Dr. Carl Balog

Dr. Carl Balog is a board-certified specialist in anesthesiology and pain management with a detailed, empathetic approach to patient care.

Book a consult

He invests time and attention with every patient to discuss each of their treatment options and select the right solution for them. Dr. Balog completed his residency in Anesthesiology at UCSF, and another residency in Internal Medicine at Yale University. He became triple-board certified in 2014, and since, has leveraged his diverse medical training to ensure all aspects of a patient’s health are addressed to eliminate their pain and restore their maximum function.

Beyond his clinical work, Dr. Balog has contributed to the field through his role as Medical Director at Providence, his service on the ASIPP Pain Physician editorial board, and his leadership in guideline development. His professional contributions underscore his dedication to advancing the standard of care in pain management.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Balog is a passionate learner and adventurer. He enjoys exploring culinary history, playing piano, and dragon boat racing. He dreams of one day restoring a historic chateau, reflecting his appreciation for timeless architecture and design.

Schedule Your Consult
Credentials

Professional Background

Doctor of Medicine Semmelweis Medical University Budapest, Hungary
Yale School of Medicine
Residency in Anesthesiology, UCSF
American Board of Interventional Pain Physicians (ABIPP)

– Residency in Anesthesiology, UCSF, 1995
– Residency in Internal Medicine, Greenwich Hospital at Yale Univ. 1992
– American Board of Anesthesiology (ABMS), 1998
– Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice (WIP), 2013
– American Board of Pain Medicine (ABPM), 2013 – 2023
– American Board of Addiction Medicine (ABMS), 2014 – 2024
– American Board of Interventional Pain Physicians (ABIPP), 2014 – 2024