Dr. R G. Barr
Overview
Dr. Barr’s research focuses on respiratory epidemiology with a focus on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and emphysema. In particular, he is interested in a better understanding of the causes of emphysema and COPD subtypes and uses machine learning to integrate advanced imaging (computed tomography [CT] and magnetic resonance imaging [MRI]) with multi-omic measures in large cohorts. He is principal investigator for the Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis (MESA) Lung Study, the longest-running prospective study of emphysema on CT; the SPIROMICS Heart Failure Study, a large study of cardiopulmonary interactions using state-of-the-art echocardiography and MRI; a related study of deep-learning on CT scans; and the C4R CT Harmonization Study, which is harmonizing quantitative lung CT measures on CT scans from approximately 30,000 participants in 10 cohorts.
His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Hypoxia, Behr Syndrome, Spinocerebellar Degeneration and Corneal Dystrophy, and Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 28.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
622 West 168th Street, New York, NY 10032
622 West 168th St, Vc 2nd Fl, New York, NY 10032
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. R G. Barr
How do I make an appointment with Dr. R G. Barr?
You can book an appointment with Dr. R G. Barr by calling their office at 212-305-6354. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. R G. Barr a top-rated expert for Cerebral Hypoxia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. R G. Barr is classified as an Experienced expert for Cerebral Hypoxia, 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. R G. Barr specialize in?
While Dr. R G. Barr is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Cerebral Hypoxia, Behr Syndrome, and Spinocerebellar Degeneration and Corneal Dystrophy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.
Does Dr. R G. Barr participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. R G. Barr has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cerebral Hypoxia. You can view a list of Dr. R G. Barr's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. R G. Barr accept my insurance?
Dr. R G. Barr accepts most major insurance plans, including Change Healthcare and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-305-6354 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Acute Cerebellar AtaxiaDr. Barr isExperienced. Learn about Acute Cerebellar Ataxia.
- Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis with Tylosis
- Behr SyndromeDr. Barr isExperienced. Learn about Behr Syndrome.
- Cerebral HypoxiaDr. Barr isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Hypoxia.
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis