Bala Bhat, MD

Practice: Community Health Centers of the Central Coast

Specialty: Internal Medicine

Office locations: Arroyo Grande, CA

Most recent review: 2 days ago New
4.9 out of 5
864 Ratings
406 Comments

Dr. Bala Bhat, M.D., received M.B.B.S. (equivalent to MD) from Karnataka University, India and graduated medical residency from San Joaquin General Hospital, Stockton. Dr. Bhat is board certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Physician Specialties, and has a Fellowship in Geriatric Medicine. Dr. Bhat has been practicing on the Central Coast for over 20 years.

4.9 out of 5
864 Ratings
406 Comments

Dr. Bala Bhat, M.D., received M.B.B.S. (equivalent to MD) from Karnataka University, India and graduated medical residency from San Joaquin General Hospital, Stockton. Dr. Bhat is board certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Physician Specialties, and has a Fellowship in Geriatric Medicine. Dr. Bhat has been practicing on the Central Coast for over 20 years.

The reviews listed below were collected independently of Community Health Centers of the Central Coast through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.

He’s a good doctor.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 days ago) Nov-2026

Doctor Bhat is always friendly, listens to my questions, and give me helpful help and suggestions.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(4 days ago) Nov-2026

He listens to you and is very through without rushing Lets you know he cares

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(4 days ago) Nov-2026

I come from the Central Valley when I need to see Dr. Bala Bhat cause He’s really experienced, kind, friendly and very conscious about Your health and needs. 👍

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(5 days ago) Nov-2026

Great, thank you for getting the testing I needed.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 week ago) Oct-2026

Doctor Bhat is awesome ! The older office staff is excellent. There was a new addition to the front office this morning. She was rude and lazy ! She needs to lose her attitude and around 200 pounds !

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 week ago) Oct-2026

Dr.Bhat should not be considered a doctor. This care is insulting.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
(1 week ago) Oct-2026

awesome Doctor who is incredibly knowledgeable and truly inspiring about health care

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago) Oct-2026

Dr. Bhat has been my Dr. for the last ten years . I appreciate all his care and follow up that he has given me. This has help me stay well and to have better health. Thank you

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago) Oct-2026

He is very helpful and care for the patients

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago) Oct-2026