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Dr. Joanne Balkaran, DPM

Dr. Joanne Balkaran, DPM

Podiatric Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Joanne Balkaran, DPM is a podiatric surgery specialist in Tavares, FL and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Barry University School Of Graduate Medical Sciences in 2006. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as AdventHealth Apopka and AdventHealth Orlando. She is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

1865 Nightingale Ln Ste A Tavares, FL 32778

Make an Appointment

(352) 385-7718

Dr. Balkaran is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Balkaran's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Balkaran

4.6

15 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
87%
87%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
7%
7%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
7%
7%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Kavita F – Dec 08, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Tiffany – Dec 15, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
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Robert J Hoffman – Jun 14, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Feb 13, 2020
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Tammy williams in Leesburg – Sep 24, 2017
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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
No results
9 people found this helpful
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Mount Dora, FL – May 29, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Balkarans approach to patient care emphasizes compassion, clear communication, and patient empowerment. She values patient input in the treatment process, aiming to make every patient feel heard and involved in their care decisions. Her mission...read more

biography

Dr. Joanne Balkaran is a passionate and highly skilled foot and ankle surgeon based in Tavares, FL, at the Ankle & Foot Center of Central Florida. Initially drawn to oncology, she found her true calling in foot and ankle surgery, inspired by its...read more

  • Podiatric Surgery

  • Trauma Surgery

  • Neurourology & Reconstructive Surgery

  • Podiatry

  • Podiatric Foot & Ankle Surgery

  • Pediatric Podiatry

  • Minimally Invasive Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Amita Health St. Joseph Hospital- Chicago, Il

    Fellowship Hospital, 2024

  • Istituto Clinico Humanitas Galeazzi Ortopedico Hospital

    2009

  • Palmetto General Hospital, Hialeah Fl

    Internship Hospital, 2009

  • Palmetto General Hospital, Hialeah Fl

    Residency Hospital, 2009

  • Barry University School Of Graduate Medical Sciences

    Medical School, 2006

  • Mcmaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

    Undergraduate School, 2002

  • University Of Leeds, England

    Undergraduate School, 2001

Dr. Balkaran is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

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    Locations

    Practice

    Ankle & Foot Center of Central Florida1865 Nightingale Ln Ste A Tavares, FL 32778
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • AdventHealth Apopka

      201 N Park Ave
      Apopka, FL 32703
      Recipient of 52
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

    • AdventHealth Orlando

      601 E Rollins St
      Orlando, FL 32803
      Recipient of 91
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

      View all awards

      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

      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • AdventHealth Waterman

      1000 Waterman Way
      Tavares, FL 32778
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

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

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      74%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality