Richard Barr MD
Radiologist | Body Imaging
250 Debartolo Place Building B Youngstown Ohio, 44512Rating
3/5
About
Dr. Richard Barr is a radiologist practicing in Youngstown, Ohio. Dr. Barr specializes in diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases using medical imaging techniques such as X-Rays, magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography exams. These techniques offer accurate visibility to the inside of the patients body and help to detect otherwise hidden illnesses so that they can be treated quickly and efficiently.
Education and Training
Case Western Reserve University
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
Provider Details
Richard Barr MD's Expert Contributions
What's the earliest I can get a mammogram?
The recommendation is that you start with yearly mammograms 5 years before the time your relative (relative diagnosed at the youngest age) with breast cancer. You should do monthly self exams and tell you physician if you feel anything of concern. If you go on line and look for the Tyler Cusick breast risk calculator it will give you an idea of your risk. If your lifetime risk is >20% many insurance companies will also cover year MRIs or Ultrasounds READ MORE
What if I'm allergic to contrast?
Many years ago the iodinated contrast used in CT was different. The modern contrast has less contrast reactions. If you are concerned, you can take 50 mg of Benadryl before the study. Your doctor may also suggest a short course of steroids if you previously had a bad reaction (difficulty breathing). READ MORE
If I have a shellfish allergy can I have iodine contrast?
As a general role, shellfish allergy does not have any relationship to iodinated contrast. If you are concerned, you can take 50 mg of Benadryl before the study. READ MORE
Mammogram with breast implants
Mammography with implants is done routinely and any good faculty will not burst your implants. You will get additional "pinch" views where the mammogram is taken pushing the implant out of the mammogram. You should have no concerns. READ MORE
Did my dental x-rays harm my baby? (first trimester)
First, you should ask why you are getting so many dental X-rays and are they needed. IF they are really needed, then you should ask that a lead apron be placed over your chest and abdomen. READ MORE
Does CT definitley confirm parotid mass?
It is sometimes difficult to determine if a "mass" in arising from the parotid or next to the parotid and pushing on it. Your biopsy will answer that question. READ MORE
Depuytren's contacture question
Low dose radiation has been shown to be helpful in Depuyten's contractures. It is used routinely in England. It is rarely if ever used in the USA and is not covered by insurance. READ MORE
Airport security and being pregnant
The x-ray scanner is very low dose at the airport. But you can request to be checked without going through the x-ray unit. READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Renal imaging with ultrasound contrast: current status.
- Duplex Doppler sonography of the carotid artery: velocity measurements in an artery with contralateral stenosis.
- Contrast-enhanced ultrasound detection and treatment guidance in a renal transplant patient with renal cell carcinoma.
- Real-time ultrasound elasticity of the breast: initial clinical results.
- Shear wave imaging of the breast: still on the learning curve.
- Sonographic breast elastography: a primer.
- Improved needle visualization with electronic beam steering: proof of concept.
- Effects of precompression on elasticity imaging of the breast: development of a clinically useful semiquantitative method of precompression assessment.
- Speed of sound correction and quality control.
- Contrast-enhanced ultrasound-guided radiofrequency ablation of renal tumors.
- Off-label use of ultrasound contrast agents for abdominal imaging in the United States.
- Lung cancer metastatic to breast: case report and review of the literature.
- Strain elastography for prediction of breast cancer tumor grades.
- Evaluation of indeterminate renal masses with contrast-enhanced US: a diagnostic performance study.
- Shear-wave elastography of the breast: value of a quality measure and comparison with strain elastography.
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Has Spoken on Ultrasound Topics, Invited Speaker -
Awards
- 25 Best Radiology Doctors in Body Imaging
Internships
- UH Hospital Case Western Reserve University
Fellowships
- University of California (Radiology, Body Imaging)
Professional Society Memberships
- Society of Radiologists in Ultrasound
Articles and Publications
- Article in Applied Radiology
What do you attribute your success to?
Hard Work, Working Hard to Promote Ultrasound, Working with the Engineers, Good Interface, Science and Clinical Experiences
Hobbies / Sports
- Downhill Skiing
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