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Nathan G. Barford, D.O.
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10 Miracle Mile Drive
Rochester, NY 14623
About Me
Dr. Barford earned his medical degree from A.T. Still University – Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Missouri. He completed residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Case Western Reserve University/MetroHealth in Cleveland, Ohio, then completed a fellowship in Musculoskeletal Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic. He is specialty board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and is an Assistant Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at URMC. He currently serves as chief of the Musculoskeletal Medicine division as well as Associate Director of Informatics for the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
Certified Specialties
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Faculty Appointments
Assistant Professor of Clinical Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (SMD)
Credentials
Residency & Fellowship
Fellowship, Cleveland Clinic Foundation. 2018 - 2019
Residency, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, MetroHealth Medical Center Graduate Medical Education. 2014 - 2018
Education
DO | Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. 2014
Publications
Journal Articles
Lazaro, RM; Smith, KJ; Bawany, MH; Barford, N; Paul, JH.
A Pilot Study of Knee and Hip Osteoarthritis Patient Experience with Telemedicine During the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Ratings & Comments
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Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
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Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
Patient Comments
I was seen by a fellow and then the doctor. Both were very nice and made sure that I completely understood my options moving forward.
Feb 24, 2025
Good
Feb 23, 2025
Dr Barford has been really attentive during my visits with him
Feb 20, 2025
Great doctor and staff
Feb 16, 2025
Excellent consideration and communication
Feb 14, 2025
Doctor B was great he told everything that was going on before anything was done
Feb 07, 2025
Dr was empathetic and professional
Feb 01, 2025
Dr. Barford, very professional, experienced, listens well, asks questions, examines the pain and non pain areas, mobility of limb, gives top care that is available to, both as a doctor in charge and to the patient.
Jan 21, 2025
Dr Barford was professional and compassionate. . He explained test results and radiological findings as well as his assessment thoroughly.
Jan 11, 2025
Dr Barford was very concerned and informative on treatments moving forward.
Dec 21, 2024
Dr. BARFORD explained thoroughly my situation.
Dec 13, 2024
Very happy with my first visit with this doctor.
Dec 11, 2024
Dr. Barford has outstanding communication skills.
Dec 08, 2024
Highly recommend Dr. Barford!!
Nov 16, 2024
I have advise my friends to get a referral. Office is outstanding
Nov 01, 2024
The doctor was very thorough, I thought very knowledgeable, and very professional Plus, he had a fantastic bedside manner. I would recommend him to anybody
Oct 26, 2024
Dr. Very informative. Discussed many options
Oct 19, 2024
I recommended my mom to come here for her knee replacement
Oct 17, 2024
Dr. Barford is a great communicator. I felt respected and listened to.
Oct 07, 2024
Dr. Barford is an outstanding practitioner. He listens, he explains, and never brushes off concerns.
Oct 06, 2024
Dr guided me through with good info
Oct 05, 2024
Helpful and professional
Oct 02, 2024
Dr Barford is an excellent caring physician. I like the way he explained everything to me and took time out of his schedule to do it. It made me feel valued.
Sep 29, 2024
Very satisfied with this practice, and my care
Sep 23, 2024
Dr. Barford is a very thorough doctor. I feel very comfortable with him because he is a kind doctor who listens and answers my questions. We discuss my treatment together and come up with a plan....together. I feel like an individual and not just another number to push through. He never rushed me. I appreciate his type of doctoring.
Sep 13, 2024
Informative and explained further treatments and options.
Aug 22, 2024
Dr Barford is excellent at listening and has several ideas for helping me get better from knee pain . The Fellow who is working with him was extremely knowledgeable as well . I felt the appointment was very beneficial.
Aug 13, 2024
Dr Barford is THE BOMB!!!
Jul 26, 2024
Dr and team are good listeners and explained everything. I felt comfortable asking questions.
Jul 21, 2024
This care provider is exceptional. Unlike Drs [...] who TELL me what he will do, Dr. Barford explains all that can be done and includes me in the decision making. Any questions I have, he answers thoroughly. He has never become impatient. We decided together what WE will do next
Jun 28, 2024
Dr. Barford listened well to the history of my knee pain and read a summary as well of my present questions/concerns. He took the time to understand how I felt and to explain procedures, as well as future options and treatment recommendations. Great visit!
Jun 26, 2024
I would recommend this provider to others
Jun 15, 2024
Dr Barford is a wonderful doctor
Jun 10, 2024
Dr. Barford is excellent - I am fortunate that he is my physician. I would recommend him to anyone.
May 29, 2024
First visit and I feel it was a very good experience.
Apr 26, 2024
Very attentive to my questions. Took time to explain my current situation and to examine my knees describing what he was doing along the way.
Apr 16, 2024
Dr Barford is an outstanding doctor in all capacities. Kind, good listener and really wants to help relieve pain - solve your problem.
Mar 31, 2024
[...] Superb!! Care.
Mar 21, 2024
Dr. Barford is an excellent doctor
Mar 20, 2024
Dr. Barford is outstanding!
Mar 10, 2024
Reviewed MRI results, discussed physical therapy benefits, pain management with Tylenol and received cortisone injection.
Jan 24, 2024
Really great doctor. Acts as if he has no other patients - just you.
Jan 07, 2024
Dr. Barford takes the time necessary to explain medical issues in a careful, non-condescending way. He has superb skills in this regard.
Dec 20, 2023
I usually say very good but this time I went good because I don't think Dr. Barford [...] comprehended the thing I was trying to explain. But it may be my inability to articulate it properly.
Dec 13, 2023
[...]. Dr. Barford explained everything very well.
Dec 11, 2023
I was very impressed(and appreciative) with the thoroughness of his evaluation and his explanations of future goals. He demonstrated genuine concern regarding my medical issues.
Nov 13, 2023
I highly recommend this Doctor to friends & family. Excellent Service.
Nov 09, 2023
He spent some additional time discussing my right knee issues (which I saw him for in [...]), which was much appreciated
Nov 05, 2023
Follow up from in office for xrays was resulted in myChart. Dr Barford told me he would comment there and he did.
Sep 10, 2023
This was my initial appointment. Dr Barford was amazing. Listened, answered questions, knowledgeable, and was caring.
Sep 09, 2023
Excellent. Tried to figure out the best specialist to see next and made referral. [...]
Aug 20, 2023
Dr. Barford was excellent. Very helpful, kind, knowledgeable.
Aug 14, 2023
Impressed by provider's preparation. He had read my history.
Aug 11, 2023
Dr Barford has always been very good. I highly recommend him
Jul 30, 2023
Dr. Barford has very good communication skills and has empathy.
Jul 27, 2023
Very happy with everything.
Jul 21, 2023
I was treated very well and I am (my knees) are getting better
Jul 18, 2023
Very caring
Jun 26, 2023
One of the very best doctors I have seen in a long time! I've already recommended him to a friend.
Jun 17, 2023
Dr. Barford spent time explaining what was happening within my knee. He gave me hope the pain would be better controlled.
May 20, 2023
I am very happy is my doctor. Yes provider discussion new treatment.
May 17, 2023
I have recommended him to others.
May 14, 2023
This was a positive visit. I left feeling good that my shoulder problems were relatively minor and that I can manage well. Will keep on being active and exercising and taking Tylenol. Thank you Dr. Barford.
May 04, 2023
As stated before, you should have a ranking higher than 10 for this provider!
Apr 30, 2023
Dr Barford is friendly and personable young man who listens intently and gives sound advise. His injection given skills are great. They don't feel horrible after completion.
Apr 27, 2023
He was very caring and he spent a lot of time helping me understand the best treatment to start a course to help repair my knee. I liked him.
Apr 20, 2023
He was great!
Apr 16, 2023
Dr. Barford had excellent interpersonal manner and a very calming/easy going personality - I would choose him as a primary if I could.
Apr 08, 2023
The doctor was very helpful is discussing/suggesting options for treating me.
Mar 31, 2023
I was a bit unclear on whether surgery was eligible, however due to the fact that I'm a smoker, I was told they dont perform surgery on smokers.
Mar 20, 2023
Dr. Barford has taken very good care of me throughout this treatment process.
Mar 19, 2023
I have seen Dr. Barford previously for injections.He always listens to how my knee responded to the last injection. We discussed how the ultrasound guided corticosteroid injection would be a better choice this time. I am very appreciative of his care and concern for my health.
Feb 23, 2023
[...] I have already given glowing verbal recommendations and will continue to let people know about this rare and exceptional doctor.
Feb 16, 2023
Excellent bedside manner! So nice and really listened to what I had to say.
Feb 15, 2023
Dr Barford is amazing!!! I recommend him to anyone who has a hip problem like me
Feb 12, 2023
I was completely satisfied with the care I received at the appointment.
Jan 27, 2023
Dr. Barford is consistently provided Excellent care over the years. Very satisfied with his services and the office. Would definitely recommend to others.
Jan 26, 2023
Dr Barford always takes the time to explain treatment options, after care, and any concerns I may have, and I never feel rushed. Every provider should be like him. He's the best!
Dec 09, 2022
I had a number of questions about the treatment options and coverage by my insurance, he was very patient in explaining it all.
Dec 03, 2022
Dr. Barford is a very caring doctor, a good listener, and determined to offer solutions to help my pain. He fit me in the same day as my appointment for an injection. That provided much relief and allowed me to get back to PT and enjoy the holiday without pain.
Nov 29, 2022
Explained everything very clearly!
Oct 03, 2022
I would absolutely recommend Dr. Barford to anyone
Aug 30, 2022
Dr. Barford is very good in bedside manor and In spending sufficient time to make sure I understand. I sense that he is newer and maybe has fewer patients and hope when he gets more that doesn't change.
Aug 07, 2022
Dr. Barford is an attentive listener.
Aug 06, 2022
Dr Barford is by far the most caring, compassionate, understand provider I have ever seen.
Jul 29, 2022
All around Excellente Care from the Doctor, & Staff.
Jul 14, 2022
Very Good Experiences= Overall !
Jun 27, 2022
Very satisfied with DrBarford I'm 88 and he impressed me.
Jun 01, 2022
Dr Barford always takes time in explaining everything, is patient, understanding, and compassionate. I could never ask anything more from a provider or his office. Everyone is fantastic!
May 31, 2022
The doctor was excellent!
May 21, 2022
Excellent explanations of each element/treatment
May 20, 2022
Excellent explanation & recovery options I was surprised & very pleased that procedure could be done in same visit.
May 11, 2022
Terrific
Apr 15, 2022
There was a Resident working with Dr. Barford this visit, Dr. Kang and she should also get a Very Good rating in all these categories since she did the preliminary examination. In fact, put in a new box called EXCELLENT for both of them. They are very knowledgeable and easy professionals to work with.
Apr 02, 2022
These ortho people know their business. I have zero complaints
Mar 25, 2022
Good everything
Mar 23, 2022
Both doctors (he had a resident doctor working with him, and both were great!
Mar 19, 2022
Very comfortable with this provider
Feb 18, 2022
He has a very nice manner with patients
Feb 14, 2022
Excellent care
Feb 06, 2022
Dr. Barford is an attentive and respectful physician. He listened carefully and thoughtfully to my concerns. He explained treatment clearly and assured me that he would be most available able to me if I had any further concerns or problems.
Feb 05, 2022