Dr. Stephen BarterMD

Dr. Barter specializes in family medicine and treats patients of all ages. He has particular experience managing chronic conditions including type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. His preventive focus means he works to catch and address health issues before they escalate.

Dr. Barter has practiced family medicine in Naples, Maine for 40 years. He completed his residency at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center in 1984 and has remained in the same community since. That longevity gives him deep familiarity with the patients and region he serves.

Dr. Barter earned his medical degree from Tufts University Medical School in Boston in 1981. He completed his internship and family medicine residency at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center in Worcester, finishing in 1984. He also holds an undergraduate degree in Biology from Northeastern University.

Yes, Dr. Barter holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. He also carries certification from the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners. Both credentials reflect his sustained commitment to clinical standards in family medicine.

Dr. Barter serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Family Medicine at Tufts University School of Medicine. Tufts honored him with the Robert Wesselhoeft III Teaching Award in 2023, recognizing his contributions to medical education.

Yes. When you visit the office, you see Dr. Barter directly, not a nurse practitioner or physician assistant. That consistency is a core feature of his practice.

Yes. Dr. Barter is reachable by phone after hours and on weekends, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This access is especially useful for urgent concerns that arise outside of office hours.

Dr. Barter has had family members navigate serious health crises. That personal experience gives him a firsthand understanding of how difficult and disorienting those situations can be. He draws on it to help his patients and their families work through health challenges with steadiness and clarity.

Dr. Barter holds affiliations with Stephens Memorial Hospital and Bridgton Hospital, both in the Naples, Maine region. These affiliations support continuity of care when patients require hospital-based services.

Lake Region Weekly named Dr. Barter Best Doctor each year from 2008 through 2015. In 2023, Tufts University School of Medicine awarded him the Robert Wesselhoeft III Teaching Award. Both honors reflect his reputation for clinical excellence and dedication to medical education.