Dr. Jamie Bales, MD
Neurology•Female•Age 55
Telehealth services available
Neurology Specialists
813 W 2ND ST Bloomington, IN 47403Dr. Jamie Bales, MD is a Neurology Specialist in Bloomington, IN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Bales has more experience with Headache, Neurodegenerative Disorders, and Epilepsy than other specialists in her area. She graduated from Indiana University School Of Medicine medical school in 1991. She is affiliated with medical facilities Indiana University Health Bedford Hospital and Iu Health Bloomington Hospital. She has indicated that she accepts telehealth appointments. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Bales to book an appointment.
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Dr. Bales is very personable and is a very careful listener to her patients. She enjoys an excellent reputation for her clinical knowledge and expertise within the Bloomington medical community. I am very pleased with her medical care of me and my wife.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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Marc Smith – Sep 12, 2020
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Dr. Bales is as thorough and attentive in my care today as she was over a decade ago when she first became my neurologist.
I can honestly say that her advice and commitment to a sensible and stable medication regimen has made my life easier over the years.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
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Chuck Swift – Aug 13, 2020
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I have found Dr. Bales to be a compassionate doctor. I first went to her when I was referred by a surgeon (Dr. Dale Dellacqua). I had cubital tunnel and was sent to her to determine where the bad nerves were located. I had my surgeries in December 2008 and March 2009.
I did not see her again until I had a stroke in January 2019. I had to have a neurologist and would never go to anyone else. I really like Dr. Bales and her nurse Jackie.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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Jan G in Ellettsville, IN – Dec 20, 2019
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No complaints
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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No results
Dec 02, 2019
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Dismissed my symptoms and complaints. Told me it was “all in my head and I just wanted attention” Not only was she wrong she also misdiagnosed me with a mental health condition, when I actually had a serious neurological disease. I found a real Neuro who PROPERLY diagnosed my condition and started treatment immediately.
My advice, find another Neuro at all costs. Do not trust Bales with your health. If I would have known this it would have saved me 3 months of a lot of pain as well as worsening of my disease.
What went well
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- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Office environment
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Long wait times
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Nov 14, 2019
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Dr. Bales is the best doctor and doctor's office I've ever had, even being a mom with a special needs child as well. Her office is one of the best run. She does a fantastic job listening, referring, getting tests run, and making sure nothing gets missed. She also has fantastic staff that also does the same. I've referred several people to her even though my full surgery had to be done at John's Hopkins. I wish more doctors were like her.
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Apr 20, 2019
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She's business like and to the point. I like that. Addresses questions.
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Apr 11, 2019
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I cannot imagine how Dr Bales could ever get a poor rating by anyone. She is one of the most dedicated, personable, lovely doctors that I've ever had, and I've had many, believe me. She always listens to all of my concerns and has really helped me to manage my multiple sclerosis. Her nurse, Jackie, is an absolute treasure! I love Dr Bales and the staff. I highly recommend this practice for your neurologic care.
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Mar 30, 2019
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I would not recommend this place. Terrible care, terrible service. The place is just looking to get paid and could care less about the individual. They fail to provide medical documentation when asked. They fail to accommodate the neurological needs of the inflicted. If you do something they do not like, they will hold a grudge against you. Place would be the last place I recommend.
What went well
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- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Long wait times
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Paoli, IN – Sep 07, 2018
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I have been trying to get help with a severe chronic headache. I had gotten Dr. Bales name from 2 other physicians. She was highly recommended. Dr. Bales did a perfunctory exam and did ask questions that were pertinent to my symptoms. My diagnosis. “I don’t have anything “. Really?! I left feeling like I was wasting the doctors time. Surely if my pain doesn’t have a neurological origin, Dr. Bales may have some other thoughts about where I could go to get help next. Really disappointed.
What went well
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Mar 13, 2018
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Dr Bales is quick to schedule procedures in her office ($$) prior to history or physical exam (from referral) but then neither she nor nurse would take time to provide results. Finally reached an office mgr who stated “I can’t control medical staff returning your results or responding to your voicemail but can transfer you to scheduling for appt” 3 mos away. We drove 1 hr to office to have test done and unacceptable results are not provided. changed Drs who found underlying cause of seizures
What went well
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Office environment
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Mar 12, 2018
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Don't bother
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Feb 09, 2018
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Dr. Bales is a wonderful doctor. She has been my doctor for five years now. She listens and is ver attentive. She took her time on a Saturday to come to the office and help with a issue I was having. I am so grateful to have found a doctor who will listen to my concerns and go the extra mile to help me. I highly recommend Dr. Bales!!
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Franki Myers in Bloomfield – Aug 27, 2017
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Dr. Bales is very knowledgeable about my issues from my stroke. She is very attentive to the problems I encounter. I am very happy to have found her for my Doctor.
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M Kathleen Thomson in Bloomington, IN – Dec 24, 2015
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