Jerry Barker Jr., MD, DABR, FACR, is a well-versed radiation oncologist who diagnoses and treats patients at Texas Cancer Specialists in Fort Worth, Texas. “Having trained at multiple different leading cancer centers has taught me that there is more than one philosophy and more than one approach to treating most cancers. This allows me to guide patients through treatment options with a goal of choosing the treatment that is truly the best for them” noted Dr. Barker Jr. Furthermore, he has staff memberships at several local hospitals, including Baylor Scott & White Health. As a radiation oncologist, he has dedicated training and unique experience in the controlled use of radiation to treat cancer. His impressive professional journey spans twenty years. His areas of expertise cover the treatment of cancers of the head and neck, treatment of cancers of the genitourinary tract, conformal radiotherapy/IMRT/IGRT and palliative/supportive care for very symptomatic patients. Dr. Barker Jr. was inspired in his career choice by his visits to his dad’s radiation office when he was just 4 years old. His philosophy of care reflects his experience with cancer as a relative, not just as a radiation oncologist. His grandmothers, mother, and uncle having been diagnosed and treated for cancer. For more information about Dr. Jerry Barker, please visit https://www.texascancercares.com/#bio.

Get to know Radiation Oncologist Dr. Jerry Barker, Jr., who serves patients in Fort Worth, Texas.

Skilfully trained in radiation oncology, Dr. Barker, Jr. is a physician at Texas Cancer Specialists  in Fort Worth, Texas. His acclaimed career in medicine began after he earned his medical degree from UT Southwestern Medical School. He then served his internship at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, and his residencies at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics and the University of Washington Medical Center. This was followed by a fellowship in radiology oncology at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. In addition to being a Fellow of the American College of Radiology (FACR), he is a Diplomate of the American Board of Radiology (DABR).

Jerry Barker Jr., MD, DABR, FACR, attended UT Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, TX, and received his medical degree in 1997. Then, he served his internship at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas (1997-1998). Furthermore, he conducted his residency in radiation oncology at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics (1998-2000) and the University of Washington Medical Center (2000-2002), where he also served as Chief Resident. In addition, he completed his fellowship training in head and neck radiation oncology at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Dr. barker Jr. received board certification in radiation oncology from the American Board of Radiology, as well as board certification in hospice & palliative medicine from the American Board of Hospice & Palliative Medicine. Moreover, he attained fellowship of the American College of Radiology. In addition to his medical degree, he holds a Magna Cum Laude BS degree in Biology and a Magna Cum Laude AA degree in Bible Studies Abilene Christian University (1993). Outside work, Dr. Barker Jr. enjoys traveling, hiking, fly-fishing, and Tex-Mex food with his family. For more information about Dr. Jerry Barker Jr., please visit https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/3016307-Jerry-Barker-Radiation-Oncologist.