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Dr. Ajay Balaram, MD

Dr. Ajay Balaram, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*

Dr. Ajay Balaram, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Arlington Heights, IL. He is affiliated with Northwest Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

515 W Algonquin Rd Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Telehealth available

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Dr. Balaram's Reviews

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4.6
21 ratings, 18 with a written review
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Hand and shoulder
Dr Balaram is extremely knowledgeable and experienced in many aspects. He has treated me for several problems and no issues with reoccurring pain or symptoms. Highly recommend him and his practice.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Robert – Dec 20, 2024
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Trigger finger
Dr. Totally understood the situation. I could not make a fist because 2 of my fingers locked in place. Dr. Is very caring and understanding.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Marlene Zahorski – Jul 25, 2024
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Wonderful Doctor !
Dr. Balaram was wonderful in helping to diagnose what was happening, and to ease my concerns. He was very polite , and took the time to listen. He answered all of my questions , explained things thoroughly, and helped to guide my in the next step needed . I would definitely see him again. Thank you Dr. Balaram!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Anna – Jul 21, 2024
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Displaced fractured thumb
This office was kind enough to take me immediately for an appointment. Dr Balaram was intelligent kind and very professional. Wonderful doctor!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Maureen Manges – Jul 11, 2024
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Wonderful doctor
Dr Balaram is an excellent surgeon- he fixed my finger years ago and now my hand ! Good to go with this physician !
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Jun 12, 2024
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Pleasant and good doctor
Telehealth
I was treated really well. He took good care of me as an educated doctor. Im greatfull to be apart of his accomplishments. Im thankful to have him as my doctor.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Mar 28, 2024
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Checked out injured fingers with Dr. Baloram
Dr. Baloram and staff were friendly and professional. But I think they need to be more specific interns of instructions. I really felt that I need more detailed instructions on dressing the fingers. EG: wash hands after removing dressing, apply layer of petroleum gauze, cut gauze pad to size and cover wound etc
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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Mar 21, 2024
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Very Professional
Dr. Balaram was professional and listened to my problem and offered a solution in minutes. I would recommend him.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Jan 01, 2024
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Great Doctor
Dr Ballaram surgically repaired my carpal tunnel and removed a cyst on my hand. He is an outstanding surgeon that I trust completely. If I ever need surgery to fix any orthopedic issues he will be my first choice. He listens and communicates very well and his staff including Louu in reds is World Class.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Rick Remington – Dec 13, 2023
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Absolute Best Doctor
Dr. Balaram has been treating my sports injuries for past 10 years. He has performed 3 successful surgeries resulting in my full 100% + recovery (2 hand procedures and a rotator cuff). He has also treated multiple hand, elbow, shoulder, and finger injuries i have sustained. My latest is a broken finger, not the normal jam type, but a true broken bone. He is my first thought for treatment hands down. Always explains things clearly, he is realistic, thorough and works very close with physical therapy ensuring course of action is the right one. I am so thankful for Dr. Balaram! I will never be able to truly show him my appreciation. Sincerely thank you Doc!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Ryan – Oct 25, 2023
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Excellent Shoulder Surgeon
The doctor is very calm and explains things very well. His staff was very nice. I had surgery and Dr. Balaram told me the exact process and what to expect. He was spot on and I'm back playing pickleball so I'm Happy!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jim – Oct 07, 2023
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My husband’s fingers were about to be lost due to a horrendous work injury - dr Balaram said usually the drs will just cut them off -he said “what the heck he would give it a shot to fix it and it WORKED !!!! Incredibly talented dr - listens well - very responsive to his patients - kind hearted helping to restore function to the hand of people - a real benefactor of humanity!!! I give him 5 stars ?? ?? ?? ?? ??- he is wonderful- up to date on technique and thorough- ????????????
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Fingers restored by excellent orthopedic surgeon- – Dec 03, 2020
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Excellent doctor and surgeon he saved my finger after it got crushed in a door.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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LF in Chicago – Jun 18, 2019
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Dr. Balarama spends as much time with his patients as needed and will not rush through his diagnosis. He is extremely knowledgeable and professional. He allowed plenty of time for questions and went with a conservative route first which I appreciated. Great doctor!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Saeed Ghafoor in Joliet, IL – Jun 12, 2018
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Injured my shoulder and Dr. Balaram performed surgery. He initially tried non surgical treatment but when it came to surgery he did an excellent job. He has a nice bedside manner.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Chicago – Apr 02, 2018
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Friendly office and Very good Doctor, he is very specialized though, all he does is hand, wrist and shoulder conditions.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Prague, 10 – Jul 14, 2017
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Excellent doctor, had a very nice visit where he explained everything. Office staff was very helpful after my severe injury.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Jun 21, 2017
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Dr is thorough. Office help is extremely unhelpful and rude. Find another office and Dr. Not good all around.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Sc in Arlington Heights, IL – Jan 05, 2017
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Dr. Ajay Balaram, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Arlington Heights, IL. He is affiliated with Northwest Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Creighton University

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
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Practice

Hand Surgery Associates SC515 W Algonquin Rd Arlington Heights, IL 60005
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