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Brett C. Parker

Brett C. Parker, MD

Feeding and Swallowing Disorders

Gastrointestinal Surgery

Gastrointestinal Minimally Invasive Surgery

Gastrointestinal Motility Disorders

Bariatric Surgery

General Surgery

Minimally Invasive General Surgery

Accepting New Patients
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Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

Languages

  • English

14 Insurances Accepted

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Gender

Male

About Brett C. Parker

Primary Academic Title

Assistant Professor of Surgery

Background

Dr. Brett Parker is a general surgeon and fellowship-trained minimally invasive foregut and bariatric surgeon. He is an Assistant Professor of Surgery and Johns Hopkins and also the Program Director for the Johns Hopkins Advanced GI and Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowship Program.

Dr. Parker is an expert in minimally invasive surgical techniques including advanced laparoscopy and robotic surgery, as well as therapeutic flexible endoscopy. He is interested in promoting the evolving indications for surgical repair of paraesophageal hernias, as well as adjunct procedures surgeons can use to reduce recurrence rates. He offers a wide range of interventions for GERD, including innovative endoscopic therapies, and promotes early surgical referral to discuss and tailor therapy to individual patient circumstances. Dr. Parker also has a robust abdominal wall reconstruction and weight loss surgery practice. He is widely published on the surgical outcomes of foregut surgery, emerging technologies, and innovation, as well as surgical simulation and skills transfer. 

As a member of the Johns Hopkins Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery in the Greater Washington Area, Dr. Parker is dedicated to the best, individualized, patient outcomes.

Learn more about Dr. Parker and his partners within the Johns Hopkins Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery, the Johns Hopkins Heartburn Center and the Johns Hopkins Motility and Neurogastroenterology Center.

Selected Publications

  • Fung, E., & Parker, BC. Esophageal Achalasia: Endolumenal Therapy (R. B. Lim, Ed.). In Multidisciplinary Approach to Common Surgical Problems. Springer Science.

  • Reavis, K., & Parker, BC. Managing GERD in Difficult Situations: Redo Surgery. In Benign Esophageal Disease: Modern Surgical Approaches and Techniques (D.Camacho, Ed.). Springer Nature.

  • Rosser J, Parker BC, Vignesh V. Medical Applications of Drones for Disaster Relief: A Review of the Literature. Surgical Technology International. 33.

  • Rosser, James C, et al. Surgical and Medical Applications of Drones: A Comprehensive Review. Journal of the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons, vol. 22, no. 2, 2018, doi:10.4293/JSLS.2018.00018.

  • Swanstrom, L., & Parker, BC. Surgery for Esophageal Motor Disorders- Achalasia/DES/Jackhammer and EGJOO. In The Esophagus, 6th Edition (D.Castell, Ed.). Wiley Publishing Company.

Honors

  • SAGES/IRCAD France Visiting Fellowship Award
  • Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons Resident Achievement Award, 1/1/17

Memberships

  • Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
  • American Foregut Society
  • American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
  • Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES)

Locations

  1. Sibley Memorial Hospital
    • 5215 Loughboro Road Northwest, Suite 210, Washington, DC 20016
    • Sibley Memorial Hospital
      • 5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, Floor 4, Washington, DC 20016

      Expertise

      Education

      Providence Portland Medical Center

      Fellowship, Minimally Invasive Surgery, 2020

      University at Buffalo Niagara Medical Center

      Residency, General Surgery, 2019

      St George's University School of Medicine

      Medical Education, MD, 2014

      Board Certifications

      Surgery

      American Board of Surgery, 2019

      Insurance

      Johns Hopkins providers accept various commercial health insurance plans. However, they may not be included in all of an insurance company's plans or offerings. This may include Exchange, Medicaid, Medicare, and specific limited benefit plans. Exceptions to participation also exist based on your employer’s benefits package and the provider's location or specialty. Please contact your insurer directly to make sure your doctor is covered by your plan. For more details, please review our Insurance Information.
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      • Aetna
      • CareFirst
      • Cigna
      • First Health
      • Geisinger Health Plan
      • HealthSmart/Accel
      • Humana
      • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
      • MultiPlan
      • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
      • Point Comfort Underwriters
      • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
      • UnitedHealthcare
      • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)

      Ratings & Reviews

      4.9 out of 5

      153 ratings, 47 reviews

      The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

      Overall Rating by Patient
      Average provider Overall Rating by Patient rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
      Provider Listened Carefully
      Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 5 out of 5 stars
      Provider Explained Things Clearly
      Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
      Provider Knew Medical History
      Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
      Provider Showed Respect
      Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 5 out of 5 stars
      Provider Spent Enough Time
      Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
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        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/17/2024

        Very thorough

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/16/2024

        Dr. Parker was phenomenal. While I didn't receive the answers I wanted, I did receive honest and concise answers. Dr. Parker's bedside manner was impeccable. You can tell he has a passion for what he does and he truly cares about his patients and people in general.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/10/2024

        Excellant.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/5/2024

        Absolutely exceptional and brilliant and caring!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/26/2024

        I met with Dr. Brett Parker. Parker was prepared in knowing the reason that I was there for an appointment and was Already familiar with my medical history and so was incredibly knowledgeable about how I might best move forward. He listened patiently to my concerns, answered my questions thoroughly and carefully, and on the whole convinced me that he would be the skilled provider to whom I would return for a procedure. I would wholeheartedly recommend him.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/26/2024

        Dr. Parker addressed all of my concerns and made me feel much better and confident about my healing from surgery.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/12/2024

        I was very impressed that Dr. Parker demonstrated knowledge of my medical history that he had read my chart before meeting me for the first time. He was very pleasant, and kind. He not only listened to, but heard what I was saying. He displayed patience and understanding concerning my medical issue. I would definitely refer any of my friends and family to him.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/7/2024

        Dr Parker and associates provided kind and competent care while I was hospitalized and during past hospital follow up visit. 5 stars out of 5 stars

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/22/2024

        Dr. Parker is amazing he listens he takes his time. He explains everything if we had more doctors in our world like Dr. Parker. It would be a better place and you would have a lot less stressed out patients.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/15/2024

        Dr Parker provided undivided attention, encouraged questions and patiently explained, even drawing pictures of anatomy, to make sure I clearly understood current status of my PEH and procedures to repair if necessary.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/15/2024

        Everything was good

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/8/2024

        I love Dr. Parker. He saved my life.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/8/2024

        Dr. BRETT PARKER HAS GOOD BEDSIDE MANNERS AND HE CARES ABOUT HIS PATIENCE

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/8/2024

        Very professional, clearly knows what he is talking about, and excellent at conveying it to me. He instills confidence.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/1/2024

        He was professional, friendly and made me feel comfortable. He explained my options and his recommendations clearly and answered my questions.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/30/2024

        My Life have been change for The Better Days to come . I was So Bless to have Dr.Brett C. Parker at John's Hopkins Surgery at SIBLEY Hospital Amen

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/17/2024

        Very respectful, took sufficient time to hear my concerns and answer questions.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/17/2024

        Emphatic and knowledgeable

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/10/2024

        Very kind, took time to answer my questions and was respectful

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/5/2024

        Professional and thorough

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/3/2024

        Dr. Parker has diagnosed me in a matter months after misdiagnosis with other doctors for almost 20 years. He actively listened to what had to say and explained everything with care a detail. I never felt rushed or pushed aside at any of my visits. I knew he was committed to figuring out a diagnosis.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/27/2024

        He took time to hear my history and my recent uncontrollable vomiting. After reviewing my test results he asked me to share my myopse results and schedule a follow up visit to discuss my surgery option.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/12/2024

        I am 73 years old for the first time in my life I have Peace. Amen

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/5/2024

        Dr Parker is an excellent surgeon ego has great rapport with patients.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/5/2024

        Dr. Parker is a great doctor there are no words that can explain how great he is

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/1/2024

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/30/2024

        He informed me of what had to be done and time of recovery.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/18/2024

        Very kind n works well with my schedule

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/16/2024

        Excellent communicator with thorough knowledge and understanding of my gastrointestinal condition, great presentation of the medical task and treatment options.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/18/2024

        I trust Dr Parker and always feel better after we meet

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/11/2024

        I appreciated the time Dr. Parker spent with me. He did explain the surgery options very well and clear.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/14/2024

        Very personable, professional, and knowledgeable.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/14/2024

        Provider was excellent. I could not have asked for a better experience

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/6/2024

        Excellent communicator, bed side manner, excellent results.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/2/2024

        I did not have great experiences with other surgeons for my hiatal hernia repair. Dr. Parker took the time to lay out risks and plan of action to make me feelSafe going into the surgery. His level of professionalism and care for my well being was a great change of pace from dealing with dismissive doctors in the past.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/30/2024

        After my surgery, Dr. Parker was excellent in providing care and information. The same was true with my follow-up appointment.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/30/2024

        Dr Parker is wonderful! He's knowledgeable and caring.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/23/2024

        Excellent bedside manner

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/23/2024

        Dr. Parker was professional, knowledgeable, and adept at using his training and experience to explain my injuries, current state of healing, and steps going forward. I would highly recommend him to anyone requiring consultation, diagnosis, or If necessary, surgery.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/23/2024

        I think Dr Parker is an excellent surgeon, did an excellent job with my surgery in Feb 2023, especially considering its complexity. He's a good listener and very positive and friendly.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/23/2024

        Very professional!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/16/2024

        Dr. Parker explained things to me in a way that I could understand and was very patient answering all my questions. He really put me at ease and I didn't feel rushed as I sometimes do with other providers. He's very confident and that made me feel confident in his ability to provide me with great care.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/16/2024

        Knowledgeable and personable

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/4/2024

        Dr Parker was excellent, gave me advice on who, what, when & where on my up coming procedure.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/2/2024

        Very attentive and knowledgeable.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/21/2024

        The doctor very concern about my health decisions about my age & surgery decisions which made since before he decided any thing for my procedure

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/5/2024

        Very articulate, explained complicated procedure well