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Robert Baltera, M.D.
Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center
Orthopedics: Orthopedic Surgery, Arthritis, Fractures, Hand, Wrist, Elbow & Shoulder Sports Injuries
Indianapolis, Kokomo
4.9
1048 Ratings
223 Comments
Dr. Robert Baltera is board-certified by The American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons and holds a Certification of Added Qualification in hand and microvascular surgery.
4.9
1048 Ratings
223 Comments
Dr. Robert Baltera is board-certified by The American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons and holds a Certification of Added Qualification in hand and microvascular surgery.
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Dr. Robert Baltera earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Villanova University. He was valedictorian of his medical school class at the State University of New York Health Science Center, where he completed an internship in general surgery and his residency in orthopaedic surgery. In 1991, Dr. Baltera completed his fellowship training in hand and microvascular surgery at The Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center. He is board-certified by The American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons and holds a Certification of Added Qualification in hand and microvascular surgery.
Dr. Baltera maintains a faculty appointment as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at The Indiana University School of Medicine. He is an active member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Society for Surgery of the Hand. He has received numerous honors for his academic and research accomplishments and continues to serve as an educator in his field.
Dr. Baltera is currently the Managing Partner of the Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center.
Dr. Baltera has special interests in the treatment of arthritis, fractures, post-traumatic reconstruction, nerve compression syndromes, and sports-related injuries of the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder.
PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES
American Society for Surgery of the Hand 1995 – Present
Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 1995 – Present
Indianapolis Orthopaedic Society 1993 – Present
American Society for Surgery of the Hand
Continuing Education Sub-committee 1998 – 1999
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Very professional and informative
Easy to get an appointment. Friendly staff. And Dr. Baltera was very nice and did a good job.
Very nice Dr. although the other doctor came in prior to get my details & then after Dr Baltera double checked my info & had a chat. The other Dr (James??) did the injections.
Listened to me and gave me what our treatment plan will be
Dr. Baltera is a very considerate, well mannered, physician that asks questions, and listens to his patient as he thoroughly examines the problem! We have utmost confidence in Dr. Baltera!
Always takes care of me in a timely manner
Professional.
Always prompt. Excellent surgeon. Explains the details and answers questions you have.
PHENOMENAL! So pleased from beginning 2 end! Phone triage, front desk, technician, dr, surgical scheduler, insurance, therapists etc. Very professional, informative, helpful, On time. I drive 6+ hrs solo with broken wrist to come here. Couldn't b more pleased!
Really nice !! Thank your!!!