Bryan Bell Barnes

Bryan Bell Barnes, MD

Neurological Surgery

Primary Contact

(706) 548-6881

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Neurological Surgery

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Georgia Neurological Surgery & Comprehensive Spine

2142 W Broad St
Bldg 100 Ste 200
Athens, GA 30606

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Monday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Thursday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Friday
8:00am - 12:30pm
Georgia Neurological Surgery & Comprehensive Spine

About

Dr. Barnes is a fellowship-trained, board-certified neurosurgeon with a particular interest in spine surgery, including minimally invasive surgical techniques.

A native of Rhode Island, Dr. Barnes joined Georgia Neurological Surgery and Comprehensive Spine in 2005. He completed his pre-medical education at Brown University in Providence, R.I., and his medical education at the University of Connecticut in Farmington. He went on to complete a general surgery internship and neurosurgery residency at Emory Clinic in Atlanta. He then completed a fellowship on spine surgery at Wake Forest School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, N.C. He is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery and is a clinical assistant professor of neurology at the Augusta University/University of Georgia Medical Partnership in Athens.

Since residency, Dr. Barnes has focused on outpatient spine surgery and minimally invasive techniques that help speed patient recovery by using small incisions. He has three U.S. patents pending for spinal implants and minimally invasive spinal systems, and recently completed textbook chapter on robotic spine surgery. Other areas of clinical interest include redo spine surgery, spinal tumors, and spinal trauma.

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Education & Certifications

Education

Education:
University of Connecticut School of Medicine (Farmington) (1997)

Internship:
Emory University Hospital (General Surgery) (1998)

Residency:
Emory Affiliated Hospitals (Neurological Surgery) (2004)

Fellowship:
Wake Forest University School of Medicine (Spine Surgery) (2005)

Board Certifications

Neurological Surgery, American Board of Neurological Surgery (2008)

Medical Group

Medstaff

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.9 out of 5

(239 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

70 Reviews

02/17/2026

He take time with you and be upfront about what going on with you

02/13/2026

The doctor was very patient very much informed on what was going on with me and explaining what was the best options for me

02/09/2026

Great doctor....so grateful for his skills.

02/06/2026

Excellent neurosurgeon.

02/02/2026

Great experience overall.

01/16/2026

Continue to provide the professional standards you’ve already achieved.

01/12/2026

Very good

01/09/2026

Was satisfied

01/08/2026

Exceptional experience

12/22/2025

It was nice meeting you, Dr. Barnes! Thank you for taking care of me!!

12/16/2025

Professional, caring, listened , answered all questions.

12/16/2025

He was very good at explaining my surgery and hope a very good outcome after surgery. I have been in pain for several years, and hope this procedure will give me some relief. Hoping it will help my mobility. Talking with Dr. Barnes I feel with PT and time, maybe I will be back to my old self.

12/09/2025

Great

12/09/2025

Professional, answering all concerns before surgery. After surgery, gives you answers so you are assured of your step in healing.

12/02/2025

Great man, good personal communication skills, and even better surgeon

12/01/2025

Thanks

12/01/2025

He is understanding, cares about my well being and is very informative as to what my best plan of action should be.

11/25/2025

He is a good model for other doctors.

11/25/2025

I'll let you know more after my surgery on December 12.

11/25/2025

Could have just called with X-Ray results. Beats me having to find a ride, one that can handle a person in a wheelchair, and trek over to Athens. I really have no bad opinions about Dr. Barnes. He’s a great doctor and I would highly recommend him to others!

11/24/2025

They take time to work out ANY problems in a friendly way.

11/17/2025

He is an amazing surgeon. So lucky he provided my care.

11/17/2025

The only issue I have is im having trouble getting his order to the other dr office to get my procedure done.

11/17/2025

The Doctor was both very professional and personal. Explained medical examination findings and treatment options. I felt very comfortable with his diagnosis, assessment, and treatment options.

11/03/2025

I wish all my providers were like Dr. Barnes. It’s evident he truly cares about his patients.

10/28/2025

My provider Barnes Bryan explain everything well to me

10/28/2025

Dr Barnes is very personable, polite and professional.

10/28/2025

Has good people skills and listens to you.

10/21/2025

Dr Barnes is very proactive in helping me with my back issues. He has been my doctor since Mar/Apr 2006. He is very caring toward his patients and I appreciate that.

10/20/2025

I have met with a lot of doctors through the years. Dr. Barnes was by far the most patient, and down to earth doctor I’ve ever met. He was able to explain the situation with terms and words that made sense to me. His bedside manner is outstanding!

10/13/2025

All good

10/07/2025

Truly a great Dr and surgeon who takes time with his patients.

10/06/2025

Very satisfying and I’m very professional for everybody

10/03/2025

Give him a Gold Star

10/03/2025

Dr. Barnes is an exceptional doctor with INCREDIBLE bed side manner. He is so calm, assuring, confident, and compassionate. I thought I was looking at surgery, but I am not. He lifted the fear of the world off my shoukders. He has set forth a path for me and I will do everything he says. Very grateful

09/30/2025

a great Doctor Who listens to his patients and recommend the best options

09/29/2025

Dr Barnes is one of my favorite Dr. He always takes time to explain all issues and options. He and his staff are always friendly and understanding.

09/29/2025

I think he's trying to solve my issues and get me well again

09/15/2025

Professionally well informed and compassionate !

09/08/2025

He listened, had obviously read my file, listened to my history of injuries before making any judgment. He did not automatically talk about having surgery. We were very impressed.

09/05/2025

All good

09/05/2025

Answered many questions I had with patience.

08/19/2025

Dr Barnes came to me highly recommended and I agree with the recommendation.

08/18/2025

Just very knowledgeable, easy to understand and has a wonderful bedside manner.

08/12/2025

Listens to my concerns and very helpful with which way to go with problems. Thank you Dr Barnes!!

08/12/2025

A very kind and approachable doctor.

08/11/2025

He made sure I had a plan that I could implement for my treatment and recovery.

08/11/2025

Dr Barnes is so awesome he cares about his patients and there well being

08/08/2025

He took time with me which is rare. Excellent bedside manner.

08/05/2025

It ant broke, don't nix it. Dr. Darnes was very personal. Liked him. Marcus

08/05/2025

It is very good and very professionally

07/28/2025

Dr. Barnes is FABULOUS. Highly recommend. He is a skilled surgeon and an excellent listener. He always has good advice and completes any paperwork in a timely manner. His office stays in constant communication when needed.

07/28/2025

Everything went well

07/25/2025

He has been my doctor for years. He is tops in my opinion. I wouldn’t see anyone else.

07/07/2025

I love Dr. Barnes and I think he is the best.

06/30/2025

Very valuable time with Dr. Barnes. Spent quite a bit of time with me discussing the details if my condition and next possible steps.

06/27/2025

He’s a great man and he loves what he does because it shows in his work.

06/24/2025

Knew her stuff and me!

06/17/2025

DR. BARNES has always been an excellent back surgeon!

06/17/2025

Everybody was awesome

06/03/2025

sincerely concerned about each patient.

06/02/2025

Just totally awesome

05/12/2025

Very nice

05/05/2025

Very good

04/22/2025

Very good

04/21/2025

very pleased

04/15/2025

Felt very comfortable

03/31/2025

All good

03/31/2025

Dr Barnes is very kind and professional. He always listens to what I have to say about my health. He's excellent in his field.

03/28/2025

Good experience
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