James R. Barnes, M.D.

Bariatric Surgery, Medical Weight Loss, General Surgery, and Advanced Robotic Surgery

Highland Clinic Main Campus

1455 E. Bert Kouns
First Floor, Suite 105
Shreveport, LA 71105

Office: (318) 798-4433 | Fax: (318) 798-4432

Hours: Monday – Friday | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Closed for Lunch 12:00 – 1:00 pm

Robotic Surgery

Dr. James Barnes has been at the forefront of surgical innovation, notably since 2022, when he became among the first surgeons in the area to utilize robotic-assisted surgery. This advanced technology offers significant advantages over traditional laparoscopic surgery.

Benefits include:

  • Enhanced Dexterity: Robotic instruments provide a greater range of motion, allowing for more precise and complex maneuvers within the body.
  • Superior Visualization: The robotic system offers a magnified, high-definition 3D view of the surgical site, improving the surgeon’s accuracy.
  • Increased Precision: Robotic technology minimizes tremors and allows for finer movements, reducing the risk of complications.
  • Potential for Faster Recovery: Smaller incisions associated with robotic surgery can lead to less pain, reduced blood loss, and shorter hospital stays for patients.

Dr. Barnes’s dedication to utilizing cutting-edge technology like robotic-assisted surgery underscores his commitment to providing patients with the most advanced and effective surgical care.

Medical Missions

Dr. James Barnes and his dedicated surgical team from Christus Hospital have established a powerful annual tradition of medical missions, consistently traveling to underserved communities, including Honduras, to provide life-saving surgical care. Over the years, Dr. Barnes, alongside team members like Pam, Vickie, and Atalyn, has touched the lives of countless individuals, including orphans and children, by performing complex procedures and offering vital medical support. Their commitment extends beyond surgery, encompassing clinic consultations, training local medical personnel, and fostering sustainable healthcare practices. Dr. Barnes’s unwavering dedication to these missions, fueled by a profound sense of compassion,
has made a tangible and lasting impact, demonstrating the transformative power of medical expertise in the face of global need.

Education

Medical School:

  • University of Arkansas College of Medicine, Little Rock, AR
  • Degree: MD
  • Dates: July 1987 – May 1991

Internship/Residency:

  • University of Arkansas College of Medicine, Little Rock, AR
  • Dates: July 1991 – June 1996