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Dr. Robert Ball, DO

Dr. Robert Ball, DO

Pain Medicine*

Dr. Robert Ball, DO is a pain medicine physician in Punta Gorda, FL. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 57 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (57 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Ball specializes in the areas of Anesthesiology, Anesthesiology, Pain Management & Pain Medicine. See board certifications
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Ball's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ball

3.3
57 ratings, 27 with a written review
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3 star
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1 star
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Horrible experience
So I went in today and saw Beatriz. I am totally disappointed with her care. She basically gave me the bums rush! Said there isn’t anything she could do for me. Referred me to a cancer ctr for some infusion. Which she failed to explain to me. I have never been treated so rudely by someone in the healthcare industry. Dr Ball needs to do a better job of training her. I doubt if I’ll ever be back and I will not ever recommend your practice as long as she’s there. I guess now I’m looking for a new pain management dr.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jdeny – Dec 12, 2024
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Very knowledgeable
My husband has been under the care of Dr Ball for several years, and has received excellent care. I found Dr Ball very knowledgeable. He is a caring doctor who is sympathetic to his patient's pain, and tries to relieve it. Dr Ball gave my husband his life back. I highly recommend him.
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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Jody Gregory – Jun 25, 2024
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Outstanding Doctor
Been seeing Dr Ball for some time now. Not only has he assisted with EXTREME back pain, but he also alleviated my migraine headaches. He and his staff are courteous. They take time to listen to your concerns and address them professionally & timely. I am THANKFUL I found Dr Ball
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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Robert T – Jan 24, 2024
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I’m a retired anesthesiologist, and until I met Dr. Ball, I had suffered from chronic low back pain, and had failed previous procedures. Dr. Ball was able to very efficiently correctly identify the source of my pain, but also schedule and perform the Intracept procedure. I’m about 11 days post procedure and I’m feeling much better than I have in years. The procedure and recovery have been extremely easy, and I’m hopeful for continued improvement, as Dr Ball had predicted. I had done my research before choosing him and I feel he’s the best option because of his experience both teaching and performing this procedure. I can highly recommend Dr Ball for his attention, level of concern, and technical expertise.
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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Dr Richard Lipton – Apr 09, 2023
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VERY IMPRESSED!
Several family members have found Dr. Ball to be an excellent and professional physician. He has helped us better manage our pain and his team of medical staff is stellar. They make the process so easy and comfortable that there is no stress at all going there for treatments. I tried another Pain Management office in another state with no benefit at all. Dr. Ball very quickly and correctly identified the source of my back pain, which the other facility never did. He knows what he’s doing and I don’t hesitate to recommend him and his team highly.
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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Eiffelq – Mar 31, 2023
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The worst doctor ever
You leave in more pain than when you arrived.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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Carol – Jun 29, 2022
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Every time I have met with Dr. Ball, he has cut me off as I described my symptoms. He has actually gotten up and walked away in response to me stating that previous injections with another practice didn't work. He is dismissive and defensive if I ask questions. He seems to only be interested in speaking to me if there is a potential procedure he can charge for.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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
7 others found this helpful
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Mandy Stotts – Dec 24, 2021
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Very rude. Terrible bedside manner. Extremely dismissive of symptoms. Actively made my pain worse and then refused to do anything to fix it. Would recommend severing a limb before seeing this doctor for any issue.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
10 others found this helpful
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Sharrison88 – May 14, 2021
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I don’t know how anyone can give this doctor less than a 5. He is compassionate, gentle, and so knowledgeable in what he does. He does exactly what his practice is Pain Management without drugs.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Diane B – Jan 22, 2021
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good dr
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Nov 12, 2020
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Inefficient. Sat for an hour then asked to fill out paperwork. Staff rude.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Jun 05, 2020
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Chronic back pain treated with epidural steroid injection and ablation in future. Dr. Ball very knowledgeable, excellent explanations of disease/treatment plan. Very professional! Excellent infection control and professionalism by entire staff. I am retired RN and was very impressed!!!
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
6 others found this helpful
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Mary Fabrio – May 14, 2020
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I want to be pain-free!
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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Aug 10, 2019
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A waste of time and money.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Aug 04, 2019
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I would never recommend anyone to Dr. Ball. I would tell people to stay away. He will promise you the world of feeling good and doesn't do anything. I believe he has a "God Complex". The girls in his office are horrific! Also the PE actually waved her finger in my face, telling me that she didn't say something that I'm sure she said, when I explained when she said it she remembered and just blew it off. I tried for 7 months to get pain relief. I finally went somewhere else.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
7 others found this helpful
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FL – Sep 10, 2018
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I just went to see Dr. Ball and I believe after talking to him he will be able to help me. Looking forward for the treatment he talk about . I like his out look on his approach .. Steve R.
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
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Steve R. in North Port, FL – Aug 27, 2018
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In two visit he changed his treatment plan three times, each one becoming more expensive to the insurance company.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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George Nibert in Punta Gorda, FL – Aug 10, 2018
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I’ve been trying to make a new patient appointment and it’s impossible to talk to someone. I’ve left a message 5-6 times and have not received a call back. You’ve had my referral for 4 days now.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
9 others found this helpful
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Fred Gilbert – Jun 21, 2018
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Pain free, owe it to Dr. Ball and his staff! Thank you.
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
3 others found this helpful
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May 31, 2018
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Thank God for Dr. Ball. On the occasions when I have had to see him, he gave me great relief from pain. I would have no fear in recommending him to anyone who is in pain.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Doris Sassadeck – Mar 21, 2018
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Dr. Robert Ball, DO is a pain medicine physician in Punta Gorda, FL. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Pain Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of California, Irvine School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of California, Irvine School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of California

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of California, Irvine School Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
Anesthesiology
Pain Medicine
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Anesthesiology®
Anesthesiology
Pain Management
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital

    21298 Olean Blvd
    Port Charlotte, FL 33952
    Recipient of 30
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    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.

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    64%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    12% lower than the national average

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