Dr. Martin Balish began to practice with Oregon Eye Specialists in 1998 and now will join Eye Health Northwest in 2022. Dr. Balish graduated from the University of Wisconsin Medical School and completed his ophthalmology residency at Casey Eye Institute, Oregon Health & Science University. He is board-certified in ophthalmology, is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and is a member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
Dr. Martin Balish began to practice with Oregon Eye Specialists in 1998 and now will join Eye Health Northwest in 2022. Dr. Balish graduated from the University of Wisconsin Medical School and completed his ophthalmology residency at Casey Eye Institute, Oregon Health & Science University. He is board-certified in ophthalmology, is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and is a member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
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He is the best, have been his patient for over 14 years and he knows his profession and extremely knowledgeable
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Excellent Dr. He is engaging, articulate, seasoned and displays personal concern for his patients.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Excellent and caring doc.!!
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Very knowledgeable, I felt he really was invested in finding the best solution for my dry eyes.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Dr Balish is a warm caring provider and does an excellent job explaining issues in a way that can be understood by everyone.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Dr Balish is very patient and informative
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Always a pleasure coming into the office and Dr. Balish is the epitome of terrific. My eyes and myself trust him thoroughly. Have actually sent new patients his way. We’re all delighted!! I’m
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Knowledgable and kind. Listened to my concerns. Offered solutions for my problem
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
He was thorough in the exam of the injured eye. He kindly wrote down what to get that was over the counter.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
DR. BALISH IS PROFESSIONAL AND CLEARLY EXPERIENCED. GOOD BEDSIDE MANNER, AS WELL.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
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9135 SW Barnes Rd. Suite 961 Portland, OR 97225
Westside Surgery Center
13240 SW Pacific Hwy Portland, OR 97223
“My practice philosophy is to provide each patient with personalized treatment, utilizing the most advanced vision correction technology in a safe and reliable manner. Eye care goes beyond vision – it’s about the quality of my patient’s lives.”
Dr. Martin Balish began to practice with Oregon Eye Specialists in 1998 and now will join Eye Health Northwest in 2022. He has particular expertise in cataract surgery utilizing premium astigmatism correcting and presbyopia-correcting IOL’s to reduce patients’ need for glasses for both distance and near vision. He has more than 20 years of experience in laser refractive surgery and LASIK. His practice includes treating patients with dry eye conditions, glaucoma, and macular degeneration.
Dr. Balish has worked with the Oregon Lion’s Sight and Hearing Foundation, donating his time and skill to provide free cataract surgery to many uninsured patients in the Portland area.
Dr. Balish graduated from the University of Wisconsin Medical School and completed his ophthalmology residency at Casey Eye Institute, Oregon Health & Science University. He is board-certified in ophthalmology, is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and is a member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
He is the best, have been his patient for over 14 years and he knows his profession and extremely knowledgeable
Excellent Dr. He is engaging, articulate, seasoned and displays personal concern for his patients.
Excellent and caring doc.!!
Very knowledgeable, I felt he really was invested in finding the best solution for my dry eyes.
Dr Balish is a warm caring provider and does an excellent job explaining issues in a way that can be understood by everyone.
Dr Balish is very patient and informative
Always a pleasure coming into the office and Dr. Balish is the epitome of terrific. My eyes and myself trust him thoroughly. Have actually sent new patients his way. We’re all delighted!! I’m
Knowledgable and kind. Listened to my concerns. Offered solutions for my problem
He was thorough in the exam of the injured eye. He kindly wrote down what to get that was over the counter.
DR. BALISH IS PROFESSIONAL AND CLEARLY EXPERIENCED. GOOD BEDSIDE MANNER, AS WELL.