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Dr. Edward Balok, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 61
Dr. Edward Balok, MD
4.8 (84 Ratings)
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Dr. Edward Balok, MD is an Ophthalmologist in East China, MI.
Dr. Edward Balok, MD
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Dr. Edward Balok, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 61
East China, MI
Accepting new patients
Dr. Edward Balok, MD is an Ophthalmologist in East China, MI.

About

Dr. Balok graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine. Dr. Edward Balok, MD is an Ophthalmologist in East China, MI. Dr. Balok currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Ascension River District Hospital. Dr. Balok has experience treating conditions like Diabetic Retinopathy, Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis) and Ocular Hypertension among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Balok received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 84 times. Dr. Balok's office accepts new patients. Dr. Balok also speaks German. Dr. Balok is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Diabetic Retinopathy
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Ocular Hypertension
Diabetic Retinopathy
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Ocular Hypertension
Dry Eyes
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Paralytic Strabismus
Accommodation Disorders
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Blepharitis
Cataract
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Chalazion
Chronic Conjunctivitis
Corneal Diseases
Diabetic Cataracts
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Diplopia
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Drusen
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Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Ectropion of Eyelid
Eye Cancer
Eye Infections
Eye Pain
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Eyelid Disorders
Foreign Body in Eye
Glaucoma
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Headache
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Hypertensive Retinopathy
Keratitis
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Lazy Eye
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Macular Hole
Macular or Retinal Edema
Migraine
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Miosis
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Nystagmus
Ophthalmoplegic Migraine
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Presbyopia
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Retinal Dystrophy
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
Senile Cataracts
Squamous Blepharitis
Strabismus
Stye
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Tear Duct Disorders
Trichiasis
Visual Field Defects
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Cataract Removal Surgery
Contact Lens Fitting Services
Excision of Chalazion
Eyelid Surgery
Acute Endophthalmitis
Anisocoria
Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Anterior Scleritis
Aphakia
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Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Astigmatism
Autoimmune Diseases
Bell's Palsy
Benign Tumor
Black Eye
Blindness
Blocked Tear Duct
Brow Ptosis
Cataract, Anterior Polar, Dominant
Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
Chlamydial Conjunctivitis
Chorioretinal Scars
Chorioretinitis
Choroidal Neovascular Membranes (CNVM)
Color Blindness
Congenital Nystagmus
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Contusion of the Eyeball
Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Corneal Erosion
Corneal Ulcer
Dacryoadenitis
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Disorder of Choroid
Endophthalmitis
Entropion
Episcleritis Periodica Fugax
Esophoria
Esotropia
Exotropia
Eyeball Contusion
Eyelid Spasm
Farsightedness
Floaters
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Foveal and Macular Hypoplasia
Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Glaucoma - Iridogoniodysgenesia
Herpetic Keratitis
Heterophoria
Hordeolum
Hypertropia
Hyphema
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Hypotropia
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
Iridocyclitis
Iris Ciliary Degeneration
Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Juvenile Macular Degeneration
Keratoconus
Malignant Neoplasm of Eye
Nearsightedness
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Night Blindness
Nodular Episcleritis
Optic Neuritis
Orbital Cellulitis
Pars Planitis
Periorbital Cellulitis
Pigment Dispersion Syndrome
Pinguecula
Posterior Uveitis
Progressive High Myopia
Pterygium
Retina Diseases
Retinal Cysts
Retinal Hemorrhage
Retinal Telangiectasia
Retinal Telangiectasis
Retinal Vasculitis
Retinoschisis
Retrobulbar Neuritis
Sarcoidosis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Solar Retinopathy
Staphyloma Posticum
Temporal Arteritis
Thyroid Disease
Thyroid Eye Disease
Ulcer
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Uveitis
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Vascular Disease
Vision Impairment
Vision Loss
Contact Lens Exams
Contact Lens Treatment
Cornea Surgery
Excision or Destruction of Lesion of Cornea
Eye Examination
Eye Procedure
Eye Surgery
Eyeglasses
Foreign Body Removal from Eye
Glaucoma Surgery
Iridectomy
Iridotomy
Ocular Surface Reconstruction
Removal of Foreign Body from External Eye
Repair of Brow Ptosis and Blepharoptosis
Repair of Entropion or Ectropion
Repair of Eye Laceration
Repair of Retinal Detachment or Retinal Tear
Soft Contact Lenses
Vitrectomy
Vitreoretinal Surgery

Insurance Accepted

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  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Choice Care PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Open Access Plus
    Cigna PPO
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Choice Plus POS II
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • Priority PPO
  • Curative EPO
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Locations

  1. 1 Riverside Eye Center PC
    4050 River Rd, East China, MI 48054
  2. 2 Associated Retinal Consultants PC
    4656 24th Ave, Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
    Monday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Thursday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Balok
4.8
Based on 84 Reviews
5 Stars (79)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (3)

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Mar 09, 2025
Urgent visit because of debris in my eye. Called one day and got in first thing the next morning. Debris was found and out within the hour.
— Mar 09, 2025
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Languages Spoken
German
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Cataract Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Wayne State University School of Medicine
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • St John Hospital and Medical Center
    1991
Internship
Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. Balok communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Balok offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Does Dr. Balok offer an online patient portal?
6 users said yes.
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Does Dr. Balok have free onsite parking?
17 users said yes.
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Does Dr. Balok offer weekend visits?
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Does Dr. Balok offer evening visits?
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Edward Balok, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Balok's profile.

Dr. Balok frequently treats the following conditions: Diabetic Retinopathy, Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis) and Ocular Hypertension. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Edward Balok, MD is affiliated with Ascension River District Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Edward Balok, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Ascension River District Hospital

    4100 River Rd, East China, MI