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Dr. Carl Balog, MD

Dr. Carl Balog, MD

Pain Medicine Anesthesiology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Carl Balog, MD is a pain medicine anesthesiologist in Portland, OR and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from SEMMELWEIS MEDICAL UNIVERSITY in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities Providence Saint Vincent Medical Center and Adventist Health Portland. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 166 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (166 reviews)

Practice

9370 SW Greenburg Rd Ste 602 Portland, OR 97223
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Balog is affiliated with Providence Saint Vincent Medical Center Portland, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Balog specializes in the areas of Anesthesiology & Pain 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Balog's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Balog

4.4

166 ratings, 59 with a written review
5 Star
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3 Star
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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
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Craig Bruce – May 14, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jan G – Mar 21, 2023
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No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Rick Keel Portland, Oregon – Dec 02, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Kelly Nunn – Oct 24, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Lynne Greve – Jul 06, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 person found this helpful
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Jennie Logsdon-Martin – Aug 22, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
10 people found this helpful
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Cheryl Hill – Nov 10, 2020
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No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Feb 14, 2020
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No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Oct 12, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Sep 03, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
No results
12 people found this helpful
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Apr 18, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
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3 people found this helpful
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Mar 19, 2019
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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
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David Ciaverella in Portland , OR – Jul 03, 2018
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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
  • Long wait times
10 people found this helpful
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Damon in Kelso, WA – May 25, 2018
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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
Helpful
J. Bowling in Portland, OR – May 01, 2018
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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
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C.A.G. in Portland, OR – Apr 27, 2018
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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
Helpful
Cameron Maldonado in Portland, OR – Apr 12, 2018
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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
Helpful
Brandon H in Portland, OR – Apr 05, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
7 people found this helpful
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Bekind Always- S. Damm in Portland, Oregon – Jan 17, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
16 people found this helpful
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Oregon City, OR – Aug 07, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Low key shouldn't mean low quality. Our office will make you feel comfortable, so we can focus on essentials. We balance the latest research with compassion, injections with humor, and office visits with humility. We are a medical resource, and we take it seriously.

biography

BALOG Regenerative/Portland Pain and Spine are a hybrid pain practice.  We integrate stem cell research, evidence-based medicine, and wellness practices that address chronic pain, nourish whole body health, and sustain a happier lifestyle.
  • Pain Medicine Anesthesiology

*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 San Francisco

    Residency Hospital, 1995
  • Greenwich Hospital Yale University Affil

    Residency Hospital, 1992
  • Berkshire Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1990
  • Semmelweis Medical University

    Medical School, 1988
  • Semmelweis University Of Medical Sciences (sote)

    Medical School, 1988
  • Williams College

    Undergraduate School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
Anesthesiology
American Board of Pain Medicine®
American Board of Pain Medicine
Pain Medicine
Self designated 
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. Information last updated March 29, 2025. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Board actions foundState licensing board
Within the last one to three years
  • English

  • Hungarian

  • Russian

  • Spanish

  • Ukrainian

  • Editorial Board, Pain Physician, 2008-prese

Locations

Practice

Portland Pain and Spine LLC9370 SW Greenburg Rd Ste 602 Portland, OR 97223
1
Barbara A Graham MD PC12672 NW Barnes Rd Ste 100 Portland, OR 97229
2
Compass Pain Clinic Oregon PC1410 SW Jefferson St Portland, OR 97201
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Providence Saint Vincent Medical Center

    9205 SW Barnes Rd
    Portland, OR 97225
    Recipient of 19
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    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

    America's 100 Best Hospitals 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

    View all awards

    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

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Adventist Health Portland

    10123 SE Market St
    Portland, OR 97216

    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

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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