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Dr. Gary Balian, MD

Dr. Gary Balian, MD

Psychiatry*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Gary Balian, MD is a psychiatrist in Oceano, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wayne State University in 1988.

3 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 3 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

2120 Cienaga St Oceano, CA 93445

Make an Appointment

(805) 994-2100

At a Glance

  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. • See reviews
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Dr. Balian's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Balian

3.0
10 ratings, 7 with a written review
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Uncaring and dismissive
What went well
  • Wait times
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 21, 2024
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absolute worst
Telehealth
blamed me for my issues, screamed at me when i asked for an alternate methodoloy. wouldn't be surprised if one of his patients hurt themselves after seeing him because i felt like i was the problem after seeing him. even the good reviews here say that he's bad...
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 06, 2024
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Very dismissive + not empathetic
Telehealth
Did not listen to my concerns and always victim blamed me. Never took my symptoms seriously.
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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Jan 11, 2024
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Change takes courage and strength, thank you Dr. B
Working with Dr. Balian for a year and he has taken my life to new levels. His persistence and concern were paramount to my health. I have had a breakthrough that took many years to overcome. Dr. Balian's honesty regarding certain prescription drugs was enlightening and challenged me to make changes. Thank you
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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DOROTHY ANN N/A SCHILLER – Jan 03, 2023
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Wildly poor communication and bedside manner
Have never been made to feel so less than human. Avoid at all costs.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Kagome Dragomir – Oct 14, 2022
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After a few phone visits, we came to an understanding that he is limited in what he can do according to newer medical guidelines. It completely changed my attitude toward him. It was an adjustment for me, but I now trust him and don't hold the screwed-up system against him. He is only allowed to prescribe medications and discuss whether they seemed effective, any side effects, etc. His preference would be to provide more comprehensive care but is bound by current law. Prior to Dr. Balian I was cared for by a psychiatrist who for years treated my bipolar disorder with talk therapy and medication management. I'm disappointed I can no longer get that level of care.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Deborah – Aug 09, 2022
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The only problem I had with him was he was treating me and I was getting to trust him and then all of sudden he just up and left no explanation no nothing it was just like he disappeared I felt abandoned this is the only reason why I would not recommenced Dr. Balain to anyone
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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Ann Moline in Midland, MI – Jan 20, 2016
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Dr. Gary Balian, MD is a psychiatrist in Oceano, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wayne State University in 1988.

  • Psychiatry

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  • Wayne State University

    Medical School, 1988
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Locations

Practice

Community Health Centers Del Mar2120 Cienaga St Oceano, CA 93445
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Select Specialty Hospital-Flint401 S Ballenger Hwy Flint, MI 48532
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Practice

McLaren Medical Management-Family Practice1254 N Main St Lapeer, MI 48446
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