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Dr. Richard Ballantyne, DO

Dr. Richard Ballantyne, DO

General Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Ballantyne, DO is a general surgeon in Meridian, ID and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth in 2003. He is affiliated with medical facilities St. Luke's Boise Medical Center and St. Luke's Nampa Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 5 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

520 S Eagle Rd Meridian, ID 83642

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Doc Ballantyne performed a surgical robotic repair of a large hernia in late September. He was great to talk to regarding the surgery & recovery process. Results of the surgery was 10/10, no problems whatsoever & healing process was exactly as explained. ANY other general surgery I may need in the future will be performed by Doc Ballantyne. Easy to talk to & skilled surgeon.
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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Pate – Dec 06, 2023
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Excellent Surgeon-Staff-After Care
Dr. Ballantyne spent the time I needed to thoroughly explain the process of my surgery and my recovery. Follow up questions prior to surgery were answered almost immediately by nursing staff. Same with questions post surgery and with follow up visits. Thank you Dr. Ballantyne and staff!
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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H Russell – Sep 21, 2023
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I couldn't have asked for a better surgeon than Dr Ballantyne. He explained everything to me in terms I could understand, this was very important for me. I knew without a doubt that he was the one I wanted to help in my terrible pains. After the surgery, no more pain , none and never!I have special THANKS for Him , and my highest recommendations !
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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Sylvia Lazarescu – Jan 06, 2023
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I would highly recommend Dr. Ballantyne. He is an amazing surgeon and a compassionate, caring and highly knowledgeable and skilled doctor. I had him perform a hiatal hernia repair with Nissen fundoplication and was extremely pleased with the results. I had no idea how much better I would feel following the surgery, and my recovery went extremely well. Dr. Ballantyne is thorough in answering your questions and explains things very well. He cares about his patients and follows up with them and makes himself available. The medical profession could certainly use more surgeons and doctors like Dr. Ballantyne.
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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Barbara – Jul 05, 2021
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After complaining a few times with my family doctor of a particular pain and got nowhere he referred me to Dr Ballantyne and he knew right away what was it , he did surgery to remove a lymph node and later he confirmed it was cancer, he saved my life by discover it on time and removing it, I was so mad at my family Doctor why he never figure this one out, but I’m so thankful for Dr Ballantyne and his staff they’re all so caring and friendly!!!
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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May 16, 2020
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Dr. Ballantyne is a people's Dr. He cares about you as a person! Not just a patient! Answers any and all questions!
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Stephen Ellis – Jul 16, 2019
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After more than a year of fatigue and random back pain I was referred to Dr. Ballantyne by my primary care physician. After an initial consultation he suspected my gallbladder was to blame and ordered some tests. The tests confirmed that my gallbladder was not functioning properly and we scheduled a laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Dr. Ballantyne was very professional and reassuring every step of the way. Several weeks after the surgery I feel great and I'm grateful to Dr. Ballantyne and his team for a successful outcome.
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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Jul 13, 2019
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Dr. Ballantyne performed incisional hernia surgery with the DaVinci ‘robot’. Initial appointment was pleasant and informative. Staff was nice and helpful with the whole process. Dr met before surgery in PreOp and took an unscheduled phone call from me after surgery. Post Op appointment went well also. My wife and I are pleased with the professionalism and kindness of staff and the passion of Dr Ballantyne regarding surgery, particularly the DaVinci technology. Thank you!!
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
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Jul 11, 2019
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Easygoing, friendly, and professional. He explained everything and answered my questions in terms that I understood. His staff and assistant are top notch 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Craig Mauck in Boise, ID – May 06, 2017
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Dr. Richard Ballantyne, DO is a general surgeon in Meridian, ID and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth in 2003. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • General Surgery

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  • Mercy Medical Center General Surgery Residency

    Residency Hospital, 2008

  • Mercy Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2004

  • University Of North Texas Health Science Center At Fort Worth

    Medical School, 2003
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Surgery®
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  • Sigma Sigma Phi National Honor Society

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Locations

Practice

St. Luke's Meridian Medical Center520 S Eagle Rd Meridian, ID 83642
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(208) 381-6930
Southern Idaho Health Partners dba Saltzer Clinics215 E Hawaii Ave Nampa, ID 83686
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(208) 364-3000

Practice

St. Luke's Clinic Acute Care and General Surgery Nampa9850 W St Lukes Dr Ste 260 Nampa, ID 83687
3
(208) 381-6930
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