Hieu Ball

Dr Ball is one of the most caring and understanding Doctors I've known. He supports what is right and will fight for his patients. He truly cares and I found out is well respected by his colleagues and other patients as well. He is an incredible doctor and human being. After 6 years of battling for approval for surgery with Workman's Comp, he remains pro-active and supportive. I relocated to Southern California and continue to see Dr Ball.

3 great surgeries! And if I need a 4th, I'm going right back to Dr. Hieu Ball and his terrific staff! I had serious spine injuries and they took very good care of me. I had a double fusion in my lower back at L4, 5 six years ago and it's doing great. I had a total disc replacement in my neck at C6, 7 six years ago and it was still doing great, but recently, 3 months ago in September, I had to convert to a double fusion in my neck due to a level above collapsing on top of the disc replacement, and it is doing great too! I appreciate Dr. Ball and his staff so much for being there for me, and when I say being there, that includes all the appointments, follow up care, phone calls, etc. I have always been able to talk to someone when I needed to because they answer their phone and respond to their emails. This is where you want to go if you need help from people that do what they say they are going to do, and they do it well. This team has integrity, and this review was long overdue, my recent experience reminded me of how great they are, so thank you Dr. Ball and staff, you're the best, and you are very much appreciated!!! 3 great surgeries! And if I need a 4th, I'm going right back to Dr. Hieu Ball and his terrific staff! I had serious spine injuries and they took very good care of me. I had a double fusion in my lower back at L4, 5 six years ago and it's … More

After 3 back surgery and 30 years of fighting pain. Dr ball and team. Was able to get rid of 99% of my pain. It took years of chiropractic and theropod and year of medical. But after I find Dr Ball ,every thing got fix correctly. Not a 5 star but a 10 star

I am a 69 year old who was referred to Dr. Ball by my own family doctor (Who is himself a patient of Dr. Ball's). I can unreservedly recommend Dr. Ball for any spine-related issues. I had back surgery two years ago for Lumbar Radiculopathy. Dr. Ball performed Lumbar Laminectomy Surgery for Spinal Stenosis and I couldn't be happier with the final result. I won't kid you, this was not an easy surgery to go through but I was determined to do my part to reclaim as much of my prior mobility as possible. Following Dr. Ball's advice, I progressively returned to exercising and with the occasional assistance of physical therapy, I am now enjoying normal activities with relatively little to no residual pain or medication. My advice to anyone contemplating back surgery is to understand your options, ask lots of questions and do your part in order to achieve the best result. Managing expectations is an important element of your recovery. If you're just looking for someone to "fix you" without any effort on your part, you may be disappointed with the outcome. Do your part after placing yourself in the very capable hands of Dr. Ball and I expect you'll be very happy with how it turns out. I am a 69 year old who was referred to Dr. Ball by my own family doctor (Who is himself a patient of Dr. Ball's). I can unreservedly recommend Dr. Ball for any spine-related issues. I had back surgery two years ago for Lumbar Radiculopathy. … More

Prior to seeing Dr. Ball, I had gone to 8 different orthopedic surgeons in the bay area. I was suffering from a badly compressed and herniated disc and was in constant pain. I felt extremely comfortable with Dr. Ball because he teaches disc replacement surgery and he listened to all my concerns. The surgery was a success and I now have my life back. Thank you Dr. Ball. Prior to seeing Dr. Ball, I had gone to 8 different orthopedic surgeons in the bay area. I was suffering from a badly compressed and herniated disc and was in constant pain. I felt extremely comfortable with Dr. Ball because he teaches disc … More

I would recommend Dr. Ball to anyone suffering from back pain. After 20+ years of having different levels of back pain, I went to see Dr. Ball. After an MRI showed that I needed surgery, needless to say I was frightened but decided just could not suffer anymore and moved forward with the surgery which was a 2 level lateral fusion. It has been two years and I am completely pain free!! I still can't believe it. Dr. Ball walked me through every step of the surgery and what to expect. He has wonderful bedside manner, he is patient and is a very kind man. His staff at his office are also wonderful and very responsive. Dr. Ball operates at San Ramon Regional Medical Center which is an amazing small hospital. My nurses and staff were amazing. I would recommend Dr. Ball to anyone suffering from back pain. After 20+ years of having different levels of back pain, I went to see Dr. Ball. After an MRI showed that I needed surgery, needless to say I was frightened but decided just … More

I was a career Oakland Firefighter for 31 years. I suffered a major back and neck injury during my career due to getting hit on the head to many times to count from debris and a fall from a roof at a structure fire. Dr Ball replaced two disc’s in my my neck, I am now pain FREE in my neck. Dr Ball has treated my back issues with the utmost of compassion and care with injections and nerve Oblations. Now waiting for back surgery, I personally would not consider any other Orthopedic Surgeon doing work on my spine. Dr Ball has also been instrumental in navigating the worker’s compensation board which is a headache all by itself. ( to my FD - PD peeps) you know what I’m talking about! I have referred a couple of friends to Dr Ball with similar great outcomes. Dr Ball is simply the best Doctor when it comes to spine issues. I’m a big fan! I was a career Oakland Firefighter for 31 years. I suffered a major back and neck injury during my career due to getting hit on the head to many times to count from debris and a fall from a roof at a structure fire. Dr Ball replaced two … More

I was diagnosed with a severe cervical spinal stenosis that was causing progressive weakness in my arm. A close family friend who is an experienced doctor highly recommended that I go see Dr. Ball. Dr. Ball gave me a thorough examination and carefully reviewed all of my x-rays and imaging studies in great detail. He took the time to explain my condition to me in terms that I could understand. He was exceptionally knowledgeable and kind. I am very grateful to Dr. Ball for helping me to navigate through a really difficult problem. I was fortunate to get recommended to Dr. Ball, and I hope this review will help others get the same great care that I did.

Prior to seeing Dr. Ball, I had gone to 8 different orthopedic surgeons in the bay area. I was suffering from a badly compressed and herniated disc and was in constant pain. I felt extremely comfortable with Dr. Ball because he teaches disc replacement surgery and he listened to all my concerns. The surgery was a success and I now have my life back. Thank you Dr. Ball.

I had two neck surgeries/ fusions from injuries at work. Very good Doctor and his bedside manner is great. I don’t know why the other person said he was bad. His staff is very friendly. Highly recommended from nursing staff and x-ray departments. They don’t work for him, so to get that representation says something!

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Dr Hieu Ball is one of the most kindest caring doctors I have ever encountered. He is extremely personable, listens to patients' concerns and does what's needed to help you get better. After seeing numerous spine surgeons, he actually gave me a second chance at life...by performing a successful cervical spine surgery. His NP , Monika is also pretty special too, along with his receptionist and med assist staff. I rate his caring team as being exceptional! Dr Hieu Ball is one of the most kindest caring doctors I have ever encountered. He is extremely personable, listens to patients' concerns and does what's needed to help you get better. After seeing numerous spine surgeons, he actually gave … More

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I left his office in tears today. He is rude, doesn't explain anything. I asked him spefically to go over al findings on. MRI, he wanted nothing to do with that. He has horrible bed side manner, and I absolutely got no resolution at my appointment today.

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Had 2 cervical fusions 2005 and 2008. Dr Ball is amazing. He is kind, sweet, thoughtful and he communicates perfectly we all understand. Great bed side manner. He cares about you the patient and your familes well being. Surgery is always scary, Your In good hands with Dr Ball.

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Dr Ball has been patient with workers comp and has successfully performed Discetomy with fusion, after almost 3 years of waiting for an approval. Very one I came in contact at San Ramon Regional hospital had nothing but kind words as far as Dr Ball is concerned.

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