James Barrett

Dr. James Barrett is Edith Kinney Gaylord Presidential Professor and Chair of Family Medicine at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center's College of Medicine. As Adult Physician Champion for OU Health, his clinical expertise focuses on sports medicine, ankle sprains, and exercise prescription.

Education:

• MD from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine (1987)
• Residency in Family Medicine, University of Missouri-Columbia (1990)
• Fellowship in Sports Medicine, University of California-Davis (1991)
• Board Certified in Family Medicine with CAQ in Sports Medicine

Honors:

• NBA Physician of the Year (2020)
• Multiple Best Doctors awards (Oklahoma Magazine, 405 Magazine)
• Vitals Top 10 Sports Medicine Physicians (2013)
• America's Top Family Doctors (2003)

Research: His publications address sports medicine practice, injury prevention, nutritional interventions for osteoarthritis, and COVID-19 occupational health, demonstrating commitment to athlete health and clinical innovation.