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Dr. Sharon Balcells, MD

Dr. Sharon Balcells, MD

Internal Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Sharon Balcells, MD is an internist in Temple, TX and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX / NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CAMPUS in 1993. She is affiliated with medical facilities Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Temple and Seton Medical Center Harker Heights. She is accepting new patients.

3 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 3 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

1901 S 1st St Temple, TX 76504
(254) 778-4811

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Balcells specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 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. Balcells' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Balcells

3.0
8 ratings, 5 with a written review
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Another one of those VA stories
I was seen by this individual at the Temple, TX VA after my other doc retired. Every time I walked into her office, she had already decided everything she wanted to do without any input from me. Was very committed to what she wanted to believe and I couldn't tell her anything or explain anything to her. Was strange to say the least especially for a medical doctor that was supposed to be looking out for my best interest. Documented things in my records saying we had conversations that never happened. I stopped seeking medical treatment from the VA until I could change my location. Couldn't trust my health to that individual... at all.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Bluegoose_2 – Mar 03, 2025
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The BEST
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Jul 14, 2020
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She is now at the Birmingham Alabama VA hospital. Absolutely the worst and most arrogant doctor I have ever had. And I grew up in a family of Doctors and Nurses. I went into the Army. And was assigned her after getting a long wait when my previous doctor retired. I walked out of the appointment before we were even done due to he lack of any manner other than arrogance and rudeness. Avoid if you get this. Ask the VA to assign another dr.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Birmingham, AL – Jul 14, 2018
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She is an amazing provider. Out of all the providers I have seen at the VA hospital she is by far my favorite.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Bimisa Renteria in Killeen, TX – Mar 09, 2018
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Horrible Dr that careless for her patients than a veterinarian. I'm sure vets die in her care often. The worst Dr I've ever been assigned. Too bad a veterans get the worst doctors of any country.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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KILLEEN – Nov 07, 2017
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biography

Dr. Sharon Balcells, MD is an internist in Temple, TX and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX / NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CAMPUS in 1993. She is affiliated with medical facilities Baylor Scott...read more

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of Phoenix / Northern California Campus

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Ctvhcs1901 S 1st St Temple, TX 76504
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Practice

Temple VA Clinic4501 S General Bruce Dr Ste 75 Temple, TX 76502
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Birmingham 1 VA Clinic Pharmacy2415 7th Ave S Birmingham, AL 35233
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Temple

    2401 S 31st St
    Temple, TX 76508
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Seton Medical Center Harker Heights

    850 W Central Texas Expy
    Harker Heights, TX 76548

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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