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Scott Balson, MD
- Family Practice
- Gig Harbor, WA
About this business
I developed a deep appreciation for people with different backgrounds and cultures as a result of growing up in parts of Canada and the United States, as well as living a number of years in Japan. I enjoy interacting with a diversity of people and this complements my desire to help patients as a primary care physician. My aim is to help patients lead healthy lifestyles and to make sure they have the information they need to make well-informed decisions.
Location details
4545 Point Fosdick Drive Northwest, Ste 250, Gig Harbor, WA, 98335, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | Closed | |
| Sun | Closed |
I met this Dr. to establish a new medical care provider as I just moved to this state. He was rude, inattentive and very judgmental, or condescending. He started our conversation by cross examining why I would move to this state without verifying the availability of doctors accepting new patients and the obvious long wait time involved. He often interrupted my answering his generic questions, causing me frustration and almost anger. He acted the whole time we met like he was doing me a favor. I was very disappointed and fran... read more
He's very judgy. He doesn't listen well and is not a good communicator. He doesn't check or respond to his emails in a timely manner. He doesn't have a lot of expertise and discounts the information I've presented him with when I've done my research. I'm definitely not impressed. Compared to my former nurse practitioner, he's a complete disappointment.
Oddly, Dr. Balson repeatedly explained that people should not move to Northwest Washington until they have researched medical care options. He carefully, but persistently pushed me to seek a Rheumatologist in a place like Portland or Spokane. In fact, he suggested I move there. I’m switching to another doctor.
He refused to see me because I wanted to transfer from a doctor I hate, in the same office.
Extremely interested in my issue and the appointment was very thorough. Provided documentation on my illness and helped build a strategy to improve.
I've been a patient of Dr. Balson's for about four years. I'm always impressed at how prepared he is for my appointments, and that he even comes with a list of things he knows he'd like to cover with me. The appointments never feel rushed, he is good at explaining treatments, and he refers to specialists when needed. I'm glad he's my physician, and highly recommend him!
Dr. Balson listened to my problems, and took seriously what I was telling him. I found that very refreshing. He facilitated me seeing the doctors I needed to to get the care I need. Beyond that he has also gotten to know me and my preferences for care. He and his staff are welcoming, positive and efficient. Thank you
He never looked at me, just looked at his computer and typed. He seemed uninterested in anything that wasn't on his script. He commented on my body in an unexpected way. A bit preachy and ordinary.
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Scott Balson, MD has a 3.7 star rating with 20 reviews.
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Scott Balson, MD is closed now. It will open on Monday at 8:00 a.m.
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