Lauren Barnes, MD

Susan Hitchcock

3 years ago

Even though it may be difficult to get in to see Dr. Barnes, she is so amazing it is worth it. She listens carefully, asks questions to assess the health issue and responds delivering thorough care, including testing, referrals, and monitoring progress by scheduling a follow-up appointment.

Robert Hum

Edited 6 months ago

Dr. Barnes is “the” most personable, knowledgeable and caring physician I have ever had the honor to work with over the many years of our Dr. - Patient relationship. She practices in Family Medicine and thus it seems quite natural that she would know us (my spouse and myself) as a family and as individuals. We book most of our appointments as a couple. As we have grown older, one person’s medical issues have become a caregiving load for the other. It helps Dr. Barnes see how situations like that impact us and this leads to treatments for and advice to both of us as appropriate. In my experience it makes sense to bring your significant other to medical appointments, not only for the extra pair of eyes and ears and note taking, but also to allow the Doctor to see the dynamic in your relationship which might inform better treatment recommendations. You have seen doctors who don’t make eye contact and type on a computer for your entire visit (charting)? Doesn’t this leave your feeling less like a person and more like just another ‘thing to be documented’ and rushed out of the office as quickly as possible. You will NEVER have this experience with Dr. Barnes. Yes, she does type notes on her computer, but first she will make a human, caring and empathic connection with you. You’ll feel relaxed in her examining room. You’ll feel ‘heard’ and cared about. I guarantee you will walk out of her examination room feeling like just another ‘thing to document’. In fact, read the after visit notes that she writes. It will be clear that you were heard, and heard deeply. This post is long enough, in closing I leave you with these thoughts: Dr. Barnes always greets us with warmth and caring. By the time we see her, she has done her homework and is up to date regarding our current medical situation. This saves a lot of time at our appointment so we can maximize the value of the time we spend with her.

Kathleen Mahan

5 years ago

This was my FIRST ZOOM VISIT. Dr. Barnes was punctual and spent 30 minutes with me discussing my medical results. She was very well informed and knowledgeable about my medical history. She encourages my participation in the decision-making process of my healthcare and listens to my questions and suggestions. I did not feel rushed and got all of my queries answered in a succinct and professional manner. I highly recommend Dr. Lauren Barnes, MD to those who are searching for a compassionate, caring and intelligent health care provider.

lilac bazzi

a year ago

Besides having been so lucky to have found a Primary doctor as good as Dr Lauren Barnes, I love that this office is very clean. The nurse and office staff are always friendly and professional.

carolyn whitaker

a year ago

I ❤️Dr Barnes and her amazing staff from the 🧑‍💻👩🏽‍💻👩🏻‍💻Front Desk Registration - 👩🏽‍⚕️🩺 Nurse - 👩🏻‍🔬💉🩸Lab phlebotomist 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍❣️ So professional, helpful and personable👍 Great team💕🫶. Great bedside manners, was not rushed, provided adequate time, did not wait long at all… went in, took care of business and checked out with validated parking ticket 👏👏👏 I love Long Beach Memorial 😷😊 Got a clean bill of health 😉💕 Thank you Dr Lauren Barnes and everyone for taking care of me and my family — God bless you all🩵🩵🩵🙏

John Ambrosi

Edited a year ago

Dr Barnes and Nurse Yensenia were amazing. They got me in on time and were so efficient. They both took their time to listen to me and both supported my health by being so thorough. The only down side is Doc Barnes is so good and popular it takes a while to with follow up appt. That is certainly a great problem to have though. The whole office is amazing. Thank you

Karen Wilkes

Edited a year ago

Dr. Barnes was extremely professional in her manner, and very carefully listened to my health history. She took her time to note and discuss all my health issues and clearly set out a plan for addressing them. I am very pleased and confident with Dr. Barnes as my primary care physician.

Becky Davis

Edited 3 years ago

Dr.Barnes has incredible bedside manner. She is very empathetic, I never felt rushed and I felt like she actually listened to me. She educated me on all of my options and allowed me to chose how to move forward. She provided extra resources in my after visit summary as well. I felt like she was caring for me as a whole person and not just a symptom. I feel like she is someone I can trust with my care. She is not dismissive or condescending. I really appreciate Dr.Barnes and her team they are very efficient. I would absolutely recommend her to others.

raymond whitaker

a year ago

I have had dozens of Drs over the years and none have been up to par with Dr Barnes. I am so honored that she takes care of my family. A true professional who cares. Thank you Dr Barnes for your professionalism and heart felt care.

Tina Rolewicz

10 months ago

Dr. Barnes is by far the best doctor I have ever had. She is efficient but personable and makes me feel like my health matters to her. She responds quickly to concerns and questions and is easy to communicate with. Thank you Dr. Barnes!