Dr. Allison BarnesMD, MPH

Family Medicine

at Advanced Wellness MD — Orlando, FL

About

Allison Barnes, MD, MPH, trained at the University of Oklahoma Medical School, where she also earned her undergraduate engineering degree Summa Cum Laude. She later completed a master's degree in Public Health Policy and Management. Her clinical foundation spans family medicine, preventive medicine, and functional medicine, built across more than 14 years of practice in Orlando. She has served as medical director at multiple Orlando-based practices throughout her career.

In 2024, Dr. Barnes completed a four-month program through the University of South Florida in Personalized Medicine, studying under an internationally recognized physician and 14-time bestselling author in the field. That training deepened her focus on genetic testing, DNA health impacts, and individualized care strategies. Colleagues and patients know her as a thorough, out-of-the-box thinker who approaches each patient as a unique case. In 2025, she earned recognition as one of America's Best Physicians in Preventative Medicine. She is passionate about weight loss and nutrition, thyroid and diabetes management, and early cancer detection. Outside of medicine, Dr. Barnes spends time with her husband and two sons, and enjoys cooking, visiting Disney, and reading.

Education & Training

Undergraduate

University of Oklahoma, Engineering (Summa Cum Laude)

Medical School

University of Oklahoma Medical School (MD)

Additional Training

Master's degree in Public Health Policy and Management; 4-month course in Personalized Medicine, University of South Florida (2024)

Certifications

America's Best Physicians in Preventative Medicine for 2025

Conditions Treated

diabetes
thyroid disorders
hormonal imbalances
obesity
gut health conditions
food sensitivities
hair loss
metabolic disorders

Who is Dr. Barnes right for?

Dr. Barnes is an excellent fit for adults who want proactive, data-driven primary care. Patients dealing with weight management, thyroid issues, or diabetes benefit from her functional medicine approach. Anyone interested in early cancer detection or genetic health insights will find her diagnostic toolkit especially valuable. She also serves employers seeking comprehensive wellness programs for their teams.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Barnes practices family medicine, preventive medicine, and functional medicine. Her clinical work spans primary care, advanced diagnostics, hormone therapy, and aesthetic services. She approaches each patient as a unique case and builds individualized care plans based on thorough testing and evaluation.

Yes. In 2025, Dr. Barnes earned recognition as one of America's Best Physicians in Preventative Medicine. She also holds an MD from the University of Oklahoma Medical School and a Master of Public Health in Policy and Management.

Dr. Barnes screens for more than 50 types of cancer through advanced testing. This level of early detection goes well beyond standard primary care screenings. She integrates these results into a broader picture of each patient's long-term health risk.

In 2024, Dr. Barnes completed a four-month Personalized Medicine program through the University of South Florida. She studied under an internationally recognized physician and 14-time bestselling author in the field. That training deepened her expertise in genetic testing and DNA-based health strategies.

Dr. Barnes treats a wide range of conditions including diabetes, thyroid disorders, hormonal imbalances, and obesity. She also evaluates gut health, food sensitivities, and metabolic issues. Her preventive focus means she works with patients on risk reduction before conditions fully develop.

Yes. Dr. Barnes offers bioidentical hormone replacement therapy and testosterone replacement therapy. She uses hormone testing as part of her diagnostic process to identify imbalances and build individualized treatment plans.

Dr. Barnes spent over 14 years practicing in Orlando across family medicine, preventive medicine, and functional medicine. She served as medical director at multiple Orlando-area practices. That depth of experience informs her thorough, individualized approach to care.

Yes. Dr. Barnes offers a full range of aesthetic services including Botox, Dysport, fillers, microneedling, Sculptra, and PRP for hair restoration. These services sit alongside her primary care and diagnostic offerings within the same concierge practice.

Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026