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Dr. Joseph Ball, MD

Dr. Joseph Ball, MD

Critical Care Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Ball, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Gaithersburg, MD and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ball has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease and Interstitial Lung Disease. He graduated from Georgetown University School of Dentistry in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities Holy Cross Germantown Hospital and Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center. He is not accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Pulmonologists, PC

16220 Frederick Rd Ste 213 Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(301) 963-2770

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Ball specializes in the areas of Critical Care Medicine & Pulmonary Disease. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Ball's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ball

4.1
15 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
73%
73%
4 star
7%
7%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
20%
20%

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Dr. Ball
Dr. Ball really listens to you about what is wrong. He is very well trained as a pulmonologist and is also compassionate and caring. He is terrific and I highly recommend him.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Lois Forster – Jul 01, 2023
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I see Dr. Ball mostly, but all of the doctors are wonderful! I am a complicated patient with many comorbidities, and they are great with taking everything into consideration and communicating with my other providers. Very professional and kind! The support staff are great too!
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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Cindy Ramsey in Rockville , MD – Jan 18, 2019
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My Primary Care doctor recommended Dr. Ball. I am very pleased with my experience seeing him. He was very personable, patient, interested and listened to what I had to say, and very informative and helpful when I asked questions. He explained everything in terms I could understand. I recommend him highly, without any reservations.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
Helpful
Judy in Montgomery Village, MD – Aug 21, 2017
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I saw him twice And I feel comfortable. He is nice & get to know him more.
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
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
Manuel in Gaithersburg, MD – Jun 27, 2016
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I started seeing Dr. Ball a little over a year ago. It has been a fantastic experience. I have complete faith in his care. He has an excellent interactive manner. He is honest, direct, friendly, a true professional. I was anxious about a test he ordered. The techs told me he would probably would have the test results by late afternoon. I was dreading the weekend. I called after hours on a Friday night and said he would track the results. He called back in 30 minutes. I was incredibly grateful.
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
14 others found this helpful
Helpful
Don Clark in Silver Spring, MD – Mar 05, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Joseph Ball, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Gaithersburg, MD and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ball has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease and Interstitial Lung Disease. He graduated from...read more

  • Critical Care Medicine

  • Pulmonary Disease

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  • Georgetown University School Of Dentistry

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Critical Care Medicine
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Pulmonary Disease
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Locations

Pulmonologists, PC

Office16220 Frederick Rd Ste 213 Gaithersburg, MD 20877
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Shady Grove Adventist Hospital Wound Care Center

Office9901 Medical Center Dr Rockville, MD 20850
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center

    9901 Medical Center Dr
    Rockville, MD 20850
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Holy Cross Germantown Hospital

    19801 Observation Dr
    Germantown, MD 20876

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

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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