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Dr. Larry Thomas Balentine M.D.

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

3/5(19)
1802 Yakima Ave Suite 208 Tacoma WA, 98405
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3/5

About

Dr. Larry Balentine is a rheumatologist practicing in Tacoma, WA. Dr. Balentine specializes in the treatment of musculoskeletal diseases and systematic autoimmune conditions that can affect the bones, muscles or bones. Eventually, if not treated, these illnesses can also impact the skin, eyes, nervous system and internal organs. Dr. Balentine treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.

Education and Training

Univ of Ks Sch of Med, Kansas City Ks 1977

University of Wales in Great Britain 1977

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Expert Publications

Data provided by the National Library of Medicine

Treatments

  • Psoriasis
  • Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Neck Pain
  • Back Pain
  • Pain

Dr. Larry Thomas Balentine M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 1802 Yakima Ave Suite 208

1802 Yakima Ave Suite 208 -
Tacoma, WA 98405
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Larry Balentine

20700 Bond Rd Ne Suite 104 -
Poulsbo, WA 98370
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New patients: 360-930-6314
Fax: 360-626-1292

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Patient Experience with Dr. Balentine


3.0

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Dr. Larry Thomas Balentine M.D. has a rating of 3 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 19 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Rheumatologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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