn't even look at me just my written information.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Oklahoma City, OK – Jul 18, 2017
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Talks down to you as if you are a baby. Also, not good at diagnosis, she put me through many tests and it took just telling another doctor my symptoms to get the right diagnosis and treatment.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Windsailor in Norman, OK – Feb 25, 2016
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Dr. Ballard is one of the best physicians I have ever known. She has cared for my mother for 20+ years, and she has been my provider for 14 years. As a RN myself, I have worked with many providers, and I can't imagine having anyone other than Dr. Ballard and her amazing nurse Sheri. Dr. Ballard is wise, very thorough, patient, and truly cares about you as an individual. As an example, my previous provider ignored symptoms for 3 yrs, Dr. Ballard solved the issue in my first visit. Very thankful.
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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Julie in Oklahoma City, OK – Jan 27, 2016
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Dr. Ballard takes a thoughtful and conservative approach to patient care and makes a conscious effort to not overuse services or medicine. She is kind and helpful, and she makes time to answer patient questions and establish a positive relationship with the patient.
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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Jack Renfroe in Norman, OK – Jan 25, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Lydia Ballard, MD is an internist in Norman, OK and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA / HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER in 1992. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercy Hospital Ada and Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City. She is not accepting new patients.

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of Oklahoma / Health Sciences Center

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Norman Clinic Inc.950 N Porter Ave Norman, OK 73071
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City

    4300 W Memorial Rd
    Oklahoma City, OK 73120
    Recipient of 4
    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

    View all awards

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

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

    2% 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

  • Norman Regional Healthplex

    3300 Healthplex Pkwy
    Norman, OK 73072

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mercy Hospital Ada

    430 N Monte Vista St
    Ada, OK 74820

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

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

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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