John Barbieri, MD, MBA

John Barbieri, MD, MBA

Not currently accepting new patients

4.772549 average rating from 102 patient reviews

Specialties

Affiliation

Mass General Brigham

Provider Locations

  • Chestnut Hill, MA
  • Boston, MA

Dr. Barbieri is a dermatologist specializing in inflammatory skin disease such as acne, rosacea, psoriasis, and atopic dermatitis. He is the Director of the Advanced Acne Therapeutics Clinic at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital and is the co-chair of the American Academy of Dermatology Acne Guidelines Work Group. He is also an associate editor at JAMA Dermatology. His research is focused on conducting innovative clinical trials, health economic, and epidemiology studies to identify the best approaches to care for patients with inflammatory skin disease such as acne. He also focuses on exploring the role of patient-reported outcomes to ensure we are capturing the patient’s voice and perspective on their care.

Education & Training

  • Residency: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Dermatology, 2018
  • Internship: Thomas Jefferson Univ. Hosp., Internal Medicine, 2015
  • Medical Education: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, 2014
  • Fellowship: Penn Dermatology University City, Dermatology

Board Certifications

  • Dermatology, American Board of Dermatology

Languages Spoken

  • English

Age Group Treated

  • Adults

Patient Feedback

4.772549 average rating from 102 reviews

  • Very grateful that Dr. Barbieri could work me in on short notice. He was thorough and kind and helped me successfully resolve the issues I was dealing with.

    2026-07-05

  • [redacted] friendly staff, great care, helpful aftercare instructions, [redacted]

    2026-06-17

  • This was one of the nicest doctors I have ever seen. He was so nice and actually listened to me. Said he wasn't there to tell me what to do he was there to give me options. Hands down one of the nicest doctors. Amazing bedside manner. I have never seen this kindness before.

    2026-06-15

  • The doctor frequently asked me about the problem and if I had any questions or concerns about treatments and followup. All around excellent care.

    2026-06-15

  • He really cares about his patients. I have recommended him to many family and friends.

    2026-05-24

  • Dr. Barbieri is the absolute best. He listens, he's very responsive, he cares, he has done everything that he possibly could to help me with the issue that I've been experiencing and I am so happy that he is my dermatologist.

    2026-05-20

  • Okay, my opinion of Dr. Barbieri is entirely positive, spectacular. Since I started seeing this dermatologist, after almost 20 years of going back and forth (I was around 20), no one had ever helped me get rid of all the scars and everything else I had from the surgeries I'd had. He, very self-assured, performed all the surgeries, gave me confidence, he's a top-notch professional, excellent, very empathetic, and it's very difficult to find doctors like that. I would recommend him a thousand times over to my family, my own daughter, siblings, everyone, because he's an excellent professional and an excellent dermatologist.

    2026-05-15

  • Excellent.

    2026-05-13

  • Dr. John was great. He answered my questions. He treated my issue and advised me to contact him at any time if I had any concerns whatsoever and he would see me immediately. So I greatly appreciate Dr. John and everyone else at the dermatology group who have always been outstanding.

    2026-05-13

  • Put me at ease- very present-and pleasant. Felt comfortable with his expertise and clear on next steps.

    2026-05-05

  • The doctor was kind and reassuring and offered good advise to contact him via Gateway if I had questions following my visit. This was much appreciated, as I did need to follow up . His prompt response was very much appreciated.

    2026-05-05

  • I'm so happy I was able to receive help over my concern. They listened & helped me understand the whole thing. I loved it

    2026-04-07

  • This was my first time with Dr. Barbieri and he was very thorough, very patient. He had a good organizational system of starting from the top of the head and working down. He explained that system to me. He addressed any of my concerns without judgment and warmth. He offered a lot of solutions but left it to me to choose. He was very careful anytime we discussed something to always open and close with clarity about the fact that it was not worrisome and it was pretty common. He explained terms I was interested in. He offered solutions I was interested in, but those I didn't want to pursue, he didn't press. I felt like it was very thorough. We accomplished a lot in a pretty quick amount of time. He was also very respectful that if I wanted to continue in the future, having him being the first male dermatologist I'd had and because I had gross and private girly parts.

    2026-04-08

  • Dr. Barbieri was professional and good and I don't hesitate to go to him in the future and to consider him my dermatologist.

    2026-03-11

  • Dr. Barbieri is an exceptional provider. He is by far the most compassionate provider I have ever had the pleasure of working with. He listened actively, validated my feelings regarding my concerns, and was very thorough in not only his examination but also in explaining his findings and the recommended treatments. I have struggled with my skin for over a decade now and been to many dermatologists. None of them could match Dr. Barbieri in bedside manner or in expertise. I'm incredibly grateful to have found him and feel fortunate to have access to his great care.

    2026-03-08

  • They kindly saw me and very fast in dermatology when I actually had an appointment with my PCP and could not do the procedure. They could not, but they could do it in dermatology. So both the doctor and she was actually a nurse physician, practicer, how do you recall it, versus a nurse, but they were both very good, very kind, and they're doing follow-up with me now. So it's good. Thank you.

    2026-02-26

  • This provider made me feel heard, he made me feel seen, he made me feel cared for and understood. The way he explained my medications, my condition, all different aspects, he explained it very thoroughly. He answered my questions very thoroughly. He was quick to answer them. I felt like he genuinely understood my condition and wanted to help. I have seen many doctors for my condition within the past five years. This is genuinely the first doctor that I've ever seen that has made me feel something other than hopeless and defeated and more confused because most doctors, I'm the one who brings the medication and the research and the fact that he had printed out research and had explained my condition and had prior knowledge of it really showed that he is caring and wants to help and is knowledgeable and finally a doctor that has ?

    2026-02-05

  • My doctor had the knowledge and experience to quickly identify any skin conditions he saw or I thought I had as non problematic.

    2026-02-03

  • Excellent medical care

    2026-01-29

  • This provider was thorough, listened very carefully and was respectful. He ensured I understood everything he said and wrote down recommendations. He made sure all my questions and concerns were addressed.

    2026-01-25

  • I always enjoy my interaction with Dr B. He is prompt and efficient but still takes the time to sit down for a moment and ask how things are going beyond just the dermis and epidermis.

    2026-01-25

  • I had a good experience with Dr. Barbieri. He was helpful and knowledgeable. I needed a refill of a prescription, and he sent the refill to my pharmacy.

    2026-01-19

  • Dr Barbieri is a a kind, compassionate and bright doctor.

    2026-01-18

  • Would have liked to have discussed more of my problem regarding the swelling in the area of my left shin.

    2026-01-15

  • I think John did a very professional job and I really appreciated the care that he took in making sure that I did not have any drug interaction.

    2026-01-09

  • I was relieved to get an appointment in a reasonable time frame. I was extremely satisfied with Dr. Barbieri. He was engaged when listening to my concerns, very knowledgeable and thorough. I appreciated his professionalism, teaching, and bedside manner. I am grateful to have been connected with Dr. Barbieri for my dermatology concerns.

    2026-01-09

  • Dr. Barbieri, the nurse and medical assistant are very nice

    2025-12-25

  • Dr Barbieri was very professional, patient, understanding and answered all my questions. I would highly recommend him to family and friends.

    2025-12-17

  • He's super helpful and knowledgeable. I really appreciate his help.

    2025-12-11

  • Exceptional visit, where DR., PA. Nurses and staff that I worked were all very professional

    2025-12-09

  • Dr Barbieri is a very committed , caring and competent physician.

    2025-11-16

  • Incredibly competent, professional and personable.

    2025-11-09

  • Very efficient office and staff. No significant wait time. Doctor was very thorough with exam and explanation. I'm very pleased

    2025-10-26

  • It was a good experience. He seemed to know what he was doing and informed me as he went along about why and what he was doing.

    2025-10-26

  • He's the best!

    2025-10-20

  • I found Dr Barbieri knowledgeable, involved, efficient and effective.

    2025-10-12

  • Dr. Barbieri and his assistant [redacted] were two of the finest physicians I have ever been treated by. [redacted] was extremely thorough with her examination and her explanation of dermatological matters. Dr. Barbieri was thorough, professional, and very personable. He was emphatic that if I ever had any questions, I should contact him and he would immediately respond! Again, I cannot say enough positive things about these two fine physicians.

    2025-10-12

  • He is a wonderful doctor

    2025-09-04

Accepted Insurance

  • Tufts Medicare Preferred
  • Wellpoint
  • MassHealth
  • Humana
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • Aetna
  • United Health Care
  • Coventry
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Multiplan
  • TriCare
  • Medicare
  • Cigna
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  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
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