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Dr. Christopher Ballou, MD

Dr. Christopher Ballou, MD

Internal Medicine*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Christopher Ballou, MD is an internist in Columbia, SC and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA AT AIKEN in 2005. He is affiliated with medical facilities Prisma Health Baptist and Prisma Health Richland Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 5 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Three Rivers Medical Associates

3700 Forest Dr Ste 200 Columbia, SC 29204
Telehealth available
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10 ratings, 7 with a written review
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I was VERY thankful back in 2013 when I found out that Dr Ballou (tho' an internal medicine physician) can also function as a primary care provider! I am 54 years old, many changes of health insurance over the years and therefore been to lots of docs, and I'm here to tell you that he is the VERY BEST doctor I have EVER had.
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Dave B – Mar 06, 2021
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Best doctor in the midlands, HANDS DOWN! As a patient and health care provider myself, I have had many opportunities to work with doctors here and there is no one better!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Gene – Feb 26, 2021
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The best Doctor I have ever had, I am 59 and I have had my share. Dr.Ballou truly cares about you, he doesn't try and push medicine down your throat if you do not need it. Extremely high attention to detail.
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No results
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Mar 28, 2019
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I truly love Dr Ballou! He is compassionate and understanding. Kind, respectful and sensitive to the needs of the patient. You can feel the spirit of God in his presence. This is what I look for in a doctor. I totally trust him with my life. Wonderful staff.
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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Harolynn in Columbia, SC – May 18, 2017
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Excellent, compassionate, friendly physician, Takes his time with you, you are not a number. I will continue going to him even though my insurance will not cover his practice, he is that good. Diagnosed my husband's undiagnosed condition on first visit, no physician over previous 3 years even checked for Vitamin D deficiency.
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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Rose Smith in columbia, sc – Jan 11, 2017
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Dr. Ballou is always considerate and attentive but efficient. He is well-read and stays abreast of current practice patterns so he is able to speak to what is best practice for the issue at hand. He is an excellent teacher and advocate for his patients.
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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Ann R. Shelton in Columbia, SC – Apr 22, 2016
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Excellent MD that has a great personality. Cares about his clients and has great communication skills. I highly recommend Dr. Ballou if you need a physician.
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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Dave Thomas in Columbia, SC – Jan 26, 2016
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Dr. Christopher Ballou, MD is an internist in Columbia, SC and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA AT AIKEN in 2005. He is affiliated with medical facilities Prisma Health Baptist and Prisma Health Richland Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of South Carolina At Aiken

    Medical School, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Three Rivers Medical Associates

Three Rivers Medical Assocaites-Forest Drive Office3700 Forest Dr Ste 200 Columbia, SC 29204
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:45am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 7:45am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 7:45am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 7:45am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 7:45am - 11:45am
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions
(803) 799-1922
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