Overall Patient Rating
A graduate of Rhodes College and Vanderbilt University, Leah has been helping patients since 1998. Leah’s specialty is non-surgical management of urogynecologic issues in women, such as bladder or bowel leakage, pelvic organ prolapse, bladder infections, and overactive bladder. She also helps patients decide if and when surgical treatment makes sense.
“I can remember wanting to work in the field of women’s healthcare as a child, I loved the idea of helping moms and babies. Although I no longer work in obstetrics, my interest in the care of women has not faded,” she explains. “Within my current field of Urogynecology, I am fortunate to work with women on problems that have a major impact on quality of life.” Leah says her goal is to work closely with her patients to develop a treatment plan. “I try to take into consideration and be aware of the reasons why a treatment plan might not be successful, like cost, time or fear.”
Leah loves the fact that with her skills she can help women better understand their problem and live a better life. “That doesn’t always mean a cure, but it does mean that a woman is less worried about her diagnosis, that she understands what is happening in her body, and that she knows she has good options for treatment.”
In her spare time Leah loves to read and travel.
Star ratings are based on patient responses to the question, “How Likely are you to Recommend Care Provider?” The average score is then displayed in an easy to view, 5-star format. Learn more about how we measure our patient experience. (opens in new window)
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Leah is caring and a great listener. She understands my concerns and is attentive to them. She is aware that I prefer to take as little medication as possible and tries to address that concern. I am also reluctant to take meds that compromise memory and she finds medications for me that do not have that side effect. She is very pleasant to work with and I feel that she really cares about me.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Very pleasant and easy to speak too
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Leah is the third doctor I’ve seen about my ongoing medical issue and she is the first provider I felt not only listened to me and my concerns but actually gave me a diagnosis and treatment options! She didn’t dismiss me and answered all the questions I had. I’m so grateful for her.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
very caring and informative about my care
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Professional helpful and respectful
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
She was great
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Professional, knowledgeable, easy to talk to
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
She is very likable
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Professional, caring, considerate, and extremely knowledgeable. Excellent skills and kind.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Leah is very knowledgeable about everything. I feel very comfortable talking with her. I leave with all my questions answered. She is wonderful!
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Leah us an amazing care giver. Kind, knowledgeable, warm, and helpful.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Leah is kind and attentive and excellent in her care. I would highly recommend her. She has been very helpful to me.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
She provides great care.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Leah explained in detailed what my options were. She has a wonderful demeanor and she seems to care about her patients.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Very caring provider
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
She is lovely, knowledgable, understanding. I really enjoy her and everyone in office!
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
She is very nice. She spends the time with you. She explains things so you understand.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Both Leah and Margaret are great! They've helped resolve some troubles my [omitted]yo mom has been having.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
A lovely person, very caring
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Very responsive and sensitive to my needs
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Her bedside manner is impeccable
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
She was very nice and knowledgeable about my issue.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
She took the time to review my issue and followed up with necessary tests.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
She is very professional, easy to talk to and answers all questions. Gives me choices in my care plan.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Felt heard and given options to think about
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr Barker is one of the best doctors I have ever had. She is very attentive, great listener, caring, she takes in consideration everything patient says, all test results, previous history. It makes her diagnostic extremely accurate. She helped me like no other doctor in the last fourth years. I don’t have enough words to say how grateful I am for her.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
She seems to know what she is doing.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
She listens carefully to me, and answers accordingly.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Leah is very professional very knowledgeable she makes you feel at ease. She will answer any questions you might have. She is caring and will listen to you and will not rush you through. She is the best!!
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Knowledge and professionalism
This patient rated the doctor 4.5 out of 5 stars.
So far, I have met with Leah only twice. But she seems well informed about the issue I face. Still, I don’t really know her all that well. A few more visits would be beneficial.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
I have referred NP Leah Barker to my [omitted] who had an issue and wanted my recommendation for a great Gynecologist and she thinks the world of her too!
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Professional, genuine, efficient, listened, Shared recommendations,
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Knowledgeable, kind, compassionate and highly competent
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Leah is vey professional and personable; she answered my questions. She responded quickly with answers to my questions that required a bit of research.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
I was impressed with the professionalism and knowledge of Leah Barker.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
very informative and explained everything about the medication and it's effects,
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Kind, knowledgeable and explained everything very well.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Leah is always cheerful and very helpful
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Leah is the MOST wonderful and compassionate and wonderfully kind person. She exudes caring interest and warmth to her patients. She made a difficult situation a very easy and relaxed one. She is the reason why I am decided to fill out this (very long survey)!
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Leah was very good! Kind and composed. Very professional
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Leah is very caring and explained things. Takes the time with you, is pleasant and understanding. I give her a 10+
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
She is thorough. She takes the time to listen & explain treatments for you.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
This was the first appointment I had with Leah Barker, NP and I was so impressed with her. We first spoke about my health how I was feeling, then asked if I would like a chaperone, I said, no thank you. Leah respected my modesty, she was very gentle during the exam and told me everything what she was doing. Afterwards, we spoke and Leah discussed everything and made sure that I understood and why she prescribed the medication. I would highly recommend her. She actually asked me if I would like to see a "partner" at WMC" closer to where I leave, but I wanted to follow up with her. She's very thorough in her exam and very caring!!!!
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Leah is very knowledgeable about combination urology and gynecology issues.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Respectful, thorough, responsive to my questions/needs, professional, and very knowledgeable.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Professional. Caring. Efficient.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Leah is excellent! Her knowledge and professionalism is outstanding. I would highly recommend her. The takes excellent care of me.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
She was very approachable, intelligent, and compassionate. Leah communicated well with me both in providing information and responding to my questions.
This patient rated the doctor 4 out of 5 stars.
I like Leah
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
she is a good listener and works well and explains
This patient rated the doctor 4 out of 5 stars.
Very nice personality, kind, respectful,
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Leah is very professional and very knowledgeable. She always answers my questions and always asked if I have any questions and makes sure I understand what to expect. She always makes me feel comfortable. Leah is truly a great NP
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
She is very professional yet relates on a personal level
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Very satisfied with her
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Womens Health Care Nurse Practitioner
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Medical Education: Vanderbilt University School Of Nursing
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