Dr. Peter R Barra

excellent diagnostician, compassionate and caring physician, none better in Queens

Dr, Barra has been my doctor for over 20 years. Thought the wait is long to get in to see him, he spends the time to listen and explain Medical issues.

I have been Dr. Barra's patient for 30 plus years. He is an excellent diagnostician, a consummate professional, he has excellent bedside manner and he cares about his patients always going the extra mile to do more than any other doctor I have ever known. He's treated my entire family and all of us feel the same way about him. Dr. Barra was born to be a physician and he has skills, empathy and compassion that one cannot learn. Truly, he is an amazing professional and the best internist in this area.

About a year ago I accompanied my elderly mom to her doctor's appointment. Mom tends to run to the doctor a least twice a month. She tends to get very anxious during her visits. When we were at the office my mom became agitated I told my mom not to worry and to stay calm. She turned to the doctor and said see what I mean. Dr Barra said, I know I see it. It turned out mom was fine. My mother has a history of running to doctors. This has been for as long as I can remember. Since she is elderly I sometimes accompany her on her visits to appease her. I found Doctor Barra's comment very inappropriate and unprofessional.

An excellent physician and an excellent person.

I've been Dr. Barra's patient for 25+years. He's the best. You could not want for a more caring physician than he.

Dr. Barra was the first doctor who really listened to me and helped diagnose and manage my illness. Although I no longer live in NY I will always be grateful to him for giving me back my life.