Overview
John Barks, M.D. is a Professor in the Department of Pediatrics, the Director of the Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine (since 2009) and is a member of the multidisciplinary Fetal Diagnosis and Treatment Center.Dr. Barks earned his Medical Degree from Queens University, in Kingston, Ontario, Canada in 1980. After residency training in Pediatrics in Halifax and Toronto, he undertook fellowships in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine (Neonatology) at the University of Toronto and the University of Michigan. Dr. Barks is board certified in Pediatrics and Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine. His clinical practice encompasses all aspects of neonatal intensive care medicine, with a particular interest in neonatal neurology and neurocritical care.Dr. Barks' clinical research and laboratory research interest is in neonatal neurology. Dr. Barks participated in some of the ground-breaking clinical research that led to the establishment of therapeutic hypothermia as the standard treatment for neonatal hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy for term and near-term infants.
Dr. Barks is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Periventricular Leukomalacia, Hypothermia, Asphyxia Neonatorum, and Premature Infant.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 53 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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1500 E Medical Center Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John D. Barks
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John D. Barks?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John D. Barks by calling their office at 734-936-4000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John D. Barks a top-rated expert for Periventricular Leukomalacia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John D. Barks is classified as an Advanced expert for Periventricular Leukomalacia, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. John D. Barks specialize in?
While Dr. John D. Barks is a Neonatology, they have specific expertise in Periventricular Leukomalacia, Hypothermia, and Asphyxia Neonatorum. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neonatology.
Does Dr. John D. Barks participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John D. Barks has published 53 articles and abstracts on conditions like Periventricular Leukomalacia. You can view a list of Dr. John D. Barks's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John D. Barks accept my insurance?
Dr. John D. Barks accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 734-936-4000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Asphyxia NeonatorumDr. Barks isAdvanced. Learn about Asphyxia Neonatorum.
- HypothermiaDr. Barks isAdvanced. Learn about Hypothermia.
- Periventricular LeukomalaciaDr. Barks isAdvanced. Learn about Periventricular Leukomalacia.
- Experienced
- Cerebral HypoxiaDr. Barks isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Hypoxia.
- MyelomeningoceleDr. Barks isExperienced. Learn about Myelomeningocele.
- Premature InfantDr. Barks isExperienced. Learn about Premature Infant.