Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynecology
David Barker, MD, FACOG, is a board-certified specialist in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Galen OB/GYN Ridgeside. Chattanooga native, Dr. Barker attended The Baylor School. He completed his bachelor’s degree at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, and he went to the University of Tennessee at Memphis for medical school.
Dr. Barker has been in practice since 2003 and has privileges at Parkridge East Hospital, Erlanger Baroness Hospital, and Parkridge Medical Center. Dr. Barker was interested in medicine due to the intersection of science, interpersonal relationships, and compassionate service. He chose OB/GYN as his specialty because it blends care for acute medical issues with long-term continuity and blends treatment via surgeries and medical approaches. Dr. Barker’s care philosophy is to approach patients with compassion and empathy, as well as apply sound medical judgment to alleviate suffering and prevent disease. His favorite part of his job is interacting with patients and staff and using God-given knowledge to help women in times of medical adversity.
Dr. Barker’s perfect day off would be having some quiet time with a nice cup of coffee and Bible, a nice lunch with his wife, and hiking or boating. His hobbies include: being involved in his church, playing bluegrass guitar with friends, waterskiing, and spending time with his three kids, whose ages range from college to the 8th grade. His favorite thing about Chattanooga is the outdoor opportunities for hiking, camping, and water activities.
19 years.
Dr. Barker’s care philosophy is to approach patients with compassion and empathy, as well as apply sound medical judgment to alleviate suffering and prevent disease.
Hospitals:
Parkridge East Hospital
Erlanger Baroness Hospital
Parkridge Medical Center
Galen’s Labor and Delivery teams are here to help make your birthing experience everything you want it to be. We work closely with you to support your healthcare choices, such as medicated or non-medicated labor and other birthing practices or aids. We strive for a vaginal delivery and only recommend a C-section if your health or your baby’s health is at risk.
Labor and Delivery expectations:
Support for your birth plan, your delivery team will work with you to support your birth plan choices, including:
Immediate access to specialty care, mothers who deliver with Galen have healthy pregnancies and uncomplicated deliveries. However, if additional care is required for you or your baby:
Comfort management during labor available 24 hours a day:
Women’s healthcare services require compassion and expertise. Here at Galen OB/GYN we provide comprehensive, specialized obstetric and gynecological care with the highest regard for patient satisfaction to meet a woman’s needs throughout her lifetime. Whether you are planning a family, staying healthy with routine care, or having health difficulties, our provider’s have the wisdom and medical expertise to help you make informed decisions about your healthcare.
Some of our services include:
Our experienced group of providers apply a modern approach and a caring touch to provide you with the highest quality health care in the Chattanooga region.
