Dr. Willard Barnes, MD is a gynecologic oncology specialist in Washington, DC and has been practicing for 39 years. He graduated from Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med in 1979 and specializes in gynecologic oncology and obstetrics & gynecology.Read his story
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- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Commercial Insurance Company
- CoreSource
- Coventry Health Care
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Top Care Areas
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Pap Smear
very high
more than 99% of peers
Gynecologic Cancer
very high
more than 96% of peers
Uterine Cancer
very high
more than 91% of peers
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Dr. Barnes' bio
This content was provided by Dr. Barnes "Willard Barnes Jr., MD, is the division chief of Gynecologic Oncology at the Georgetown Lombardi Cancer Center. As a member of the hospital's gynecologic oncology team for 30 years, Dr. Barnes is committed to personalized care for women dealing with complex problems. He and his team coordinate all aspects of care for women with gynecologic cancers, including primary, inpatient and outpatient care, and surgery. He believes MedStar Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy of caring for the whole patient is the only way to practice medicine. Dr. Barnes has received extensive recognition as a top doctor. He has been included in 13 consecutive Castle and Connelly's listings as one of America's Top Doctor's and nine consecutive listings as a Top Doctor for Cancer. As a Georgetown University professor, Dr. Barnes is also committed to teaching the next generation of physicians. He is a member of the Georgetown University Medical Center MAGIS Society of Master Teachers, a society that honors physicians and biomedical scientists dedicated to the care of others and the health needs of society. In addition, Dr. Barnes is actively involved in research, publishing more than 100 papers and abstracts."
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2 Specialties
- Gynecologic Oncology
- Obstetrics & Gynecology
1 Board Certifications
- Gynecological OncologyAccredited by: American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology*
9 Conditions Treated
- Atrophic Vaginitis
- Cervical Cancer
- Fallopian Tube Cancer
- Gynecologic Cancer
- Ovarian Cancer
- Pap Smear Abnormalities
- Uterine Cancer
- Vaginal Cancer
- Vulvar Cancer
22 Procedures
- Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
- Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
- Colposcopy
- Destruction or Excision of Lesion of Cervix (incl. LEEP)
- Destruction or Excision of Vaginal Lesions
- Dilation and Curettage
- Endocervical Curettage
- Excision of Cervix
- Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
- Hepatitis A Screening
- Hepatitis B Virus Screening
- Hepatitis C Virus Screening
- Hepatitis Screening
- HIV Screening
- Human Papillomavirus DNA Testing
- Hysterectomy - Open
- Hysteroscopy
- Myomectomy - Open and-or Laparoscopic
- Pap Smear
- Pelvic Exenteration (For: Gynecologic, Urinary, or Colorectal Malignancy)
- Removal of Reproductive Organs (Hysterectomy, Oophorectomy, Salpingectomy, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, Resection of Peritoneal Malignancy)
- Sexually Transmitted Infections Screening
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0 Sanctions
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0 Board Actions
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Education
- Univ Of Ms Sch Of MedMedical School | Graduated 1979
- U Miss Med CtrResidency Hospital | Completed
- Georgetown UniversityFellowship Hospital | Completed
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications
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Languages Spoken
- English
Memberships & Professional Affiliations
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