Stephen Dale Balka, FNP

Family Medicine, Primary Care

Languages Spoken:

English

Gender:

Male

4.9
Based on 243 ratings
Stephen Dale Balka, FNP

About Stephen Dale Balka, FNP

Stephen earned an Associate of Applied Science in registered nursing from ECPI University, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Western Governors University and a Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Cincinnati. He is board-certified as a family nurse practitioner by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board.

Stephen enjoys working in partnership with patients across the lifespan, meeting their health care needs so that they can achieve the highest quality of life. With special interests in men’s health and sports medicine, he emphasizes preventative care and attentively addresses pressing, same-day needs.

Stephen grew up in Indiana, where he played college basketball before serving in the U.S. Navy. Upon retirement, he happily settled in Hampton Roads with his wife, Amy, a Riverside physician, and their two daughters. Stephen enjoys fishing, running, reading, hiking and sports.

Board Certifications

American Academy of Nurse Practitioners - Family Nurse Practitioner

Locations

Riverside Elizabeth Lakes Family Practice

191 Fox Hill Road, Hampton, VA 23669

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Ratings & Reviews

Riverside Health is committed to exceptional quality, safety and service. All ratings and comments are obtained from patient survey data collected and verified by Press Ganey, an independent organization focused on improving patient experience. Star ratings are displayed for those physicians who participate in Riverside’s patient experience survey program through Press Ganey and have received a minimum of 30 surveys responses.

Overall Satisfaction
4.9
Based on 243 ratings
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December 25, 2025
I had been so sick and w/ lack of Sleep for 3 days.. He prescribed the Meds that worked perfectly. I am soMuch better as I was miserable before. Thank you SO MUCH for rescuing me as I feel like a normal and happy person again. MerryChristmas!
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December 20, 2025
The best!
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December 20, 2025
NP Balka is an exceptional NP. His professional is above reproach. His approach to his patients is outstanding. I would recommend him to all my acquaintances without hesitation.
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December 13, 2025
Excellent and professional
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December 11, 2025
I would highly recommend him. He's very thorough and to make sure what was wrong with me. He sent me to have an x-ray.
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December 10, 2025
I am very confident that NP Balka Is providing me with top-notch medical care.
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December 04, 2025
Excellent bedside manner
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December 02, 2025
I do recommend Dr. Steve To My friend's and family. He listens to me and understands the issues that I'm having to deal with. Beyond Reproach.
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November 25, 2025
I have never had any issues with my provider
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November 14, 2025
He was so kind
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November 14, 2025
He took time to hear everything I had to say and also what my daughter said.
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November 06, 2025
Provider reviewed my chart and suggested other treatments and medication that may solve my problems
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November 06, 2025
He was very concerned about my problem.
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November 01, 2025
Everything about the visit was excellent!
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October 28, 2025
Mr. Balka is wonderful. He really listens to you and makes very informed diagnosis of my problems
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October 24, 2025
Stephen is literally the best physician you could ask for. He's always compassionate and caring and addresses any needs.
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October 23, 2025
He's the best has been and pleasant every visit
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October 19, 2025
He's really great and listened to me. I appreciated him a lot and it was one of the most compassionate visits I've had with a medical professional.
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October 13, 2025
Always takes the time to listen.
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October 08, 2025
Stephen Balka is excellent. I always feel like he listens and cares and I have confidence in him
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