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Dr. Chris Bales, MD

Dr. Chris Bales, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Chris Bales, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Brownsburg, IN and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Bales has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 2002. He is affiliated with Putnam County Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 5 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

7950 Ortho Ln Brownsburg, IN 46112

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Bales specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Bales' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bales

5.0
14 ratings, 11 with a written review
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Knee surgery
Dr Bales and his team were wonderful! Listened to my knee concerns and explained everything about my surgery. Would definitely recommend going to him! Surgery was successful so grateful for Dr Bales!
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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Jennifer D – Jun 30, 2024
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I highly recommend Dr. Bales for knee issues. Dr. Bales listened carefully to my concerns, was very knowledgeable and explained my options thoroughly. He performed bilateral knee aspiration and injection extremely proficiently and gently, and I felt absolutely no pain. I will definitely return to see him for my future needs.
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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Denise M. – Jul 25, 2021
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The entire office from the short wait in the waiting room to the very short wait in the exam room. Dr. Bales listens to the problem and provides several corrective options.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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kris – Jun 28, 2021
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Dr. Bales, did my right knee surgery 3 years ago did an amazing job. Getting ready to do left knee and i am sure he will do an amazing job.
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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Jun 08, 2021
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Dr Bales, is the best he explained everything to me in a respectful matter, he took the time to listen and really let me know, everything was going to be great. I appreciate him to the fullest. I would recommend everyone to him. He is a Well dressed and very handsome.Dr bales is the greatest they don't make doctor like him no more. He really love his job. Thank you for all you did for me.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Chymes – Dec 18, 2020
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Dr. Bales aways listens and fully explains available options and procedures.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 08, 2020
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Dr. Bales listened to me and took the time to discuss my options fully. He was pleasant and compassionate and he put me at ease regarding my medical condition. I highly recommended this doctor and the staff at OrthoIndy West!
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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LUryga – Sep 04, 2020
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Found Dr. Bales to be very personable and helpful. He answered all my questions fully. Would recommend him to anyone with knee problems. Also really like the fact he is a Notre Dame alumni.....
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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Robert W. Peterman – Aug 02, 2020
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Dr. Bales was easy to talk with. He made sure I understood what was happening with my knee pain and what my options were in treatment. I definitely will recommend him to others.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Jan 16, 2020
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My husband and I did quite a bit of research into ortho doctors in the area, so I was comfortable with what I knew about Dr. Bales before my visit. Staff was nice and I didn't have to wait long to actually see him. He was very personable and answered all my questions. Factoring in all I said and what x-rays showed, he chose a conservative route, doing the minimum at this point to see if it heals on its own. He could have sent me through expensive testing and had no guarantee I'd return. My appointment was Friday. As I write this review it's Monday...and I have already recommended him to a friend. Thank you, Dr. Bales and OrthoIndy!
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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T. Apple – Nov 04, 2019
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Dr. Bales did surgery on my husband's left shoulder. His nurse was friendly and helpful. Dr. Bales was prompt and very informative. His office staff set up surgery and called several times before the day of surgery. Dr. Bales came into room before surgery and made sure my husband was ok and went through procedure again. Surgery was over and we went home impressed with everything. Two days later on a Sunday, Dr. Bales personally called to check on my husband. Dr.Bales is an AMAZING 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
3 others found this helpful
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Helton in Greencastle Indiana – Mar 29, 2018
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About Me

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Dr. Chris Bales graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 1996. During his four years at Notre Dame he played for the Irish hockey team. In 1998, he received his master's of science from Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis. Dr....read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Stanford University

    Fellowship Hospital, 2008
  • Indiana University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2002
  • William Beaumont

    Internship Hospital, 2002
  • Notre Dame

    Undergraduate School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Orthopaedics-Indianapolis Inc.7950 Ortho Ln Brownsburg, IN 46112
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Practice

Orthopaedics-Indianapolis Inc.1003 Mill Pond Dr Greencastle, IN 46135
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Practice

Office9070 E 56th St Brownsburg, IN 46112
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Practice

Northwest Surgery Center LLC8450 Northwest Blvd Indianapolis, IN 46278
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Putnam County Hospital

    1542 S Bloomington St
    Greencastle, IN 46135

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

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

    1% higher than the national average

    88%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

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