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Joan Balonos-Lopez, PA-C

EmergeOrtho

Physician Assistant, Orthopedics

Leland, Shallotte

Most recent review: 1 week ago Recent
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He was very helpful and not very painful. I appreciate him.

(1 week ago) Apr-2026

Did not do a thorough physical exam. Strength tested only one side in a seated position so no comparison for baseline was established using the uninjured side, only did one special test for labrum tear which was a log roll test - one of the least reliable tests for that injury, did not perform a FADIR or FABER or scour test, (he would have found a positive scour test and FADIR test because I have already had it test positive by a PT), diagnosed with piriformis syndrome without any testing only based on symptoms and ignored that I already have SI joint issues on the side where there is hip pain that explains some of my symptoms, & did not testing to confirm or rule out either of those diagnoses. When I asked for an MRI to rule out labrum tear he ordered standard without contrast which is not the gold standard for diagnosing a labrum tear and can often miss smaller tears. I would rather not see him at my follow up appointment, please give me someone more competent and thorough.

(1 week ago) Mar-2026

Great service and attention to my comfort.

(1 week ago) Mar-2026

EXCEPTIONAL CARE AND CONCERN FOR THE TREATMENT OF MY DIAGNOSIS. AND EXCELLENT TREATMENT PLAN THANK YOU VERY MUCH

(1 week ago) Mar-2026

He was kind and showed great patience explaining things to me and my mom.

(1 week ago) Mar-2026

Mr. Lopez was polite and professional. He listened to what my description of the issues with my knee and what to expect with the cortisone shot. He is definitely a good addition to the staff at Emergeortho.

(2 weeks ago) Mar-2026

Very pleased! Knowledgeable, answering all my questions and concerns. Thank you!

(3 weeks ago) Mar-2026

Took his time. answered all my questions

(1 month ago) Mar-2026

Excellent attention to my issues and got the job done!

(1 month ago) Mar-2026

Very knowledgeable

(1 month ago) Feb-2026
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