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Dr. Russell Barr, MD

Geriatric Medicine* Age 67
Dr. Russell Barr, MD
3.8 (12 Ratings)

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Dr. Russell Barr, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Decatur, AL.
Dr. Russell Barr, MD
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Dr. Russell Barr, MD

Geriatric Medicine* Age 67
Decatur, AL
Accepting new patients
42 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Russell Barr, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Decatur, AL.

About

Dr. Russell Barr, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Decatur, AL and has 42 years experience. They graduated from Vanderbilt University. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Decatur Morgan Hospital. Dr. Barr has experience treating conditions like Nausea among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Barr received an average rating of 3.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 12 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Barr is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Nausea
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Nausea
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All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Dehydration
Diarrhea
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Fever
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Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Shortness of Breath
Tobacco Use Disorder
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Immunization Administration
Wellness Examination
Abdominal Pain
Achilles Tendinitis
Acidosis
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Actinic Keratosis
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Kidney Infection
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Administrative Physical
Adult Failure to Thrive
Alkalosis
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Athlete's Foot
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Atrophic Vaginitis
Back Pain
Balanoposthitis
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Breast Pain
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bronchospasm
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Bunion
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Cachexia
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cellulitis
Cervicitis
Chest Pain
Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Interstitial Cystitis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Common Cold
Constipation
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Down Syndrome
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Fibromyalgia
Foot Infection
Fungal Nail Infection
Gait Abnormality
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Gout
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Hair Loss
Hammer Toe
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis A
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hip Sprain
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hydrocele
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypogonadism
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Intertrigo
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Jock Itch
Kidney Infection
Kidney Stone Pain (Renal Colic)
Knee Sprain
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Low Blood Oxygen Level
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nail Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Neck Muscle Strain
Neurogenic Bladder
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peptic Ulcer
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pharyngitis
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Wart
Pneumonia
Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Postherpetic Neuralgia
Proteinuria
Purpura
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Radiculopathy
Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Runner's Knee
Sarcoidosis
Scabies
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Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shingles
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Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sickle Cell Disease
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Swine Flu
Symptomatic Menopause
Tension Headache
Testicular Dysfunction
Throat Pain
Thrush
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Thyroid Goiter
Tinnitus
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Torticollis
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Tremor
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Urinary Hesitancy
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Varicose Eczema
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Warts
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Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Diabetes Counseling
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer

Insurance Accepted

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  • Choice Plus POS II
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Open Choice PPO
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
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    Choice Care PPO
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Locations

  1. 1 Internal Medicine Partners
    1501 7th St SE, Decatur, AL 35601
  2. 2 Decatur Morgan Hospital
    1201 7th St SE, Decatur, AL 35601

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3.8
Based on 12 Reviews
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4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
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1 Star (3)

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Dec 21, 2019
Dr. Barr is my new doctor his bed side Manors was very good he has tooken good care of me very well I would recommend him to any body needs a good physian
Janice Knighten — Dec 21, 2019
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Russell Barr, MD is a geriatric medicine specialist in Decatur, AL and has over 41 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Vanderbilt University in 1982. He specializes in Geriatric Medicine.
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Specialties*
Geriatric Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Vanderbilt University
    1982
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Board Certifications

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  • Internal Medicine
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Russell Barr, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Barr's profile.

Dr. Russell Barr, MD is affiliated with Decatur Morgan Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Russell Barr, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Decatur Morgan Hospital

    1201 7th St SE, Decatur, AL