Tarah J. Ballinger, MD
Hematology - Oncology
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Biography
Dr. Tarah Ballinger's practice philosophy is to empower her patients to engage in a shared decision-making process with honest discussions at each step of treatment. She feels it is important to individualize care and to focus on the impact of cancer care on a patient as a whole person. Her clinical interests include high-risk and survivor breast oncology, particularly the role of physical activity and exercise. Aside from medicine, Dr. Ballinger enjoys spending time with her family and friends, running and cycling.
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Specialties & Details
Specialties:
Hematology - Oncology
Conditions & Treatments:
Breast Oncology, Breast Cancer Risk Assessment, Survivorship
Education
School of Medicine:
Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
Internship:
Vanderbilt University
Residency:
Vanderbilt University
Fellowship:
Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
Hospitals & Affiliations
Hospital Privileges:
IU Health Methodist/IU Health University, IU Health North, IU Health West
Physician Group:
IU Health Physicians
Research
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