Dr. Derek Lloyd Barker, MD

Dr. Derek Barker is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating conditions affecting the retina and vision. He earned his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed his residency at the prestigious Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. With 27 years of experience in eye care, Dr. Barker focuses on helping patients preserve and restore their sight through advanced treatments. He speaks both English and Spanish, making his care accessible to a broader range of patients in the community.

Dr. Barker practices at multiple locations throughout the Columbia area, including Lexington and West Columbia, and maintains an affiliation with MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown. His expertise centers on treating serious eye conditions such as age-related macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease. He performs specialized procedures including retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to diagnose vision problems accurately. Dr. Barker …also provides anti-VEGF treatments, which help slow vision loss from certain retinal conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.6 stars for his care.