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

Doctor of Medicine
Semmelweis Medical University
Budapest, Hungary

Yale School of Medicine

Residency in Anesthesiology, UCSF

American Board of Interventional Pain Physicians (ABIPP)
Training & Board Certifications
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
Areas of specialty & focus
Interventional Pain Management
Regenerative Therapies PRP, A2M, BMAC
SI Join Fusion, Kyphoplasty & Intracept™ procedures
Diagnostic & Ablative Procedures
Compass Pain and Wellness - Portland
1410 SW Jefferson st.
Portland, OR 97201
Phone: (503) 946-9704
Fax: (888) 894-1774
Email: pdx@compasspainandwellness.com