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Martin J. Balish, M.D.

Ophthalmologist

Board Certified, American Board of Ophthalmology

Martin J. Balish, M.D.
Recognition Awards & Honors Dr. Martin Balish was named one of Portland’s Top Doctors in 2022 by Portland Monthly Magazine.
About Dr. Balish

Meet Dr. Balish

“My practice philosophy is to provide each patient with personalized treatment, utilizing the most advanced vision correction technology in a safe and reliable manner. Eye care goes beyond vision – it’s about the quality of my patient’s lives.”

Dr. Martin Balish began to practice with Oregon Eye Specialists in 1998 and now will join Eye Health Northwest in 2022. He has particular expertise in cataract surgery utilizing premium astigmatism correcting and presbyopia-correcting IOL’s to reduce patients’ need for glasses for both distance and near vision. He has more than 20 years of experience in laser refractive surgery and LASIK. His practice includes treating patients with dry eye conditions, glaucoma, and macular degeneration.

Dr. Balish has worked with the Oregon Lion’s Sight and Hearing Foundation, donating his time and skill to provide free cataract surgery to many uninsured patients in the Portland area.

Education & Training

Background & Training

Dr. Balish graduated from the University of Wisconsin Medical School and completed his ophthalmology residency at Casey Eye Institute, Oregon Health & Science University. He is board-certified in ophthalmology, is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and is a member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.

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Testimonials

What Our Patients are Saying

"Amazing service, great staff that pay attention to every detail. They really make you feel like you’re in good hands and are provided the best possible care."
Google review
July 2026
"My first visit was extremely positive. The staff from the reception through to clinicians was excellent."
Google review
July 2026
"Warm, friendly, knowledgeable and positive about possible solutions to eye issues. Awesome experience!!"
rater8 review
July 2026
"The whole team was present, patient, kind, and explained everything they were doing so I understood. A model for how health care experiences should be."
Google review
July 2026
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