

Hematology
Tarah Ballinger, MD
Associate Professor of Medicine; Vera Bradley Foundation Scholar in Breast Cancer Research
Tarah J. Ballinger, MD, is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Indiana University School of Medicine and the Vera Bradley Foundation Scholar in Breast Cancer Research. She specializes in breast oncology and breast cancer prevention through her clinical practice at the IU Simon Cancer Center and the Catherine Peachey Prevention Program. Dr. Ballinger treats patients with breast cancer, focusing on high-risk cases, survivorship, and breast cancer risk assessment. Her approach emphasizes shared d
14+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Hematology & Oncology (ABIM)
Education & Training
- Indiana University School of Medicine — Fellowship, Oncology (2017)
- Vanderbilt University — Residency, Internal Medicine (2015)
- Indiana University School of Medicine — M.D. (2012)
- University of Notre Dame — B.S. in Biochemistry and Philosophy (2006)
Peer Recognition
- Conquer Cancer Foundation of the American Society of Clinical Oncology — Career Development Award
2013
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- IU Health Methodist/University Hospital
- IU Health North Hospital
- IU Health West Hospital
- Indiana University Health
Languages
English
Experience
14+ years in practice