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Dr. Donald Balder Jr, MD

Dr. Donald Balder Jr, MD

General Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Donald Balder Jr, MD is a general surgeon in Gulfport, MS and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with Our Lady of the Lake Surgical Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Practice

11070 David St Gulfport, MS 39503

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Balder Jr is affiliated with Our Lady of the Lake Surgical Hospital Slidell, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Balder Jr specializes in the area of General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Balder Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Balder Jr

3.2
26 ratings, 15 with a written review
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1 star
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His licensed should be revoked
Horrible bed side manner. Horrible surgeon. He has ruined my life.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Aug 12, 2024
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Very professional - amazing work!
Dr Balder is amazing! He was extremely knowledgeable and very caring making me feel comfortable the entire visit. Great bedside manner. He did an incredible job on my face and neck with the PDO threads! Mid face and neck lift. I had very minimal swelling if any at all and the same with bruising, hardly none. I usually bruise and swell even getting fillers. I was very impressed! Funny thing is, he was just as excited as I was! I can tell he loves what he does and is a perfectionist! He also spun my own blood and made plasma filler and injected it into the tops of my hands which I didn’t even know was a thing and my hands instantly looked 10 years younger! He does it all and offers the healthiest options. I did not feel like he was just out to just make money at all like other doctors I’ve been to who try to push you to do more. His prices are great as well! I will be back and recommend to others! Thanks Dr B!
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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Shawna – Jun 19, 2024
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Best Doctor to date I’ve ever had.
He’s such a good Dr. He’s very straight forward and self sufficient!!! He’s done multiple procedures for me. And every single procedure has turned out above expectations!!!
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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Cindy Carranza – Jun 16, 2024
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Wonderful doctor and professional employees p
How straight forward the doctor was telling what he needed and expected for me befor and after getting the sleeve
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Kevin Davis – Aug 09, 2023
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Don’t go here
This doctor thinks more of himself then he should. My threading procedure did not turn out like he claimed it would. I had to go back five different times and still didn’t get the results like he said I would get. I wasted so much money on this procedure. It may be a good procedure if you go to the right place. I have to go somewhere else and spend more money to correct his mistakes.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Jun 12, 2023
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Exceptional Treatment and Results
I have been a patient of Dr. Balder for the last 10 months and cannot say enough good things about him and his practice. My office visits have consisted of hormone replacement therapy, threads, and Opus Plasma for acne scarring. I left each visit pleased with the positive effects of the treatment provided. He has taken the time to listen to my concerns and formulated the best plan for me. His office staff is extremely pleasant and knowledgeable as well. If you are looking for a Doctor that has patience, understanding and provides what you are actually looking for, I HIGHLY recommend Dr Balder.
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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LV – Feb 03, 2023
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SuperSurgeon with Christian presence.
He was amazing in the treatment of my family! From Hormone Health to PDO Thread lift to Neurotoxin injection and fillers. We are so happy and will not trust anyone else!!
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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Jan 28, 2023
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Worst doctor ever.
Staff was great. He has no bedside manner. After surgery he could care less.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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Paul – Jan 26, 2023
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Good Doctor! Thorough and personable
Dr. Balder has a good bedside manner. He explains what is happening and why. He is patient, conscientious, and even keeled. Not only to his patients, but from what I can tell, to his staff as well. His prices are very reasonable. You can tell he’s providing quality for a fair price for elective type services. Definitely recommend.
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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Joseph L – Dec 02, 2022
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Dr. Balder is an amazing doctor. He genuinely cares about your health. He isn’t there to just do procedures but is there as a life coach to help you change yourself for a healthier life.
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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Mar 06, 2021
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He was nice enough prior to surgery. His staff is nice. After surgery, he was literally the rudest doctor that I have ever encountered in my entire life. Not too interested in helping me. Run! There are better options.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 others found this helpful
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Hindsight is 20/20 – Aug 16, 2020
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Multiple issues with surgery (inflamed sleeve that was unable to be scoped, lung damage, emotional distress). I had to go to a local Gastrointestinal physician and get his help to be released from Balder to get adequate follow up. Dr. Balder actually loudly scolded me for adding milk products (as listed in the paperwork given by his office) loudly enough a friend in the waiting room heard him. He has a temper!
What went well
No results
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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Jun 05, 2020
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One of the best Dr’s I have ever known! Amazing man who truly cares for the patients well being!
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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Madison, MS – Nov 04, 2017
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Best outcomes Best advice Best, nicest bedside ever. Haters and phonies leave bad reviews for what, his patient results speak for themselves. Best father ever too!!
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
7 others found this helpful
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TD in Hattiesburg, MS – Sep 28, 2017
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Dr. Balder performed VSG (Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy) on me and my wife this year. One of the best decisions we've ever made...and Dr. Balder was terrific! Thorough, helpful, professional!
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
7 others found this helpful
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Scott H. in Hattiesburg, MS – Dec 08, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Donald Balder Jr, MD is a general surgeon in Gulfport, MS and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with Our Lady of the Lake Surgical Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • General Surgery

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  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

D Balder MD PLLC11070 David St Gulfport, MS 39503
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Southern Surgical Hospital1700 Lindberg Dr Slidell, LA 70458
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Our Lady of the Lake Surgical Hospital

    1700 Lindberg Dr
    Slidell, LA 70458
    Recipient of 3
    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

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

    91%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

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