Dr. Philip Balikian, MD

Dr. Philip Balikian, MD

Orthopedic SurgeryMaleAge 55

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Philip Balikian, MD is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Poway, CA and has over 28 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS / WORCESTER CAMPUS in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido and Palomar Medical Center Escondido. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.

Locations

Palomar Health Medical Group

Palomar Health Medical Group15611 Pomerado Rd # 1 Poway, CA 92064
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At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Balikian's Top Procedures and Conditions

Treatment Frequency
Joint Pain
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Balikian treats Joint Pain more than 99% of his peers

Dr. Balikian treats this condition more than 99% of his peers

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Balikian treats Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) more than 99% of his peers

Dr. Balikian treats this condition more than 99% of his peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Knee Pain
Bursitis
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Balikian treats Bursitis more than 98% of his peers

Dr. Balikian treats this condition more than 98% of his peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Elbow Bursitis
  • Hip Bursitis
  • Subacromial Bursitis
  • Trochanteric Bursitis

Dr. Balikian's conditions and procedures:

  • Joint Pain
  • Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
  • Bursitis
  • Achilles Tendinitis
  • Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
  • Ankle Fracture
  • Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
  • Ankle Sprains and Strains
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
  • Arthritis of the Elbow
  • Ataxia
  • Autoimmune Diseases
  • Back Pain
  • Baker’s Cyst
  • Bone Disorders
  • Broken Arm
  • Bunion
  • Cancer
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Cervical Spine Myelopathy
  • Chronic Neck Pain
  • Chronic Pelvic Pain
  • Coccygeal Pain
  • Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
  • Complications of Joint Prosthesis
  • De Quervain's Disease
  • Degenerative Disc Disease
  • Difficulty With Walking
  • Dupuytrens Contracture
  • Elbow Bursitis
  • Elbow Injuries
  • Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
  • Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
  • Femur Fracture
  • Foot Conditions
  • Foot Fracture
  • Fracture
  • Fracture of Hand and Fingers
  • Gait Abnormality
  • Ganglion Cyst
  • Glenoid Labrum Tear
  • Gout
  • Hammer Toe
  • Hand Conditions
  • Hand Fracture
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Fracture
  • Hip Pointer
  • Hip Sprain
  • Humerus Fracture
  • Internal Derangement of Knee
  • Intervertebral Disc Disease
  • Knee Dislocation
  • Knee Disorders
  • Knee Fracture
  • Knee Sprain
  • Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
  • Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
  • Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
  • Limb Pain
  • Low Back Pain
  • Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
  • Myelopathy
  • Neck Muscle Strain
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis of Foot
  • Osteoarthritis of Hand
  • Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
  • Osteoarthritis of Hip
  • Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
  • Osteoarthritis of Knee
  • Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
  • Osteoarthritis of Spine
  • Osteopenia
  • Pathological Spine Fracture
  • Pelvic Fracture
  • Peripheral Nerve Disorders
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
  • Pyogenic Arthritis
  • Radiculopathy
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Rib Fracture
  • Rotator Cuff Tear
  • Runner's Knee
  • Sacrum Disorders
  • Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
  • Scoliosis
  • Shoulder Disorders
  • Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
  • Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Spine Deformities
  • Spine Disorders
  • Spondylitis
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
  • Systemic Chondromalacia
  • Systemic Sclerosis
  • Tibia and Fibula Fractures
  • Torticollis
  • Trigger Finger
  • Wrist Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Release
  • Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
  • Elbow Replacement Revision
  • Elbow Tenotomy
  • Excision of Femur or Knee
  • Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
  • Excision of Tibia or Fibula
  • Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
  • Fracture Care
  • Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
  • Hip Dislocation
  • Hip Replacement
  • Hip Replacement Revision
  • Joint Drainage
  • Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
  • Knee Arthroscopy
  • Knee Replacement
  • Knee Replacement Revision
  • Knee Surgery
  • Meniscus Surgery
  • Musculoskeletal Function Test
  • Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
  • Neuroplasty
  • Partial Hip Replacement
  • Peripheral Nerve Block
  • Rotator Cuff Surgery
  • Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
  • Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
  • Shoulder Fracture Treatment
  • Steroid Injection
  • Synovial Biopsy
  • Total Hip Replacement
  • Trigger Finger Release
  • Trigger Point Injection
  • Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

Dr. Balikian's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Balikian

4.3

Based on 43 ratings

5 Star
79%
79%
4 Star
5%
5%
3 Star
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0%
2 Star
2%
2%
1 Star
14%
14%
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What could be improved
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The Best
Dr. Balikian has now done two surgeries for me, a full knee replacement and now a total hip replacement. After the knee replacement I began to hike in San Diego north county inland. So this surgery was very successful. Well my hip went out and I lost my hiking until the total hip replacement, I'm back now thanks to the 2nd successful replacement. I highly recommend Dr Balikian.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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hgould – Sep 13, 2023
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Very happy with results
Great result and he is a good communicator (explains everything well - there were no surprises).
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 09, 2023
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Great Doctor
Dr B is an excellent doctor who is easy to talk to and listens when you need to ask more detailed questions. He will recommend surgery but not push it. Although no amount of information could have truly explained the tough road of knee replacement surgery, he explained things and never seemed impatient.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Marcie Yellin – Jan 13, 2023
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Dr. Balikian is great, everything went just as he said it would. He has been prompt in any responses or questions I may call in. I wish my recovery was going faster, but that is just me, I had to be reminded that it has only been 6 weeks.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Leslie Martin – Nov 09, 2022
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Patient
Dr. Balikian is a wonderful doctor and surgeon. He has made my life much better from performing total hip replacement surgery. He has always been honest and truthful with me and always has had my needs in his best interest.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 28, 2022
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Dr. Balikian did a fantastic knee replacement. I am now walking, climbing stairs with no pain after only 5 weeks.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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robert shepherd – Apr 27, 2022
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Excellent Surgeon
Dr. Balikian is an excellent surgeon. He also has a great bedside manner, and made me feel safe and confident that my surgery would go well.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 23, 2022
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Wonderful!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 21, 2021
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Absolutely He is kind and caring !!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 03, 2021
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Professional. Competent. Kind. Awesome office staff. I just had my second total knee replacement with Dr. Balikian. He was referred to me, and I am very pleased with his care.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 09, 2021
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All went well. I liked the updated look of the operating room compared to my first knee operation. I was impressed with the staff and their treatment of me in the operating room too.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Christine Swanson – Jul 20, 2021
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Absolutely. Great bedside manner. Positive, upbeat and a great communicator. Answers all the questions and concerns. Fantastic doctor.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Gary Seiler – Apr 01, 2021
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All my visits were fine, had to keep requesting care from the insurance company which delayed my surgery for over a year! Finally got approved for surgery, which is my very first surgery and over night stay in a hospital. Everyone took very good care of me. I'm recovering nicely and very happy! I have a bionic knee!!! LOL Thanks Dr. Balkian!!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Kathy – Oct 17, 2020
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Top-notch surgeon and great guy. He's been my orthopedist for 10 years. I have bad knees and he's on top of making sure I receive best care available. Dr. Balikian always has a path to the correct answer. He's easy to speak with and, more importantly, he listens to his patients. Best orthopedist around. Couldn't be happier.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mike Canada – Sep 02, 2020
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Fantastic with pain free experience while in the hospital.....looking forward to using my new knee
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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LFS – Jun 16, 2020
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Dr. Balikian is a great surgeon. I like the fact that he is a great listener and cares for his patients. I have had a couple of surgeries with him and have no regrets. I did my part after the surgery and all is well. My grandson needs surgery he broke his wrist. I am inquiring if he does pediatric ortho. That is how much I like him.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Duvina in Poway, CA – Sep 12, 2017
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My husband almost lost his leg due to bad care and nonsterile techniques used in Dr Balikian's office after Achilles surgery. He got a terrible infection that required debrieding every couple of days. I watched his nurse open a drawer with gloved hand then hand dr gauze that went in to his wound. We insisted he be sent to the wound care center. They sent him to infectious disease. Those two places saved his leg. Balikian would have just kept cutting as the infection ran wild !
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Lucky pt in San Diego, CA – Nov 22, 2016
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I was referred to Dr Balikian a month ago flat on my back from a pinched siatic nerve in my back. He and his nurses got me the tests I needed and kept on top of my care for me when it was very much appreciated to be cared for. Here I am one month later where I never expected back to normal. I thought at the time I was done for with the pain. They managed that part of things for me to reduce inflammation and help me heal. From a person whose never been in pain I am very grateful. I
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Hayley Higgins in Carlsbad, ca – Mar 20, 2016
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He is phenomenal- amazing skill and wonderful bedside manner.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Poway, CA – Feb 12, 2016
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Biography

Dr. Philip Balikian is a board certified Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in sports medicine, adult reconstructive surgery, hand and upper extremity. He...Read more

Specialties

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Sports Medicine
  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

Board Certifications

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American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery

New England Baptist Hospital

Fellowship Hospital

University of Massachusetts Medical Center

Internship Hospital

UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS / WORCESTER CAMPUS

Medical School, 1994

  • English
  • Armenian
  • Italian

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    What is Dr. Philip Balikian, MD's office address?

    Dr. Balikian's office is located at 15611 Pomerado Rd # 1, Poway, CA 92064. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

    What languages does Dr. Philip Balikian, MD speak?

    Dr. Philip Balikian, MD is fluent in 3 languages: English, Armenian, and Italian.

    Affiliated Hospitals

    Dr. Balikian is affiliated with the following hospitals. Select a hospital below to learn more.

    Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.

    Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido

    Escondido, CA

    18 Awards Received

    Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Palomar Medical Center Escondido

    Escondido, CA

    71% Patients that would definitely recommend, 1% higher than the national average

    20 Awards Received

    Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Palomar Medical Center Poway

    Poway, CA

    66% Patients that would definitely recommend, 4% lower than the national average

    1 Award Received