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Dr. Martin Balish, MD
Ophthalmology* Age 61
Dr. Martin Balish, MD
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Dr. Martin Balish, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Portland, OR.
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Dr. Martin Balish, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 61
Portland, OR
Accepting new patients
33 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Martin Balish, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Portland, OR.

About

Dr. Balish graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in 1993 and completed a residency at Or Health Science University Casey Eye Institute. Dr. Martin Balish, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Portland, OR and has 33 years experience. Dr. Balish currently practices at Practice and is affiliated with Providence St. Vincent Medical Center. Dr. Balish has experience treating conditions like Drusen among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Balish's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Balish is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Tear Duct Disorders
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Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK)
Pterygium Surgery
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Removal of Foreign Body from External Eye
Removal of Intraocular Foreign Body
Tear Duct Surgery
Vitreoretinal Surgery
YAG Laser Capsulotomy

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  • TriWest Champus
  • Providence Health Plans
  • HealthSmart
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Assurant Health
  • Tricare
  • First Choice Health
  • American Republic
  • Pyramid Life
  • Open Access
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • GEHA
  • LifeWise
  • Meritain Health
  • Health Net
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • ODS Health Plan
  • Medico
  • Humana
  • Commercial Insurance Company
  • Bakery & Confectionary Union Plan
  • PacificSource
  • Navigate HMO
  • PHP-Physicians Health Plan
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Aetna
  • Coventry Health Care

Locations

  1. 1 Oregon Eye Specialists PC
    9135 SW Barnes Rd Ste 961, Portland, OR 97225
  2. 2 Office
    9155 SW Barnes Rd Ste 336, Portland, OR 97225
  3. 3 Northwest Medical Foundation of Tillamook
    980 3rd St Ste 100, Tillamook, OR 97141
  4. 4 Tod Tolan MD LLC
    13240 SW Pacific Hwy Ste 200, Portland, OR 97223

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Jan 31, 2026
Thorough and practical and quickly addressed my problem. I was so relieved to get quick attention that reversed my problem.
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Specialties*
Cornea & Refractive Surgery
Cataract Surgery
Ophthalmology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Martin Balish, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Balish's profile.

Dr. Martin Balish, MD is affiliated with Providence St. Vincent Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Martin Balish, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Education
Medical Education
  • University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
    1993
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Internship
  • Legacy Emanual Hospital
Internship
Residency Hospital
  • Or Health Science University Casey Eye Institute
    1998
Residency Hospital

Hospital Affiliations

  • Providence St. Vincent Medical Center

    9205 SW Barnes Rd, Portland, OR

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