Dr Dennis Barnes has been a Consultant Physician with an interest in Diabetes & Endocrinology since 1996. His research interest was in diabetic kidney disease and he remains a member of the European Diabetic Nephropathy Study Group. He was Clinical Lead in Diabetes & Endocrinology at Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells (MTW) NHS Trust from 2007 - 2012 and has broad experience in all general areas of Diabetes & Endocrinology.
Dr. Barnes retired from his NHS post at MTW NHS Trust in February 2021 but continues to see patients in the private sector. During his time at MTW NHS Trust, he helped to develop a number of local specialist diabetes services, including the largest Insulin Pump Service in Kent.
In addition to his practice, Dr. Barnes is a passionate educator and takes an active role in medical education and is an MRCP PACES Examiner. He has also been appointed as a Visiting Senior Lecturer at Canterbury Christ Church University in 2021.
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Brilliant explanation of condition, clearly outlining options available to me. I have had this condition for 13 years and no one has explained things to me with such clarity with regards to treatment.
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Dr Barnes has an excellent manner. He is engaging, even enthusiastic, with an obvious passion for his profession.
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I found my consultation with Dr Dennis Barnes to be very helpful. He is very easy to talk to and he is a very experienced practitioner.
5
I would highly recommend Dr Barnes for anyone suffering with thyroid conditions or wider hormonal concerns. He is very kind and thorough, he always makes sure I understand what we have discussed and really listens to what I have to say or issues I am facing. He has helped me get on top of my thyroid condition and find a medicine that works for me and I will continue to go back to him to monitor my condition over the next few years now that it is stable. I couldn’t recommend him more highly and I am very grateful for how much better I feel now my condition is being properly managed!
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He has an easy going bedside manner and his explanations are easy to understand
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I have been looked after by Dr Barnes for the past few year, specifically for Diabetes. I have found Dr Barnes extremely helpful. His explanations are clear and precise enabling me to understand and make decisions on my health. I highly recommend Dr Barnes.
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I have seen Dr Barnes for many years now. He is always cheerful and charming . He makes one feel extremely at ease . He is very thorough with his recall of information and will read through all the previous notes meticulously. He pays great attention to detail. He will review and recommend accordingly. He will explain results in language that can be easily understood. He will also be prompt in sending e mails both to his patients and GP’s. A true professional.
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Dr Barnes was very professional, the consultation was in depth, I would recommend!
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Dr Barnes is very friendly and always puts me at ease. He seems extremely knowledgeable and explains issues very clearly. Over many years he has helped me manage my diabetes very well and he liaises promptly and clearly with my GP.
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I am fortunate to have been under the care of Dr Barnes for some years. I have found him to be thoughtful, an excellent listener and diagnostician and he has devised treatments that deal with various conditions that suit me perfectly. I can’t recommend him highly enough.
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Dr Barnes is a highly experienced Physician with over 30 years working in busy acute NHS Hospital Trusts. He is universally respected by colleagues and provides excellent advice to fellow workers and patients. He has unstintingly worked to improve the lives of his patients, and he has been instrumental in developing new patient centred services and educational aids for patients and doctors. He has contributed to the education and training of doctors and allied healthcare professionals throughout his career to date. He keeps himself up to date and adheres to the GMC principles of Good Medical Practice, and the duties of a doctors registered with the General Medical Council. He is a safe pair of hands and I have no reservations recommending this doctor.
Dr Gerry Saldanha
I have worked with Dennis Barnes for almost 25 years. He is a very experienced, wise and extremely capable consultant colleague. What he doesn't know about endocrinology is not worth knowing! I have no hesitation in asking him to see my patients with metabolic or hormone problems.
Dr Adam Harris
Dr Barnes provides excellent care.
Professor Graeme Catto
What are Dr Dennis Barnes's reviews like?
Dr Dennis Barnes's overall patient rating is 4.96 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 156 reviews
What languages does Dr Dennis Barnes speak?
Dr Dennis Barnes speaks English
Where is Dr Dennis Barnes located?
Dr Dennis Barnes primarily practices at Nuffield Health Tunbridge Wells Hospital, located at Kingswood Road, Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom, TN2 4UL
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What are Dr Dennis Barnes working hours?
Dr Dennis Barnes is working Monday (17:30 - 20:00), Tuesday (13:50 - 20:00)
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