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Dr. Cristina Balsera, MD

Dr. Cristina Balsera, MD

Nephrology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Cristina Balsera, MD is a nephrologist in Brandon, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Miami in 1995. She is affiliated with HCA Florida Brandon Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (15 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Balsera's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Balsera

4.5

15 ratings, 13 with a written review
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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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Jacquelyn D. Tyson – Feb 13, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Mar 22, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Aug 23, 2019
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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
Helpful
Art Dowd – Jun 27, 2019
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Tampa – Apr 29, 2019
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Doug Mc Crary in Brandon, Fl – Jun 15, 2018
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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
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
J Weinberger in Tampa, FL – Feb 08, 2017
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rick P. in Brandon, FL – Aug 29, 2016
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Miami, FL – Jul 13, 2016
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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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nick L. in Lithia, FL – Jun 28, 2016
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tom Cahill in Dover, FL – Jun 08, 2016
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jerry Ingram in Valrico, FL – May 03, 2016
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Melanie S. in Brandon, FL – Apr 14, 2016
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care philosophy

At Florida Kidney Physicians, our mission is to improve the lives of people with kidney disease and hypertension by providing the highest quality care through compassion, empowerment and innovation.  Our board-certified nephrologists and well-trained...read more

biography

Dr. Cristina Balsera has been at her established private practice serving Tampa Bay since 2000. Earlier in her career, she was a board-certified internist. She was also a transplant nephrologist with the former Lifelink Transplant Institute in...read more
  • Nephrology

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  • University Of South Florida - Tampa General Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of South Florida - Tampa General Hospital

    Residency Hospital
  • Jackson Memorial Hospital

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of Miami

    Medical School, 1995
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida Brandon Hospital

    119 Oakfield Dr
    Brandon, FL 33511
    Recipient of 27
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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