Dr. Melissa Barbor, OD

Dr. Melissa Barbor, OD

Optometrist

At a glance

4.89 stars (350 reviews)
98% are satisfied with this provider ·
Works at Eye Doctors of Washington
Speaks English
Offers appointments for children and teens
Accommodating office and services for children of all ages
4.89
350 reviews
Bedside manner
4.9
Wait time
4.3

Recent reviews

Modern, friendly office. Very professional. Seen on time, treated well, not rushed through. Will be back!
Dr. Melissa Barbor is an excellent professional. I highly recommend her to anyone who would need the unique specialized services she provides and the expertise she has. In addition, Dr. Barbor has a very well trained and diligent team. I want to express my thanks again to Dr. Barbor and her team.
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Popular visit reasons

Contact Lenses
Diabetic Retinopathy
Double Vision
Eye Emergency Visit
Eye Infection
Eyeglasses
General Eye Consultation
Routine Eye Exam
Contact Lenses
Diabetic Retinopathy
Double Vision
Eye Emergency Visit

More about Dr. Melissa Barbor, OD

Dr. Barbor graduated with honors from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 1992. During her training she completed an internship in ocular disease at Omni Eye Services in Atlanta, Georgia, a pediatric internship at The Eye Institute at The Pennsylvania College of Optometry and a contact lens internship with Dr. William Morrison, one of the pioneers in soft contact lens technology. Dr. Barbor has been practicing in the DC metro area for the past 18 years. She has extensive experience in managing and treating ocular disease, post-surgical care and contact lens fitting. She has served as a clinical investigator for clinical trials ranging from new pharmaceutical formulations to intraocular lens implants. She is currently a trainer for research sites participating in trials for the treatment of Diabetic Macular Edema and Age-related Macular Degeneration. The National Board of Examiners in Optometry appointed her a clinical examiner in the year 2000 and she has served consistently over the past 11 years. She has conducted workshops at Georgetown University on contact lens fitting and evaluation. She is a reviewer for the Council on Practitioner Education and a member of the international Tear Film and Ocular Surface Society. She and her husband and daughter have lived in Chevy Chase, Maryland for the past 6 years. They love going to the movies and riding bikes in Rock Creek Park. Every year they manage to fit in some skiing and some time at the beach. Dr. Barbor welcomes you to her practice and urges you to contact her with any questions or concerns.

Education & experience

Education

Salus University, Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Doctor of Optometry

Practice

Eye Doctors of Washington

Certifications

National Board of Examiners in Optometry

Professional memberships

Optometric Council on Refractive Technology
Tear Film & Ocular Surface Society

Awards and publications

Presidential Who's Who - Eye Care Professional of the Year (2011).

Background

Languages spoken

English

Gender

Female

NPI number

#1477589042

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.89
Wait time
4.34
Bedside manner
4.88
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I found Dr. Barbor very nice, she gave me time to ask questions and gave me pertinent answers. I didn't feel rushed at all.
Very nice, smooth, professional, and overall great experience. Dr. Barbor was wonderful and the follow-up was great too.
Verified patient
Dr. Barbor is highly competent and has an excellent memory for patient detail. I trust her recommendations completely.
Verified patient
So annoyed when doctors run late! She was over 30 minutes late, which has seriously messed up my appointments today.
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It was a pleasant experience and she was very informative about the different options I had for vision correction.
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Extremely professional and knowledgeable. Best eye doctor I have had after 30 years of wearing contacts and glasses.
It was very impressive on how professional and caring she was about her patients. I would definitely recommend her.
Verified patient
I feel very comfortable talking to her and she fully answers my questions. I am very happy with this eye doctor.
Dr. Barbor was very thorough and professional. I would feel very comfortable being treated by her in the future!
Verified patient
Excellent--very professional.She spent time with me discussing my overall situation. I felt well taken care of.
Except for an unexpected fee the visit went very well. Dr. Barbor responded to my issues and concern very well
Verified patient
Very knowledgable and competent. Willing to tolerate and answer my constant questioning. A great eye doctor
Dr. Barbor was professional, answered all of my questions and was very generous with her time and knowledge.
Modern, friendly office. Very professional. Seen on time, treated well, not rushed through. Will be back!
very pleasant and professional. I felt as though Dr. Barbor listened to my concerns and was responsive.
Verified patient
Very caring, thorough and professional. She spends time with her patients and is good with children.
She was very kind and understanding. I hate and fear anything to do with eyes and she put me at ease.
Excellent - I live in NYC and without hesitation I would return to DC for another visit, if need be.
Verified patient
She was great! Found the problem and treated it. My eye is finally better after 3 weeks of redness.
Both the tech and Dr. Barbor were great. Thorough work, never felt rushed, all questions answered.
Verified patient
She was great and the initial assistant that preps you for the dr was one of the best I have met.
Verified patient
Thorough eye examination. Explained every step of the process. Relaxed atmosphere put me at ease.
Verified patient
Dr. Barbor is very efficient, knowledgeable and a pleasure to talk with during the appointment.
Verified patient
Routine annual exam, very thorough and complete. Have been seeing Dr. Barbor for many years.
Verified patient
Everything was great except the wait time, but long waits are not typical of this office.
Verified patient
Been my Eye Doctor for over 20 yrs! She is alway very good...and I have complex eye issues.
Verified patient
Office staff very friendly and helpful. Dr Barbor was great…very thorough and thoughtful.
Verified patient
She awesome treat me with the best of respect and explain everything that she about to do.
Verified patient
Excellent doctor! She was very patient and provided me my first ever glasses prescription.
She showed patience and understanding, She answered all my questions. Very professional.
Verified patient
Very possitive experience, they take their time to address your needs and listen to you.
Verified patient
She's very friendly and to the point. Good eye doctor. I will definitely be going back.
Verified patient
Dr. Barbor has been taking care of my eyes for several years and I trust her implicitly.
Verified patient
I like her because she explains everything thoroughly, and I understand what she says.
All-around excellent, would hightly recommend her! My husband also recommends her.
Very, very professional and extremely competent and patient.....Highly recommend!
Verified patient
She saw me on short notice because I am planning to travel. It was a big help.
Outstanding! Highly recommended. It was a pleasure and I wish her all the best.
Verified patient
Very professional and helpful, gave me great suggestions for minimizing costs.
She was great. Gave a good eye exam and gave sound advice. Would recommend.
Wonderful - professional, fast, but took the time to answer all my questions.
Very professional! Very understanding and patient.. Easy to communicate with.
Verified patient
Dr. Barbor is an excellent doctor. The best eye doctor I have ever been to.
Always a pleasure to see Dr. Barbor! She is very clear and helpful to me!
Verified patient
It was very wonderful! She listened to me and answered all my questions.
Dr. Barbor answered my questions and spent adequate time examining me.
Very thorough and explained everything clearly. She is very personable.
I appreciate Dr. Barbour and the staff at Eye Doctors of Washington.
Verified patient
Dr. Barbor was great! Very friendly and explained everything clearly.
Verified patient
Very pleased - she's professional, clearly competent..i.was impressed
Frequently asked questions

What practice does Dr. Melissa Barbor work with?

Dr. Melissa Barbor works with Eye Doctors of Washington.

Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Barbor have?

Dr. Melissa Barbor is certified by National Board of Examiners in Optometry.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Melissa Barbor?

Dr. Melissa Barbor frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eye Infection, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Melissa Barbor on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Melissa Barbor speak?

Dr. Melissa Barbor speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Melissa Barbor in reviews?

350 patients have reviewed Dr. Melissa Barbor. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.89/5. They have a 4.88/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.34/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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