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Dr. Laurence Ballou Jr, MD

Dr. Laurence Ballou Jr, MD

Gastroenterology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Laurence Ballou Jr, MD is a gastroenterologist in Georgetown, SC and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ohio State University in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital and Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 3 reviews 5 Star Rating (3 reviews)

Practice

1011 N Fraser St Georgetown, SC 29440

Make an Appointment

(843) 527-3428

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Ballou Jr is affiliated with Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital Murrells Inlet, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Ballou Jr specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Ballou Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ballou Jr

5.0
3 ratings, 1 with written review
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Found my cancer before it spread!
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
10 others found this helpful
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Liam in Murrells Inlet, SC – Mar 14, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Laurence Ballou Jr, MD is a gastroenterologist in Georgetown, SC and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ohio State University in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities Tidelands Waccamaw Community...read more

  • Gastroenterology

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  • Ohio State University

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine
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Gastroenterology†
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Internal Medicine†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Unavail1011 N Fraser St Georgetown, SC 29440
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital

    4070 Highway 17
    Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all 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

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital

    606 Black River Rd
    Georgetown, SC 29440

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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