Luke H. Balsamo, MD, FAAOS – Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
Atlantic Orthopaedic Specialists
Orthopedics: Orthopaedic Oncology and Joint Replacement
Norfolk, VA
4.9
307 Ratings
127 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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Dr Balsama was very friendly and easy to talk to. Took time to explain to me me issues as well as my options. I highly recommend Dr Balsamo!
Jul-2025
Attentive
Jul-2025
Very accommodating. Dr. Balsamic is very personable, listens to you and offers options for your care.
Jul-2025
The Doctor and everyone there are absolutely top notch. I am sincerely thankful that they are there for me. Thank you all.
Jun-2025
He was very nice!!!!! I just wished he would have at ease help me understand why was was feeling so bad and that I haven’t been able to walk for 3 weeks ! He came in seen me and was like did a little test and said we need a MRI and sent me on my way and no one helped me understand why I have been in so much pain for so long and he gave me more steroids and that was it not to mention I have been back and forth to the doctor and hospital…!!!! Please god help because I really need help I want to feel better
Jun-2025
Seemed very patient and willing to assist in my situation.
Jun-2025
Great doctor he knows what he's talking about .
Jun-2025
My husband was seen for an orthopedic oncology consultation today. Within an hour we had a diagnosis, my husband was fitted with a brace and surgery was scheduled. I would recommend Dr Balsamo for any orthopedic needs.
Jun-2025
Dr. Balsamo always listens to me and solves all my questions. He is a great doctor and person.
Jun-2025
Great surgeon, is an asset to Atlantic Orthopedic.
Jun-2025
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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.
Dr Balsama was very friendly and easy to talk to. Took time to explain to me me issues as well as my options. I highly recommend Dr Balsamo!
Attentive
Very accommodating. Dr. Balsamic is very personable, listens to you and offers options for your care.
The Doctor and everyone there are absolutely top notch. I am sincerely thankful that they are there for me. Thank you all.
He was very nice!!!!! I just wished he would have at ease help me understand why was was feeling so bad and that I haven’t been able to walk for 3 weeks ! He came in seen me and was like did a little test and said we need a MRI and sent me on my way and no one helped me understand why I have been in so much pain for so long and he gave me more steroids and that was it not to mention I have been back and forth to the doctor and hospital…!!!! Please god help because I really need help I want to feel better
Seemed very patient and willing to assist in my situation.
Great doctor he knows what he's talking about .
My husband was seen for an orthopedic oncology consultation today. Within an hour we had a diagnosis, my husband was fitted with a brace and surgery was scheduled. I would recommend Dr Balsamo for any orthopedic needs.
Dr. Balsamo always listens to me and solves all my questions. He is a great doctor and person.
Great surgeon, is an asset to Atlantic Orthopedic.