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Dr. Barbara Leighton, MD

Critical Care Medicine* Age 59
Dr. Barbara Leighton, MD
5.0 (7 Ratings)
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Dr. Barbara Leighton, MD is a Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA.
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Dr. Barbara Leighton, MD

Critical Care Medicine* Age 59
Philadelphia, PA
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience
Dr. Barbara Leighton, MD is a Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA.
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Dr. Barbara Leighton, MD is a Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA and has 34 years experience. They graduated from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College in 1990 and completed a residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Jefferson Bucks Hospital, Jefferson Frankford Hospital and Jefferson Torresdale Hospital. Dr. Leighton has experience treating conditions like Shortness of Breath among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Leighton received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 7 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Leighton is board certified in Critical Care Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Northeast Pulmonary Associates
    3998 Red Lion Rd Ste 130, Philadelphia, PA 19114
  2. 2 Northeast Pulmonary Associates
    380 N Oxford Valley Rd Ste 100, Langhorne, PA 19047

Experience and Background Check

Shortness of Breath
Pulmonary Hypertension
Bronchiolitis
Shortness of Breath
Pulmonary Hypertension
Bronchiolitis
Acute Bronchiolitis
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Respiratory Infection
Asthma
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Bronchiectasis
Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Emphysema
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Interstitial Lung Disease
Lung Cancer
Respiratory Failure
Sleep Apnea
Ulcerative Colitis
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Asbestosis
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Bronchitis
Chest Pain
Chronic Bronchitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Cough
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Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Empyema
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Esophageal Cancer
Influenza (Flu)
Liver Cancer
Low Blood Oxygen Level
Lung Abscess
Lung Nodule
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Mycobacterial Lung Infection
Partial Lung Collapse
Pleural Effusion
Pneumoconiosis and Pneumonopathy
Pneumonia
Pneumonitis
Pneumonitis (Due to Solids or Liquids)
Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
Pulmonary Embolism
Sarcoidosis
Swine Flu
Wheezing
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Bronchoscopy
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
Respiratory Management
Sleep Study
Smoking Cessation Counseling
Thoracentesis

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May 02, 2023
She is knowledgeable and shares that knowledge with her clients. She taught me about my condition and answered questions patiently and thoroughly. She has a kind and friendly demeanor. She treated me like a valued client and human. Good eye contact.
— May 02, 2023
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Insurance Accepted

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  • Devon Health Services
  • GEHA
  • Tricare
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • United Healthcare
  • Worker's Compensation WC

About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Barbara Leighton, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Philadelphia, PA and has over 33 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College in 1990. She specializes in Critical Care Medicine, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine, and more.
Biography
Specialties*
Critical Care Medicine
Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine
Pulmonary Disease
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College
    1990
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Critical Care Medicine and Pulmonary Disease
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Barbara Leighton, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Leighton's profile.

Dr. Barbara Leighton, MD is affiliated with Jefferson Bucks Hospital, Jefferson Frankford Hospital and Jefferson Torresdale Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Barbara Leighton, MD holds board certification in Critical Care Medicine and Pulmonary Disease.

Dr. Leighton has over 34 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Jefferson Bucks Hospital

    380 N Oxford Valley Rd, Langhorne, PA

  • Jefferson Frankford Hospital

    4900 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA

  • Jefferson Torresdale Hospital

    10800 Knights Rd, Philadelphia, PA

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