ORTHOPAEDIC NEWS
Need a new hip? Someday you may grow your own.
'Fix-me itis' fueling boom in joint surgeries
Risk Assessment Tool for Osteoarthritis
Wall Street Journal: Pushing Limits of New Knees
New York Times: Getting a New Knee or Hip? Do It Right the First Time
TESTIMONIALS
Dr. Bal's Patients Tell Their Stories-
"I am very satisfied with the outcome of my surgery and the improved quality of life I am now enjoying..."
Shamsy Kazemi-Bardool, Iran -
"I am looking forward to being able to boat and golf this summer, without having to endure the pain and limitations of prior years..."
Greg Voreis, Mo. -
"Just 9 ½ weeks following my surgery knee replacements, I traveled to Hawaii and went scuba diving..."
David Booker, Mo. -
"Dr. Bal did great a job explaining the procedure through conversation and with his hip surgery book. He changed my life..."
Dennis Disselhoff, Mo. -
"It is so important to have a physician who you trust, and who will listen to you. That’s critical. I have never seen a doctor who cares so much for each and every patient..."
Faye Bleigh, Mo. -
"I am glad to have come to Dr. Bal; his office staff was great to work with; the hospital experience was very good, and the outcome of surgery was all I had hoped for..."
Craig Jacobson, Ne. -
"I feel so free now. Last weekend I rode my bike to Cooper's Landing and enjoyed a great meal as I watched the Missouri River roll by and listened to the bluegrass music..."
Marilyn McCreary, Mo. -
"The staff at Capitol Region were very gracious, attentive and thorough. I would go back there anytime. They made sure I was comfortable..."
Bob Smith, Mo. -
"It has been a real pleasure to meet and get to know Dr. Bal. He is caring, thorough in his explanations, and a great friend...."
Richard Wallace, Mo.
CONTACT
We're pleased to offer a great deal of information on our website. However, no one can anticipate all of your questions and concerns. While answers to individual medical questions sometimes cannot be answered without an appointment, we are eager to hear from both current and prospective patients.
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The main toll-free phone number to the MOI is (877) 882-2574.
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The phone number for appointments is (573) 882-BONE (2663).
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Our direct office phone number is (573) 882-6762. Please feel free to call this number if you have any difficulty with the appointment line.
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After hours, call the University Hospital operator at (573) 882-4141.
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Our fax line is (573) 882-8200.
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Our physician referral line is (800) 877-7197 (in Columbia, 882-7197).
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Clinic appointments for worker's compensation patients should be directed to (573) 884-1593.