Luke H. Balsamo, MD, FAAOS – Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
Atlantic Orthopaedic Specialists
Orthopedics: Orthopaedic Oncology and Joint Replacement
Norfolk, VA
4.9
199 Ratings
87 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.
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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He does seem to be concerned and competent
Oct-2024
Time with doctor was extremely brief and explanation was not satisfactory.
Oct-2024
As always very knowledgeable and listens to what I have to say. His staff is always great to me
Oct-2024
Dr. Balsamo was very professional. Nursing staff very professional, personable and friendly.
Oct-2024
What a wonderful visit I always have. He’s very Informative always answers all my questions. He makes sure that I understand what he has told me. Very much, appreciate his professionalism.
Oct-2024
Just the best. He is kind and listens to my concerns without ever making me feel rushed.
Oct-2024
Calming personality. I was a new patient an by guestions he ask he had read my chart.
Oct-2024
Very good and thorough visit.
Oct-2024
Super nice Doctor. A God sent!
Sep-2024
Outstanding doctor,would recommend him as your surgeon.
Sep-2024
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Kempsville - Norfolk
6160 Kempsville Cir #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.
He does seem to be concerned and competent
Time with doctor was extremely brief and explanation was not satisfactory.
As always very knowledgeable and listens to what I have to say. His staff is always great to me
Dr. Balsamo was very professional. Nursing staff very professional, personable and friendly.
What a wonderful visit I always have. He’s very Informative always answers all my questions. He makes sure that I understand what he has told me. Very much, appreciate his professionalism.
Just the best. He is kind and listens to my concerns without ever making me feel rushed.
Calming personality. I was a new patient an by guestions he ask he had read my chart.
Very good and thorough visit.
Super nice Doctor. A God sent!
Outstanding doctor,would recommend him as your surgeon.