Dr. Benjamin Barker is an internal medicine and palliative care physician based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and available for palliative care services at the Essen and Gonzales locations. He also oversees the telehealth supportive and palliative care program for patients in a rural setting, ensuring they have the same holistic access to these vital services.
Dr. Barker has extensive experience as a hospitalist for more than 15 years and was recognized as a Fellow of the Society of Hospital Medicine (FHM). He is board certified in internal medicine, hospice and palliative medicine and has received the Aesculapian Society Excellence in Teaching Award from Louisiana State University School of Medicine. As an internal medicine and palliative care physician, Dr. Barker is dedicated to delivering compassionate, comprehensive care that supports patients throughout every stage of treatment.
Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center
Fellowship: LSUHSC in Baton Rouge in partner with Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center (palliative care) Chief Residency: LSUHSC in New Orleans (internal medicine) Residency: Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center (LSUHSC) in New Orleans (internal medicine)
Undergraduate: Louisiana State University; Baton Rouge, LA
Fellow in Hospital Medicine of the Society of Hospital Medicine (FHM) Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners (MD license) American Board of Internal Medicine (internal medicine) Aesculapian Society Excellence in Teaching Award (LSUHSC in New Orleans)
