About Christopher Ballard, MD

Dr. Ballard is a board-certified dermatologist. He attended the University of Miami and in 2002 graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. He was honored to be a member of Phi Beta Kappa, our nation’s most prestigious honor society. After being accepted into the seven-year advanced Medical Scholars program, Dr. Ballard graduated from the University Of Miami School Of Medicine in 2007. During his final year, he was elected to the distinguished Alpha Omega Alpha National Medical Honor Society. In between his medical studies, he did a year of research where he wrote numerous publications and developed a love for dermatology. Dr. Ballard completed his internship and dermatology residency at the University of Miami/ Jackson Memorial Hospital in 2011. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and a Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology. Prior to joining Suncoast Skin Solutions in April of 2017, Dr. Ballard worked for 5 ½ years with the Diagnostic Clinic in Clearwater and Largo, FL. Dr. Ballard’s practice mostly focuses on skin cancer, skin cancer screenings, and general dermatology. When he is not in the office, Dr. Ballard enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, running, going to the gym, watching movies, and enjoying the beautiful sunsets of Tampa Bay.