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Dr. Karl Balch, MD

Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery* Age 42
Dr. Karl Balch, MD
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Dr. Karl Balch, MD is a Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Bakersfield, CA.
Dr. Karl Balch, MD
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Dr. Karl Balch, MD

Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery* Age 42
Bakersfield, CA
Accepting new patients
14 years of experience
Dr. Karl Balch, MD is a Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Bakersfield, CA.

About

Dr. Balch graduated from University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine in 2010 and completed a residency at Ohio State University Medical Center.Dr. Karl Balch, MD is a Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Bakersfield, CA and has 14 years experience. Dr. Balch currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Adventist Health Bakersfield, Bakersfield Memorial Hospital and Bahamas Surgery Center. Dr. Balch has experience treating conditions like Osteoarthritis of Hip, Joint Pain and Osteoarthritis of Knee among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Balch received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 145 times. Dr. Balch's office accepts new patients. Dr. Balch also speaks Spanish. Dr. Balch is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Osteoarthritis of Hip
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Arthrocentesis
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Avascular Necrosis
Bursitis of Hip
Femoral Neck Fracture
Gout
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Hip Fracture
Hip Tendinitis
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Sprain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Meniscus Tear
Piriformis Syndrome
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Knee Replacement Revision
Meniscectomy
Partial Knee Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Bone Cancer
Cervical Vertigo
Chondromalacia
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Difficulty With Walking
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Fibular Fracture
Fracture
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Gait Abnormality
Genu Valgum
Genu Varum
Gonococcal Joint Infection
Hip Arthritis
Hip Bursitis
Hip Dysplasia
Hip Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Knee Arthritis
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Injuries
Knee Pain
Knee Tendinitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Lupus
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Myositis Ossificans
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Fracture
Pathological Spine Fracture
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hip
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sacral Fracture
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Sjögren's Syndrome
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Spina Bifida
Spondylitis
Tenosynovitis
Tibial Fracture
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Bone Scan
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Repair
Excision of Femur or Knee
Foot and Ankle Dislocation Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle DislocationTreatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Fracture Care
Fracture Open Reduction and Internal Fixation (ORIF)
Hip Dislocation
Hip Reconstruction Surgery
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Replacement, Cemented
Hip Replacement, Cementless
Hip Resurfacing
Hip Surgery
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee Dislocation Treatment
Knee Osteotomy
Knee Surgery
Knee Tendon Repair
McMurray's Test
Meniscus Surgery
Mini Knee Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Patella Resurfacing
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Spinal and Postural Screening
Synovial Biopsy
Total Hip Replacement
Total Shoulder Replacement
Uni-Compartmental Knee Replacement

Insurance Accepted

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  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
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  • Cigna PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
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Locations

  1. 1 John L Etcheverry DPM Inc
    2400 Bahamas Dr Ste 200, Bakersfield, CA 93309
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (661) 328-5565
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 UCLA Integrated Provider Network
    5201 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93309
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Oct 31, 2024
The office staff and Doctor are very knowledgeable and helpful with all questions and concerns.
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Bone & Joint Non-Surgical Orthopedics
Hip & Knee Orthopedics
Orthopedics
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
    2010
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
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
  • Ohio State University
    2011
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Ohio State University Medical Center
    2016
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Virginia Commonwealth University VCU/MCV
    2017
Fellowship Hospital
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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. Karl Balch, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Balch's profile.

Dr. Balch frequently treats the following conditions: Osteoarthritis of Hip, Joint Pain and Osteoarthritis of Knee. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Karl Balch, MD is affiliated with Adventist Health Bakersfield, Bakersfield Memorial Hospital and Bahamas Surgery Center.

Yes, Dr. Karl Balch, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Adventist Health Bakersfield

    2615 Chester Ave, Bakersfield, CA

  • Bakersfield Memorial Hospital

    420 34th St, Bakersfield, CA

  • Bahamas Surgery Center

    2400 Bahamas Dr Ste 100, Bakersfield, CA