About
Dr. David Barnes grew up in Newellton, Louisiana, a small farming community in Northeast Louisiana. His parents owned and operated a Western Auto store there for 50 years. They passed on a love of sports and activity that shaped Dr. Barnes throughout his life. He played every sport available growing up and maintains an active lifestyle today. His wife and adult children share that commitment, continuing to run and exercise regularly.
Dr. Barnes earned his Bachelor of Science in Zoology from Louisiana Tech University in 1976, graduating Summa Cum Laude. He went on to earn his Doctorate of Medicine from Louisiana State University Health Shreveport in 1980. He completed his internship and Family Medicine residency at the University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa, where he was selected as Chief Resident from 1981 to 1983. He holds certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine and holds membership in the American Academy of Family Practice, the Louisiana Academy of Family Practice, the Louisiana State Medical Society, and the Ouachita Parish Medical Society. After 39 years in general family practice, he affiliated with MDVIP to bring his passion for wellness and preventive care to the forefront for his patients. He has served on the Monroe Chamber of Commerce since 1987.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Louisiana Tech University, Bachelor of Science, Zoology, 1976, Summa Cum Laude
Medical School
Louisiana State University Health Shreveport, Doctorate of Medicine 1980
Residency
Family Medicine, University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa, 1981-1983, Chief Resident
Additional Training
Internship, University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa, 1980-1981
Certifications
Who is Dr. Barnes right for?
Dr. Barnes is a strong fit for adults in northeast Louisiana and southeast Arkansas who want a long-term relationship with a primary care physician. Patients managing chronic conditions such as hypertension, high cholesterol, or type 2 diabetes benefit from his proactive, individualized approach. He is especially well suited for patients who prioritize prevention and want a customized wellness plan. Those who value same-day access and direct physician availability on evenings and weekends will find his practice well-matched to their needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Barnes specializes in family medicine and preventive care. He focuses on comprehensive annual wellness, chronic disease management, and proactive primary care. He has practiced family medicine for more than four decades.
Yes. Dr. Barnes holds certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine. He completed his residency in Family Medicine at the University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa, where he served as Chief Resident.
Dr. Barnes treats a range of chronic conditions including hypertension, high cholesterol, and type 2 diabetes. He takes a proactive approach, working to manage existing conditions while developing wellness plans to improve overall health.
Dr. Barnes earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University Health Shreveport in 1980. He completed both his internship and Family Medicine residency at the University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa, finishing as Chief Resident in 1983.
Dr. Barnes has practiced family medicine for more than four decades. He spent 39 years in general family practice before affiliating with MDVIP to focus on wellness-centered, preventive primary care.
Yes. Dr. Barnes makes himself available to patients by phone after hours and on weekends. Members can reach him directly for urgent concerns outside of regular office hours.
Dr. Barnes takes an unhurried, individualized, and proactive approach to care. He works with each patient to analyze their current health and build a customized action plan. He also continues to treat ongoing medical conditions and address new issues as they come up.
Yes. Dr. Barnes holds affiliations with St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe and Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe. For patients who need hospitalization, he works with the hospitalist programs at both facilities.
Dr. Barnes holds membership in the American Academy of Family Practice, the Louisiana Academy of Family Practice, the Louisiana State Medical Society, and the Ouachita Parish Medical Society. He has also served on the Monroe Chamber of Commerce since 1987.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026