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  • Office

    1200 S Farmerville St
    Ruston, LA 71270
    Phone+1 318-255-3690

Summary

  • Dr. Richard Ballard, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Ruston, Louisiana. He is currently licensed to practice medicine in Louisiana. He is affiliated with Northern Louisiana Medical Center.

Education & Training

  • University of Mississippi Medical Center
    University of Mississippi Medical CenterResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1982 - 1987
  • LSU School of Medicine in Shreveport
    LSU School of Medicine in ShreveportClass of 1982

Certifications & Licensure

  • LA State Medical License
    LA State Medical License 1982 - 2025

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification Intergy EHR, Greenway Health, LLC, 2012

Publications & Presentations

PubMed