What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.25
Average wait time
3.39
Bedside manner
4.35
“Doctor was very personable. He answered all of my questions and also made sure to explain everything thoroughly. ”
Tiffany O.June 6, 2025
“The office staff was very friendly, the doctor was very thorough and friendly. I felt very comfortable and cared for as a patient.”
Marci R.April 2, 2025
About Dr. Benjamin Barrah
After graduating from medical school, Dr Barrah was a Dermatology Houseofficer. He completed postgraduate training in Clinical Dermatology at the University of London and served as Graduate Education Specialty Trainee fellow in Dermatology & Cutaneous Surgery at the University of Miami School of Medicine. Dr. Barrah completed residency training in Internal Medicine at Woodhull Hospital in New York.
Dr. Benjamin Barrah is a board-certified physician providing a wide range of medical, skin and aesthetic services to patients in his Brooklyn, New York practice where he also precepts students and resident doctors. He is member of several professional organizations and he is affiliated with New York Presbyterian Methodist Hospital and Interfaith Hospital, Brooklyn.
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Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- Interfaith Medical Center
- New York Methodist Hospital
Board certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine
Education and training
- Medical School - University of Benin College of Medical Sciences, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
- University of London (Clinical Dermatology)
- Medical Residency Internal Medicine
- Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center, Residency in Internal Medicine
Professional memberships
- American College of Physicians
- American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1194873273
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.25
Wait time
3.39
Bedside manner
4.35
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Doctor was very personable. He answered all of my questions and also made sure to explain everything thoroughly.
June 6, 2025Tiffany O.Verified patient
Dr Barrah good but the staff are very bad I went there I seat for more than 40 minute and the nurse make mistake in my name
June 4, 2020Initials hidden
Receptionist, medical assistant and the doctor were extremely kind and helpful. Dr. Barrah was very personable and helpful.
December 21, 2017Bethany F.Verified patient
Dr. Barrah is very personable and truly cares for his patient. The wait was a bit long but it's worth it. Highly recommend.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Listen to my issues. Was warm and pleasant. Will be going back for my medical care. Staff was very professional and caring.
November 11, 2015Olisa W.Verified patient
Amazingly friendly and knowledgeable staff! So glad I found an great doctor in my neighborhood! #SupportingBlackBusinesses
April 11, 2019Jeremiah Ò.Verified patient
It's so rare to see a doctor who is friendly and yet still professional. He was polite and respectful towards my concerns.
August 25, 2011Anetta L.Verified patient
The staff were very kind and Dr. Barrah was knowledgeable and went out of his way to be helpful in a complicated scenario.
October 9, 2018Desmond W.Verified patient
Very personable and informative. Gave me information about having healthier skin as well as some options for scar removal.
August 5, 2015Timothy C.Verified patient
He is very kind as willing to get to the root of the problem. He seems to consider all factors before making a diagnosis
April 4, 2019Amber F.Verified patient
Cool doctor and staff. Very friendly, nice, and knowledgeable. Facility itself is not the best, but it gets the job done.
More than 1 year agoLanee S.Verified patient
Doctor Barrah took his time and he explained how the human body works and why I’m having my issues. Thank you Doctor ??
January 22, 2018Katrina D.Verified patient
Friendly & funny! If you don't like doctor visits (like me), he will surely lift your mood some & make you feel at ease
November 5, 2014Nilsa S.Verified patient
More professional and more diagnosis i think. I have cancer forgiveful memory amd smoke ciggerattis need more a refeal
July 27, 2018S G.Verified patient
Excellent visit.Professional, very personable and a caring doctor. Best doctor's appointment I've had in a long time.
January 4, 2016Miguel M.Verified patient
Don't remember about this specific visit, but I have had to wait an extremely long time at this office several times.
More than 1 year agoAngus C.Verified patient
He was great. I felt comfortable with him. Anything I asked he answered. I will definitely be going back to see him.
February 18, 2016Shanice W.Verified patient
It was super fun! Awesome staff, very patient and welcoming. Also, they're super friendly, the doctors made me laugh!
June 10, 2015Sabine J.Verified patient
Dr Danclar is dope, he’s friendly he listens and on point with his evaluations! Very knowledgeable and funny too!
September 8, 2021Travis G.Verified patient
Dr. Barrah is a great guy. Really takes his time with you and explains what's going on medically very succinctly.
November 9, 2017Initials hidden
It took a while but Dr. Barrah was great. Friendly and very educational. He answered all my questions very well.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Barrah was extremely personable and friendly, I feel like I finally found a long-term primary care physician!
More than 1 year agoMichael P.Verified patient
He was ok, he knows his work, a little hypo. Otherwise he was good, but this is my first visit so time will tell.
December 5, 2014Samuel T.Verified patient
Great dr’s but absolutely terrible customer service when it comes to getting your results after being screened.
March 8, 2019Yetubnesh C.Verified patient
He easy going, and very professional. He gives really good advice. And shows that he cares about his patients.
June 15, 2015Ria R.Verified patient
The nurses were great. Doctor Barrah was great. The wait time was a bit long, but I expect that at this point.
January 12, 2018Adam E.Verified patient
Dr. Barrah was thorough and professional. He took the time to listen to concerns and took a detailed history.
January 11, 2011Initials hidden
Staff is friendly and attentive. Dr Barrah is an awesome doctor had me laughing and feeling right at home.
May 26, 2018Initials hidden
He is a really nice person and the staff are friendly. I felt very comfortable throughout the whole visit.
April 5, 2016Initials hidden
First time visit with the doctor. Seems like a nice guy. He is funny too.
DJ Soundz Brooklyn's Finest
January 20, 2016Initials hidden
Very informative. He was attentive and was very sensitive to my needs. He has a great sense of humor.
November 20, 2015Derrick D.Verified patient
WIted over three hours for my appointment and left with no clarity on my condition and what was wrong
November 26, 2018Initials hidden
one of the best doctor visits i've ever had. dr. barrah was exceptionally friendly and knowledgeable.
October 15, 2015Tyler C.Verified patient
This doctor made inappropriate and judgemental comments about decision to have sex before marriage.
December 29, 2013Initials hidden
My appointment was 9:45, I got there at 9:15 by 9:45 I was in the doctors office,, really happy
March 5, 2019Sashana M.Verified patient
Very friendly staff. Everyone smiles. Dr. Barrah is also super cool and very knowledgeable.
April 20, 2018Cedric W.Verified patient
The Dr. Is very helpful and listens to your situation....total time leaving office 1. 1/2 hrs.
July 14, 2017Joann J.Verified patient
He was really damn good. Very helpful, respectful, kind and I think over all worth the wait.
December 7, 2011Simon Alberto C.Verified patient
Makes you visit every 4 months to renew prescription and will not renew unless you come in.
January 10, 2019Initials hidden
Compared to other doctors I've visited, he is the most knowledgeable doctor I've ever met.
February 6, 2015Joshua L.Verified patient
It was a good visit. I did not have to wait long. Everyone was very nice and professional.
May 21, 2015Thomas W.Verified patient
The staff is very professional and courteous, wait time is short to be
seen by Dr Barrah.
April 5, 2019Ryan F.Verified patient
It was a long wait but it was worth it. He is a great doctor and he has a very nice staff
January 5, 2011Dejuan P.Verified patient
No one contacted me to confirm my appointment twice so I never went
March 5, 2024Octavia B.Verified patient
Dr. Barrah is fantastic, but I’ve never waited less than an hour or two to see him.
March 4, 2018Initials hidden
I was helped as soon as I checked in with Dr. Barrah. Good experience with this Dr.
May 15, 2013Initials hidden
Helped me fix my initial symtoms. Didn’t go into depth. Wait time was way too long
September 18, 2018Abhi A.Verified patient
He was very pleasant and even consulted another doctor who specialized in my need.
January 9, 2018Amber F.Verified patient
Dr Harrah gives thorough exams and is very polite. Only issue is the wait time.
June 17, 2020Initials hidden
The wait time was super long and I don’t feel that he fully understood my issues.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
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Which hospital is Dr. Benjamin Barrah affiliated with?
Dr. Benjamin Barrah is affiliated with Interfaith Medical Center and New York Methodist Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Benjamin Barrah work with?
Dr. Benjamin Barrah works with Benjamin Barrah, MD.
Where is Dr. Benjamin Barrah's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Barrah's office is located at 1545 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11213.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Barrah have?
Dr. Benjamin Barrah is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Benjamin Barrah?
Dr. Benjamin Barrah frequently sees patients for Allergy Consultation, Annual Physical, Chiropractic Consultation, Foot Consultation, and Illness. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Benjamin Barrah on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Benjamin Barrah speak?
Dr. Benjamin Barrah speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Benjamin Barrah in reviews?
1043 patients have reviewed Dr. Benjamin Barrah. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.25/5. They have a 4.35/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.39/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.