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Dr. Virginia Balderston, MD

Dr. Virginia Balderston, MD

Pulmonary Disease*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Virginia Balderston, MD is a pulmonologist in Gibsonia, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH / MAIN CAMPUS in 1989. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as AHN Wexford Hospital and UPMC Passavant-McCandless. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

5318 Ranalli Dr Gibsonia, PA 15044
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(724) 449-9355

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Balderston is affiliated with AHN Wexford Hospital Wexford, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Balderston specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Balderston's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Balderston

4.4
22 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
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5%
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
14%
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I have been a patient of Dr. Balderston for decades but over the past 5 years she has become the one doctor that nobody should put their trust in. She is all about collecting your money but doesn't want to do any work. She doesn't care about helping her patients, just collecting money. I gave her one last chance today where I had to pay out of pocket for the whole appointment because she is now out of network for me and my wife. I had explained to her staff when making the appointment that I had an allergic reaction to a medication and needed paperwork filled out to not lose my license. They said ok, don't forget the paperwork. Instead of looking through ANY of the paperwork or scans that were run or my history, she immediately said she was not going to help. Very NORMAL for her. IDK how she became THIS when she used to be so good and caring but that time is GONE!! My recommendation is to pick a random doctor who isn't her, cause they might help but you can be guaranteed she will not!!
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
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Mar 01, 2023
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Dr Balderston is an excellent doctor. She takes time to listen--a lot of time that had been unusual with my previous doctors. She takes time to listen to what you are up to in your life. Might be to determine your social and activity level, but her method works to make you feel like someone who she wants to hear about and help in whatever way she can. She's the best!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Catherine A Bowser – Mar 31, 2021
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Dr. Balderston has been my PCP since 1999. She has given me excellent care at all times. She is a compassionate, thoughtful physician who takes her time and listens carefully. She is a very thorough diagnostician who works diligently to gather pertinent information. I find her both personable and professional at all times. I have complete confidence. In her care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Pam in Gibsonia, PA – Jan 16, 2020
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Haven’t got the chance to meet the doctor but her staff in making the appointment wasn’t helpful at all. They cancelled the appointment and made me inactive and when I ask to help after getting in the office with a different appointment, the lady refused to help and was rude.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Sep 20, 2019
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Dr Balderson is the most detailed PCP we have ever had. Very personal, listens to everything, takes the time necessary to evaluate your condition correctly. We have many friends that feel the same about her. Her staff and even other Dr’s compliment her. Thank goodness for Dr Balderson
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 16, 2019
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I followed up with her after being diagnosed with a blood clot in my leg. At the time, I was also experiencing pain in my pelvic area over the last several months. Upon hearing of my symptoms, she ordered me to get an ultrasound of my leg and my pelvic area. I'm thankful that my doctor was proactive because the ultrasound revealed a cancerous mass on my ovary. I was diagnosed with stage 1C grade 1 ovarian cancer. I am lucky it was caught early, and I have Dr. Balderston to thank for this!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
Helpful
Michelle in Etna, PA – Sep 30, 2018
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I have been going to Health quest for years. I would highly recommend them!! Dr. Balderston literally saved my life!! I was there for a routine physical and she found a spot on me that ended up being malignant melanoma!!! She's a great listener and is the best Dr I have ever had!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
Helpful
Lori Hadden in Gibsonia Pa – Dec 26, 2017
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The doctor is wonderful, but those handling calls for appointments need some serious customer service training. I am always made to feel like they are doing me a favor by scheduling an appointment.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
13 others found this helpful
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Nick3377 in Allison Park, PA – Jan 11, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Virginia Balderston, MD is a pulmonologist in Gibsonia, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH / MAIN CAMPUS in 1989. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as AHN Wexford...read more

  • Pulmonary Disease

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  • University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Pittsburgh / Main Campus

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Healthquest Medical Associates5318 Ranalli Dr Gibsonia, PA 15044
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • AHN Wexford Hospital

    12351 Perry Hwy
    Wexford, PA 15090
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    21% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • UPMC St. Margaret

    815 Freeport Rd
    Pittsburgh, PA 15215
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • UPMC Passavant-McCandless

    9100 Babcock Blvd
    Pittsburgh, PA 15237
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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