3.6
7 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Derek Barker is an ophthalmologist who completed his medical degree at the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine. He pursued specialized training through his residency at the prestigious Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, one of the nation's leading centers for eye care education. With 27 years of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Barker has developed extensive expertise in treating complex eye conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.
Dr. Barker practices at MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown and sees patients at multiple locations throughout the Columbia area, including Lexington, Columbia, and West Columbia. His clinical focus centers on treating age-related macular degeneration and diabetic eye conditions. He performs advanced diagnostic procedures such as retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to evaluate eye health. Dr. Barker also provides anti-VEGF treatments, which help …preserve vision in patients with certain retinal conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
Read More Read less Dr. Barker practices at MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown and sees patients at multiple locations throughout the Columbia area, including Lexington, Columbia, and West Columbia. His clinical focus centers on treating age-related macular degeneration and diabetic eye conditions. He performs advanced diagnostic procedures such as retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to evaluate eye health. Dr. Barker also provides anti-VEGF treatments, which help …preserve vision in patients with certain retinal conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 27 years of experience
- 28 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Bascom Palmer Eye Institute
- 3 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 11 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Derek Lloyd Barker has 3 locationsColumbia Eye Clinic
100 Palmetto Park BlvdLexington, SC 29072 Tel: (803) 806-0080
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Columbia Eye Surgery Center Inc
1920 Pickens StColumbia, SC 29201 Tel: (803) 254-7732
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed
Columbia Eye Clinic
3227 SUNSET BLVD STE CWEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Derek Lloyd Barker, MD | Dr. Peter David Simone | Dr. Edward Granderson Crosswell, MD | Dr. William Lloyd Clark, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 27 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Lexington , SC | Omaha , NE | Lexington , SC | West Columbia , SC |
| Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine | Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Derek Lloyd Barker
Medical Specialties
Dr. Derek Lloyd Barker has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Derek Lloyd Barker has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
27 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, South Carolina, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute
Medical School
Medical University Of South Carolina College Of MedicineGraduated in 1999
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