Charles C. Barr, M.D. louisville,ky healthcare provider Ophthalmology, Eye Care

Charles C. Barr, M.D.

Areas of Interest

Age-Related Macular Degeneration | Diabetic Retinopathy | Retinal Diseases | Vitreo-Retinal Surgery

Primary Practice Location
UofL Health – Eye Institute
Kentucky Lions Eye Center
301 East Muhammad Ali Boulevard
Louisville, KY 40202
502-588-0550
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Overall Rating
4.8 out of 5

Education & Training

M.D.
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine | Baltimore | 1975
Internship
University of Kentucky Hospital | Medical | Lexington | 1976
Residency
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute and Hospital | Retinal and Vitreous Disease and Surgery | Miami | 1981
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute and Hospital | Ophthalmology | Miami | 1979
Fellowship
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute and Hospital | Retinal and Vitreous Disease and Surgery | Miami | 1981
Armed Forces Institute of Pathology | Ophthalmic Pathology | Washington, D.C. | 1980
Johns Hopkins Hospital | Retinal and Vitreous Disease and Surgery | Baltimore | 1979

Languages

English

Areas of Interest

Age-Related Macular Degeneration | Diabetic Retinopathy | Retinal Diseases | Vitreo-Retinal Surgery

Practice, Specialty or Service

School of Medicine

Professor

Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences

Awards

Best Doctors

Philosophy

"I believe that there is no greater opportunity, responsibility or joy for a physician than to preserve vision or heal the blind. The challenge of diagnosis and management of retinal diseases continues to inspire me to do my best for every patient."

Patient Comments

Jan 23, 2025

5 out of 5
I have been a patient of Dr. Barr for 25 years. He is the absolute BEST in every way!! I trust and respect him.

Jan 18, 2025

4.56 out of 5
Excellent care from Dr. Barr going above and beyond on this visit.

Jan 18, 2025

5 out of 5
Dr. Barr and his staff are wonderful.

Dec 28, 2024

4.56 out of 5
We have known Dr. Charles Barr for more than 40 years. He is an exceptional physician and person. It is our privilege to know him.

Dec 12, 2024

4.96 out of 5
Dr. Barr is an excellent doctor, who explains everything in detail. I love him.

Dec 7, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Barr has always been excellent with my annual diabetic eye exam!

Nov 7, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Barr saved my right eye 10 yrs ago; I'm very grateful to him. Dr. Barr is a Gem of an Eye Doctor.

Nov 7, 2024

5 out of 5
My husband and I love Dr Barr . He saved my husband's right eye 10 years ago . He is down to earth . We wish Everybody was like Dr Barr.

Nov 7, 2024

4.56 out of 5
Dr. Barr is an excellent physician. I always look forward to my visits with him.

Nov 5, 2024

5 out of 5
I think Dr. Barr is great!!!!

Oct 26, 2024

5 out of 5
I have had a long-term relationship with Dr. Barr - he is excellent in all aspects of my special eye care needs!

Oct 17, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Barr is a great doctor.

Oct 5, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Barr is excellent!

Oct 3, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Barr is always awesome.

Aug 29, 2024

4.56 out of 5
Dr Barr is the best.

Aug 29, 2024

4.96 out of 5
It was a good visit. I felt an excellent connection with Dr. Barr.

Aug 23, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Barr is very upfront and honest about my condition. He has been there for me every time I have had eyesight problems. I would recommend him to anybody I know who needs help with their eyesight.

Aug 22, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Barr is a consummate physician who takes extremely good care of his patients. He is a pleasure to work with and I believe he gives me the best possible medical care possible. I have all the confidence in the world In Dr. Barr and I feel blessed to be under his care!

Aug 22, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Barr has done an exceptional job keeping my eyesight for 20 years; He is a great doctor.

Aug 8, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Barr & his staff are the best!

Aug 8, 2024

4.11 out of 5
I have always received excellent care from this office and Dr. Barr.

Jul 4, 2024

4.96 out of 5
I appreciate the fact that I got an appointment so quickly. I appreciate the thoroughness of this physician (Dr. Charles Barr) and his manner of dealing with me.

Jun 28, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Barr and whole team great as always.

Jun 21, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Barr is the best!

Jun 21, 2024

4.56 out of 5
Great experience, everyone very friendly and helpful even on follow up phone call. Kudos to the team and Dr. Barr.

Jun 9, 2024

4.56 out of 5
Dr. Barr is an excellent doctor, and I would highly recommend him.

May 25, 2024

4.8 out of 5
I have had a long experience with Dr. Barr in regard to my eye issues, I believe in the University of Louisville Lions eye clinic; I consider myself truly blessed and fortunate

May 23, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Barr & staff members are at the top of their professional careers; Hats off to them on!

May 19, 2024

4.56 out of 5
Dr. Barr is top-notch.

May 11, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Barr is an excellent doctor!

May 10, 2024

4.56 out of 5
Dr Barr is the best!

May 10, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Barr is a kind individual and knows his stuff regarding medication interactions and macular health.

May 3, 2024

4.6 out of 5
I consider Dr. Charles Barr to be an excellent doctor. He has saved one of my eyes and is working to save my other eye.

Apr 26, 2024

4.78 out of 5
Dr. Barr is the so personable and knowledgeable. He always makes sure I know all I need to know about my condition. I feel so blessed to have him as my Eye Specilist.

Apr 25, 2024

5 out of 5
100% trust in Dr Barr's care

Apr 7, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Barr is excellent!

Apr 6, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr Barr is an excellent doctor and I am extremely grateful for him!

Apr 1, 2024

4.6 out of 5
Excellent staff and physician (Dr. Charles Barr).

Mar 29, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Barr is a fine physician.

Mar 16, 2024

4.56 out of 5
Dr. Barr is great!

Mar 10, 2024

5 out of 5
I trust Dr. Barr & am grateful for his expertise.

Mar 1, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Barr has been treating me for past 30 years and has my complete history. I firmly believe I have vision today is due to his expertise.

Mar 1, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Barr is very talented in his field.

Mar 1, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Barr is very thorough and is an outstanding doctor!

Feb 29, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Barr is a very good eye specialist doctor and is very knowledgeable about his profession and always address patients concerns and questions.

Feb 28, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr Barr is great!!

Feb 25, 2024

5 out of 5
Dr. Barr is very kind and knowledgeable; I appreciate the fact that he saw me and answered my questions.

Feb 23, 2024

5 out of 5
Patient of Dr Barr for 25 years. He is the best !

Feb 16, 2024

5 out of 5
Excellent physician (Dr. Charles Barr).

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