Dr. April Lynn Barnado, MD

Dr. April Barnado is a rheumatologist who earned her medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine. With 17 years of experience treating conditions that affect joints, muscles, and connective tissues, she specializes in helping patients manage complex autoimmune disorders. Dr. Barnado is fluent in Spanish and Chinese, enabling her to serve diverse patient populations in their preferred language.

Dr. Barnado practices at Nashville General Hospital with locations throughout Nashville, Tennessee. She focuses on treating systemic lupus erythematosus and lupus myelitis, conditions where the body's immune system attacks healthy tissues. Her expertise also includes managing joint pain and arthralgia. Dr. Barnado performs comprehensive blood work including complete blood counts and kidney function tests to monitor disease activity and treatment response. Patients rate her care at 5.0 out of 5 stars on Vitals.