Dr. John R. Barker, MD, Orthopedist
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Dr. John R. Barker, MD

Orthopedist

5/5(8)
10103 Ridgegate Parkway, suite 306 Lone Tree CO, 80124
Rating

5/5

About

Dr. Barker is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who lends his skills and expertise to serve patients at Rocky Mountain Spine Clinic in Lone Tree, Colorado. He and his colleagues at Rocky Mountain Spine Clinic provide treatment of all spine conditions, including congenital deformities, degenerative diseases, as well as spinal tumors and spine trauma (both adult and pediatric). They are well-respected physicians, not only in the medical community in the region, but across the country and internationally as well. They are highly trained, having come from some of the best medical schools in the United States.

Education and Training

University of Oklahoma College of Medicine Medical Degree 1995

Univ of South Fl Coll of Med, Tampa Fl 1997

Board Certification

Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS

Provider Details

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Dr. John R. Barker, MD
Dr. John R. Barker, MD's Expert Contributions
  • John R. Barker, MD

    Dr. John R. Barker treats patients at Rocky Mountain Spine Clinic, PC, in Lone Tree, Aurora, Lakewood, and Englewood, CO. He has been in practice for more than 21 years. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Barker has extensive knowledge in the care and treatment of all spine conditions. Orthopaedic...

Areas of expertise and specialization

Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • In Past- Fellowship Director at Rocky Mountain Spine Clinic -

Treatments

  • Pain
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Degenerative Disc Disease (ddd)

Professional Memberships

  • Aurora-Adams County Medical Society  
  • North American Spine Society  
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons  
  • Cervical Spine Research Society  
  • Denver Medical Society  

Fellowships

  • Rocky Mountain Spine Clinic, PC Adult and Pediatric Spine Surgery 

Internships

  • Southern Illinois University School of Medicine - Orthopedic Surgery

Fellowships

  • Rocky Mountain Spine Clinic- 2001

Professional Society Memberships

  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the North American Spine Society, the Aurora-Adams County Medical Society, the Denver Medical Society, and the Cervical Spine Research Society

What do you attribute your success to?

  • His training and interactions with his patients.

Hobbies / Sports

  • Tennis, Skiing, Fishing

Favorite professional publications

  • The Spinal Journal

Dr. John R. Barker, MD's Practice location

Denver Spine Surgeons - Rocky Mountain Spine Clini

10103 Ridgegate Parkway, suite 306 -
Lone Tree, CO 80124
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New patients: 303-225-8120
Fax: 303-225-8130

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Patient Experience with Dr. Barker


5.0

Based on 8 reviews

Dr. John R. Barker, MD has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 8 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Orthopedist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.
  • Pamela
    (5)

    Dr Barker performed spinal fusion to relieve severe pain. I now have a totally fused spine and no pain. Dr. Barker gave me back at least 10 years of life and two inches of height. I recommend Dr. Barker with great confidence.

  • Renee
    (5)

    Wonderful pain free. My lower back used to prevent me from leaving the house. Now I ca go for walks every day an do the things I love to do.

  • (5)

    No pain!! I can live my life again pain free. Thank you

  • Janetta
    (5)

    Wonderful experience and incredible surgeon! He has been my spine specialist since 2010 and I will always refer him,

  • Glenn
    (5)

    Doc barker is the best. Cool Doctor! Merry christmas

  • Jason
    (5)

    Dr Barker has shown a true respect and genuinely cares about me as a patient. He and his staff have truly made a significant difference in my life. I have felt more than comfortable.

  • (5)

    I had back surgery 3 months ago. I was in pain for 3 years before surgery. I am now pain free and can do all of the things that I enjoy without pain holding me back. I'm very happy with Dr Barker and his staff.

  • Vicki
    (5)

    Awesome, never felt better. Had a 2 level neck fusion. Had a 2 level neck fusion and never felt better!!!

Media Releases

Get to know Orthopedic Spine Surgeon  Dr. John R. Barker, who serves patients in Lone Tree, Colorado.

Dr. Barker is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who lends his skills and expertise to serve patients at Rocky Mountain Spine Clinic in Lone Tree, Colorado. He and his colleagues at Rocky Mountain Spine Clinic provide treatment of all spine conditions, including congenital deformities, degenerative diseases, as well as spinal tumors and spine trauma (both adult and pediatric). They are well-respected physicians, not only in the medical community in the region, but across the country and internationally as well. They are highly trained, having come from some of the best medical schools in the United States.

In addition to treating patients at Rocky Mountain Spine Clinic, Dr. Barker can be found on staff at Sky Ridge Medical Center and Medical Center of Aurora. 

Remaining at the forefront of his challenging field, he is a member of the American Medical Association, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the North American Spine Society, the Aurora-Adams County Medical Society, the Denver Medical Society, and the Cervical Spine Research Society. Additionally, he is board-certified in orthopedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. 

After earning his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine in Oklahoma City, Dr. Barker went on to complete his internship and residency at Southern Illinois University College of Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Thereafter, he completed his fellowship at Rocky Mountain Spine Clinic in Aurora, Colorado, under the direction of Drs. John A. Odom and Eric R. Jamrich.

Orthopedic surgery or orthopedics, also spelled orthopaedics, is the branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedic surgeons use both surgical and nonsurgical means to treat musculoskeletal trauma, spine diseases, sports injuries, degenerative diseases, infections, tumors, and congenital disorders. Dr. Barker’s special interests include scoliosis, spine trauma, spinal tumors, total disc arthroplasty, minimally invasive procedures, as well as degenerative conditions of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine.

Attributing his success to his excellent training and interactions with his patients, he enjoys playing tennis, skiing, and fishing in his spare time. 

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