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Dr. Walter Balfour, OD
Optometry*
Age 73
2.2 (16 Ratings)
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Dr. Walter Balfour, OD
Gallup, NM
Accepting new patients
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Dr. Walter Balfour, OD works in Gallup, NM as
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Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.
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Office219 W Coal Ave, Gallup, NM 87301
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Jan 12, 2023
I had my 15 year old daughter's eye exam. She always nervous, but I told her don't be scared, He's a very kind man. Being an eye doctor in Gallup, there are many challenges, but I'm glad he has been able to serve his customers as long as he has. I have been seeing him since I was in high school. Though I keep leaving in my lifetime, I always go back to him. Thank you!
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Dr. Balfour's office is located at 219 W Coal Ave Gallup, NM 87301.
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