About
Brad Bartels, MD grew up in Temple, Texas, where his father George Bartels, a team physician, first sparked his passion for medicine on the sidelines of local sports teams. A. in Health Science Studies from Baylor University in 2010 and his medical degree from the University of Texas A&M Health Science Center in 2014, the same cohort as Dr. Story. He then moved to Fort Worth with his wife Hollis to complete his Family Medicine residency at John Peter Smith Hospital, graduating in 2017.
After residency, Dr. Bartels provided care in both hospital and emergency department settings in Hamilton, Texas. He holds board certification in Family Medicine. He joined Elizabeth Story MD to return to a clinic-based practice and contribute to its continued growth. He lives in Fort Worth with his wife and three children. When not at the office or cheering at his kids' events, he enjoys fishing, golf, and gardening.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Baylor University, B.A. Health Science Studies, 2010
Medical School
University of Texas A&M Health Science Center, MD, 2014
Residency
Family Medicine, John Peter Smith Hospital, Fort Worth, TX, graduated 2017
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Bartels right for?
Dr. Bartels serves patients of all ages seeking a full-scope family medicine physician. His background in hospital and emergency settings makes him well-suited for patients managing acute and complex concerns. Patients who value a physician with deep Fort Worth roots and community ties will find him a natural fit. Families looking for a single physician to care for multiple household members benefit from his broad clinical range.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Bartels practices full-scope family medicine. He cares for patients across all age groups, addressing both acute concerns and ongoing health management. His background spans clinic, hospital, and emergency department settings, giving him a broad clinical foundation.
Yes, Dr. Bartels holds board certification in Family Medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas A&M Health Science Center and completed his residency at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth.
Dr. Bartels earned his undergraduate degree from Baylor University and his medical degree from the University of Texas A&M Health Science Center in 2014. He then completed his Family Medicine residency at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, graduating in 2017.
Dr. Bartels grew up watching his father, George Bartels, work as a team physician on the sidelines of local sports teams in Temple, Texas. That early exposure sparked his passion for medicine and shaped his path toward family practice.
Dr. Bartels joined Elizabeth Story MD in 2025. He returned to clinic-based practice after spending time providing care in hospital and emergency department settings in Hamilton, Texas.
Yes, Dr. Bartels practices family medicine and sees patients across all age groups. He provides well-child care, adult primary care, and ongoing chronic disease management for the full family.
Dr. Bartels treats a wide range of conditions as a board-certified family physician. His clinical scope includes chronic disease management, preventive care, acute illness, and health optimization. He also addresses depression, anxiety, ADHD, sleep disorders, and other common primary care concerns.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026