Dr. Gaylyn Ballard, MD

Their care for my well being

I just read some of her negative reviews just to see what anyone could possibly complain about with this practice. I've been with this group for over 7 years for a reason. ANYONE who has a problem with her is probably just a seeker. ANYONE complaining that she only wants to do blocks- Well, GUESS WHAT? That is her job! She is the only board-certified interventional pain doctor in the area. You dont go to your orthopedic surgeon and then get upset and claim he just wants money because he wants to operate on your knee. So, why are you upset when you see one of the best interventional pain doctors and she recommends injections? She definitely does not put up with crap from drug-seekers- so maybe you guys should go check out the guys down the road and leave those of us who really want to feel better, not just get doped up, to someone else.

Finally, a physician authentic and knowledgeable. She knows your condition and understands the pain. 2nd visit with her, she suggested neck surgery, which I did right away. The Surgeon was wonderful and performed the surgery on outpatient basis. I needed that direct approach and I'm grateful for her honesty. My neck is on it's way to healing.

Finally got some relief from my excruciating low back pain thanks to THE DOC!

Dr Ballard is amazing. She always listens to my problems. The blocks she does has helped me in many ways. Very professional and caring. Highly recommend.

good doctor and good nurse practitioners who actually care and listen

I have seen Dr. Horne since she was at UAB many years ago. She is just as kind today as she was fifteen years ago.

10+ yrs and no issues with any physician until dealing with this office. Scary experiences!

Dr. Ballard worked with me to get my chronic pain stabilized. She eventually found the right medicine and dosage for me, and I have felt better than I have in 15 years. She knows what she is talking about, she is very thorough, and easy to talk to.

I have been a patient of Dr Horne for several years due to chronic back problems from an automobile accident. Dr Horne treats me in office and does epidural injections at St. Vincent’s St. Clair hospital. I find her to be very personable, polite and has a genuine concern for the overall well-being of her patients. She always takes the time to explain things and is more than open to a dialogue with me as her patient regarding any issues that I be experiencing. Her office is staffed with professionals that reflect the same respectable characteristics of Dr Horne. I respect her as person and feel she always has my personal best interest in mind regarding my wellbeing in helping me maintain my ability to be the best provider for my family I can possibly be given my health issues. I feel blessed to have been referred to Dr Horne by one of the most if not the most prominent neurosurgeons in the State of Alabama. I would highly recommend Dr Gaylyn Horne-Ballard.

She's beyond brilliant

I had my first visit with Dr Horne today. She was so compassionate and kind. For the first time in a very long, I have hope that my pain could get better.

Wonderful doctor. My husband finally has hope for living a relatively pain-free life thanks to her. We thank God that we found her.

Wonderful Dr. and very good bedside manner??

This doctor has helped me get my life back. I still have chronic pain, but with Dr. Ballard’s help I can do more than just lie in bed all the time. The only downside to using this doctor are the scheduling difficulties. You have to actually COME IN PERSON to change an appointment. Doesn’t make sense when treating chronic pain patients, many of whom can’t drive themselves. ?? Overall, tho, this is a great practice! The good results definitely outweigh the 1-2 negatives!

Very Rude and they will dismiss you in a heartbeat!

Saw her one time, then only saw Nurse practitioner. We had trouble getting my husband's medicine, because this office did not understand how to send a PA for a drug. Took 3 weeks to get pills, never was able to get the patches approved. Cancelled appointment because it took so long to get prescription filled, then they wouldn't reschedule. Now they will not transfer his records to see new doctor. This has been very frustrating, and they are the cause of my husband being in terrible pain!

EXCELLENT PAIN DOCTOR !

Excellent doctor! Grateful to have someone with her level of education and experience in our area. Her staff, nurses, and Nurse Practitioner are always pleasant and patient. They suggest and provide alternatives that are effective and help tremendously as well. Would give them 10 stars if I could.

I had been seeing Dr Ballard for 3 years well les put it this way I seen the Doctor 2 times out of 3 years . I ask to see her for next time I came in made app. left 2 days later I get a letter saying I had breached my contract which is a lie.I have took pain meds. for 40 years when I was 29 I broke my back anyway now I am 66 she will not tell what she thinks I did. I want everyone to know that this Dr. does not care about anyone. I can hardly walk because of pain and I really did not breach.