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Specialty > Orthopedics > Virginia > Atlantic Orthopaedic Specialists > Luke H. Balsamo, MD, FAAOS – Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
Luke H. Balsamo, MD, FAAOS – Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
Atlantic Orthopaedic Specialists
Orthopedics: Orthopaedic Oncology and Joint Replacement
Norfolk, VA
4.9
177 Ratings
77 Comments
Originally from Cape Girardeau, Missouri, Dr. Luke Balsamo, M.D. obtained both his undergraduate degree in Biochemistry and medical degree from the University of Rochester. Following medical school, he completed a surgery internship at Portsmouth Naval Hospital. He then served two years as the medical officer aboard the USS NASHVILLE before completing his orthopaedic residency at Portsmouth Naval Hospital. Following this, he completed a fellowship in Musculoskeletal Oncology at the University of Miami.
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4.9
177 Ratings
77 Comments
Originally from Cape Girardeau, Missouri, Dr. Luke Balsamo, M.D. obtained both his undergraduate degree in Biochemistry and medical degree from the University of Rochester. Following medical school, he completed a surgery internship at Portsmouth Naval Hospital. He then served two years as the medical officer aboard the USS NASHVILLE before completing his orthopaedic residency at Portsmouth Naval Hospital. Following this, he completed a fellowship in Musculoskeletal Oncology at the University of Miami.
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Kempsville - Norfolk
6160 Kempsville Cir
#200b (PM&R Suite in #110a)
Norfolk, VA 23502
#200b (PM&R Suite in #110a)
Norfolk, VA 23502
Originally from Cape Girardeau, Missouri, Dr. Luke Balsamo, M.D. obtained both his undergraduate degree in Biochemistry and medical degree from the University of Rochester. Following medical school, he completed a surgery internship at Portsmouth Naval Hospital. He then served two years as the medical officer aboard the USS NASHVILLE before completing his orthopaedic residency at Portsmouth Naval Hospital. Following this, he completed a fellowship in Musculoskeletal Oncology at the University of Miami.
Since returning from his fellowship, Dr. Balsamo has served in multiple capacities at the naval hospital, including residency program director and division chief. As one of three orthopaedic oncologists in the Navy, he has been consulted on and treated patients from around the world. In addition to his medical officer tour, he has deployed to Germany, Spain, Vietnam, Cuba and Afghanistan. He is board certified in orthopaedic surgery and is an assistant professor of surgery at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. He has taken an active role in local, state and national orthopaedic societies. In addition he is the author of multiple book chapters and journal articles and has presented research at multiple meetings. Dr. Balsamo retired from the Navy after 21 years of active service.
Dr. Balsamo and his wife, Thao live in Virginia Beach. Outside of work, he enjoys cycling, fishing and golf.
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He's efficient to the point and honest. Appointments arel close to scheduled time and he listens to your questions.
Great physician
I feel he really knows his job - very good Dr
Very professional
Very professional and pleasant
Dr Balsamo is the greatest!
Sharp dresser!
Felt at ease looking at options for my knee.
Excellent surgeon thank you for everything.
After much confusion and termoil with the wrong patient info for me, I have to say Dr. B has absolutely the kindest bedside manner, surgical skill and Patient compassion and Dedication. It was a Horrible Start for me in this situation but Once we met, spoke and he saw my extremely Serious condition, it ended being a very good experience. Id recommend Dr. B