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Dr. Craig Barker, MD

Dr. Craig Barker, MD

Family Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Craig Barker, MD is a family medicine physician in Lubbock, TX and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine in 1998. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as University Medical Center and Covenant Childrens Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 31 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (31 reviews)

UMC Family Medicine - Craig Barker, MD

6205 43rd St Lubbock, TX 79407

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Barker specializes in the area of Family Practice. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Barker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Barker

3.9
31 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
68%
68%
4 star
6%
6%
3 star
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2 star
0%
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1 star
26%
26%

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Office Staff
I’ve used him for 30 years. Back when his clientele was smaller it was better. The office staff is who I have had an issue with. They can’t get anything right. It’s this way with me , my son and mother in law . One of the desk staff is rude. All I need is my prescriptions refilled yearly or I’d switch doctor’s. Not because of Dr Barker but because his staffs lack of doing their jobs.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Jan 09, 2025
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Doesn’t follow up appropriately on lab results. Very poor GP Practice. Has been cited by the medical board for inappropriate prescribing. Primary interest is the weight loss program, which is unsustainable and not healthy. Questionable business associates.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Aug 01, 2020
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My family and I have been using Dr. Barker for over 10 yrs and have discovered that the service has gotten worse every year. The staff have explained to me Dr Barker does not return calls and that they are supposed to insulate him from any service issues or complaints. The staff thinks its ok to prescribe medicine that costs 800 a month when there is clearly cheaper options but the nurses are encouraged to prescribe medicines that benefit their profits with little concern to patients. So much for his christian ethics and helpful service to long tern patients. They are rude and not interested in solving issues with their patients.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Mar 03, 2020
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It took his office 4 days to refill a prescription. When I complained he dropped me as a patient.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Dec 01, 2019
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Bad
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 14, 2019
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He is so personable and friendly. He is one of the few doctors that puts me at ease. My family has seen him and his PAs for about 15 years. He's a good judge of character, so I trust his recommendations for specialists as well.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Francee in Lubbock, TX – Feb 18, 2019
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I have been with Dr Barker for quite some time and don't plan on looking elsewhere. Dr Barker and his PA's are awesome. Natalie and Rhonda are incredible. I would highly recommend Dr Barker to anyone looking for a family Dr.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Tom Walters in Wolfforth, TX – Aug 24, 2018
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Our family has been with Dr Barker for close to 15 years. He is the most thorough,caring and knowledgeable Doctor we have been too. He has 2 of the best Physician Assistants that are as good as they get. He is one fine Christian man with a staff that is as good as you will find. We got lucky when we found him and will be with him until he retires.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
Helpful
Paul Jefferson in Lubbock,Tx – Aug 26, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Craig Barker, MD is a family medicine physician in Lubbock, TX and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine in 1998. He is affiliated with medical...read more
  • Family Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Tx Tech University Health Sci Ctr, Family Medicine

    Residency Hospital
  • Tx Tech University Health Science Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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Locations

UMC Family Medicine - Craig Barker, MD

UMC Family Medicine - Craig Barker, MD6205 43rd St Lubbock, TX 79407
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • University Medical Center

    602 Indiana Ave
    Lubbock, TX 79415
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Covenant Childrens Hospital

    4015 22nd Pl
    Lubbock, TX 79410
  • Covenant Medical Center

    3615 19th St
    Lubbock, TX 79410
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
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