PORTLAND, Ore. - eTradeWire -- ROC is pleased to announce that James Ballard, M.D., has been named a Portland Monthly Top Doctor for 2027 in Orthopedics. Also recognized in 2026, Dr. Ballard's continued recognition by his peers reflects his expertise in hip and knee replacement and commitment to helping patients improve mobility and return to the activities that matter most.

Dr. Ballard is nationally recognized for his work in outpatient hip and knee replacement and serves as an international educator, training orthopedic surgeons around the world in advanced joint replacement techniques. He was the first surgeon in the Pacific Northwest to perform an outpatient total joint replacement, helping expand opportunities for patients to recover at home following surgery.

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His practice combines that experience with a personalized approach to treatment. Through careful evaluation and clear explanations, Dr. Ballard helps patients understand their condition, explore their options, and make informed decisions about their care. For patients who need joint replacement, he offers advanced surgical techniques, including robotic-assisted knee replacement, to support precise planning and implant positioning.

"Helping patients understand their options is an important part of helping them feel confident in their care," said Dr. Ballard. "Every patient brings different goals, concerns, and expectations to that conversation. At ROC, we work together to build a treatment plan around those needs and support patients throughout their recovery. I'm honored to be recognized again by my peers for work that means so much to me."

Dr. Ballard's approach reflects ROC's broader commitment to comprehensive orthopedic care. The independent, physician-led practice brings together surgical and non-operative expertise, along with physical therapy, to develop individualized treatment plans and support patients from diagnosis through recovery.

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Portland Monthly's annual Top Doctors list recognizes physicians and healthcare providers throughout the Portland area who are nominated and selected by their peers.

To learn more about Dr. Ballard or to schedule an appointment, please click here. (https://rocpdx.com/team/james-ballard-md/)

About ROC

With orthopedic and physical therapy locations in Clackamas and Washington counties in Oregon, ROC is an independent practice led by board-certified orthopedic surgeons. The multidisciplinary care team is dedicated to diagnosing and treating the widest range of orthopedic cases with care and expertise, providing surgical and non-operative orthopedic care to help patients return to an active lifestyle. To learn more, visit www.rocpdx.com.