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Dr. Mark Ballard, MD

Dr. Mark Ballard, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Mark Ballard, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Decorah, IA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Dakota in 1993. He is affiliated with Winnmed. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (12 reviews)

WinnMed

901 Montgomery St Decorah, IA 52101
Telehealth available
(563) 382-2911

At a Glance

  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Ballard's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ballard

3.2
12 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
42%
42%
4 star
17%
17%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
42%
42%

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Impatient, rude and off-putting
I have never been so off-put by a medical provider in all my 40 years of life. Went with my friend to a prenatal visit- she asked me to be her pregnancy support person. Dr. Ballard was abrupt, acted impatient,did not invite questions or fully explain things to the patient. He talked a blue streak yet somehow failed to convey information in a clear manner. At first I couldn't quite tell if he was being rude or if he was maybe neurodivergent or awkward ...I tried to give benefit of the doubt throughout the visit, but after he told my friend (with a history of severe postpartum depression & beginning to have symptoms again) she didn't need medication but rather just needed to "take walks in the sunshine and don't wear sunglasses" to avoid depression...I was ready to grab my friend and RUN. When I spoke up and asked him to explain something for my friends benefit, he acted incredibly annoyed and didn't seem to care about making sure his patient was at ease. Not impressed at all.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Danielle – Jul 13, 2023
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Excellent care
Knowledgeable, and caring
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 08, 2023
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Dr. Ballard and his staff are amazing. I have the highest regard for his practice, and would highly recommend him to anyone seeking an OBGYN. He is knowledgable and considerate. His practice style is reminiscent of days of old where doctors looked at patients as unique individuals, and not just a name on a file.
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
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Feb 05, 2020
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Staff is very friendly. The Doctor is inconsiderate of people’s time and doesn’t listen to his patients. I thought it was maybe a bad day but gave him three chances (Different visits) and all were the same.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Sep 25, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Mark Ballard is a Mayo Clinic Health System OB/GYN who provides comprehensive obstetrical and gynecological care.

biography

Dr. Mark Ballard is a Mayo Clinic Health System OB/GYN who provides comprehensive obstetrical and gynecological care.

  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Keesler Med Ctr/keesler Afb

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of South Dakota

    Medical School, 1993
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Locations

WinnMed

WinnMed901 Montgomery St Decorah, IA 52101
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 1:00pm - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 7:30am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Winnmed

    901 Montgomery St
    Decorah, IA 52101

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

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

    6% higher than the national average

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