Summary

Dr. Joseph Barakeh is a board-certified ophthalmologist and family medicine physician with 29 years of experience serving patients in the Walnut Creek area. He earned his medical degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency training at St Vincent Hospital. Dr. Barakeh's dual specialty training allows him to provide comprehensive eye care alongside general medical services. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Barakeh practices at multiple locations throughout Walnut Creek, California, with primary affiliations at Walnut Creek Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center. His ophthalmology practice focuses on treating cataracts and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. He performs advanced procedures such as cataract surgery with intraocular lens implantation and uses cutting-edge diagnostic tools like optical coherence tomography to evaluate eye health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Barakeh highly for his care, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 29 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • St Vincent Hospital
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Joseph Faris Barakeh has 3 locations

Walnut Creek Eye Medical Group

1855 San Miguel Dr Ste 28Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Walnut Creek Medical Center

1601 Ygnacio Valley RdWalnut Creek, CA 94598

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Med School: Nova Southeastern University College Of Osteopathic Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph Faris Barakeh

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joseph Faris Barakeh has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph Faris Barakeh has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Family Medicine
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Dr. Joseph Faris Barakeh holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St Vincent Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Nova Southeastern University College Of Osteopathic in 1997.

NPI Number

Dr. Barakeh's NPI number is 1013990613.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Barakeh?
You can find contact information for Dr. Joseph Barakeh here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Joseph Barakeh's office located?
Dr. Joseph Barakeh's office is located at 1855 San Miguel Dr Ste 28, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596.
What languages does Dr. Joseph Barakeh speak?
Dr. Joseph Barakeh speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Joseph Barakeh affiliated with?
Dr. Joseph Barakeh is affiliated with Walnut Creek Medical Center.
Does Dr. Joseph Barakeh accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joseph Barakeh accepts on their Vitals profile.

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