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Dr. Elena Barnes, MD

Dr. Elena Barnes, MD

Rheumatology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Elena Barnes, MD is a rheumatologist in Melbourne, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Barnes has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. She graduated from Yaroslavl State Medical Academy in 1997. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cape Canaveral Hospital and Holmes Regional Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 57 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (57 reviews)

Practice

1223 Gateway Dr Melbourne, FL 32901
Telehealth available
(321) 361-5632

Dr. Barnes is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Barnes specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Barnes' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Barnes

4.3

57 ratings, 23 with a written review
5 Star
77%
77%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
7%
7%
1 Star
12%
12%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
PebKit – Aug 27, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Apr 22, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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S Salerno – Jul 03, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Martin – Dec 02, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
3 people found this helpful
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Jun 17, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
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Kathy Peebles – Nov 21, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Apr 18, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ms taylor in Cocoa beach , FL – Feb 27, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Melbourne, FL – Feb 04, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Marion V in Palm Bay, FL – Jan 04, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rick K in Viera, FL – Jun 05, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 15, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rockledge, FL – Mar 18, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Melbourne, FL – Aug 11, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Satellite Beach, FL – Jun 21, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
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Kim in Rockledge – Apr 19, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Tony Evans in hooksett, nh – Apr 01, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Melbourne, FL – Mar 22, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Satellite Beach, FL – Jan 18, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
John P in Palm Bay, FL – Jan 12, 2017
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About Me

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Dr. Elena Barnes, MD is a rheumatologist in Melbourne, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Barnes has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. She graduated from Yaroslavl State Medical Academy in 1997. She...read more

  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Yaroslavl State Medical Academy

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Rheumatology
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Dr. Barnes is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Health First Medical Group LLC1223 Gateway Dr Melbourne, FL 32901
    1
    Office3300 S Fiske Blvd Rockledge, FL 32955
    2

    Practice

    Health First Medical Group LLC205 E Nasa Blvd Melbourne, FL 32901
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Viera Hospital

      8745 N Wickham Rd
      Melbourne, FL 32940
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Cape Canaveral Hospital

      701 W Cocoa Beach Cswy
      Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Holmes Regional Medical Center

      1350 Hickory St
      Melbourne, FL 32901
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      71%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality