Luke H. Balsamo, MD, FAAOS
Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon

Dr. Balsamo’s practice specializes in oncology and joint reconstruction. His musculoskeletal oncology training allows him to care for patients with metastatic disease to bone as well as bone and soft tissue sarcomas. He treats children and adults with neoplastic conditions. He works closely with medical and radiation oncologist to provide the highest level of care to his patients.

His experience with complex oncology reconstructions gives him a unique insight into adult reconstruction. He specializes in both primary hip and knee replacements as well as complex revisions.

Originally from Cape Girardeau, Missouri, Luke Balsamo obtained both his undergraduate degree in Biochemistry and medical degree from the University of Rochester. Following medical school, he completed a surgery internship at Portsmouth Naval Hospital. He then served two years as the medical officer aboard the USS NASHVILLE before completing his orthopaedic residency at Portsmouth Naval Hospital. Following this, he completed a fellowship in Musculoskeletal Oncology at the University of Miami.

Since returning from his fellowship, Dr. Balsamo has served in multiple capacities at the naval hospital, including residency program director and division chief. As one of three orthopaedic oncologists in the Navy, he has been consulted on and treated patients from around the world. In addition to his medical officer tour, he has deployed to Germany, Spain, Vietnam, Cuba and Afghanistan. He is board certified in orthopaedic surgery and is an assistant professor of surgery at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. He has taken an active role in local, state and national orthopaedic societies. In addition he is the author of multiple book chapters and journal articles and has presented research at multiple meetings. Dr. Balsamo retired from the Navy after 21 years of active service.

Dr. Balsamo and his wife, Thao live in Virginia Beach. Outside of work, he enjoys cycling, fishing and golf.

• Surgery Internship, Portsmouth Naval Hospital, Portsmouth, VA
• Musculoskeletal Oncology Fellowship, University of Miami, Miami, FL
• Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, Portsmouth Naval Hospital, Portsmouth, VA
• M.D., University of Rochester, Rochester, NY
• Bachelor of Science (Biochemistry), University of Rochester, Rochester, NY

• American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS)
• Musculoskeletal Tumor Society
• Society of Orthopaedic Military Surgeons (SOMOS)
• Virginia Orthopaedic Society (VOS)

• Sentara Leigh Medical Center