NEW YORK — The medical community, along with family, friends, and patients, is mourning the loss of Dr. Barbara Barnett, a distinguished physician, professor, and leader in internal medicine, emergency medicine, hospital medicine, and primary care.
Dr. Barnett’s career was marked by extraordinary dedication to patient care, teaching, and advancing healthcare systems. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychobiology from New York University in 1985, followed by studies at Columbia University and a Doctor of Medicine degree from SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn in 1991. In 2013, she completed a Master of Science in Health Care Delivery from Dartmouth, further enhancing her impact on healthcare leadership and quality.
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Throughout her career, Dr. Barnett held prestigious fellowships and leadership certifications, including programs at the Greater New York Hospital Association and the Dartmouth Institute Microsystems Academy. She was widely recognized for her commitment to mentoring the next generation of physicians, receiving awards such as the Leo Davidoff Award for Teaching Excellence, the Ann Gottlieb Excellence in Teaching Award, and the Leadership and Dedicated Service Award from the Queens Sickle Cell Advocacy Network.
Colleagues remember her not only for her clinical expertise but also for her compassion, integrity, and dedication to patient-centered care. She authored numerous publications, contributed to professional societies, and inspired those around her through both her scholarship and personal example.
Dr. Barnett leaves behind a legacy of excellence, innovation, and heartfelt service to patients and the medical community. Her passing is a profound loss to Mount Sinai Health System and the broader healthcare field.
Funeral and memorial arrangements will be announced by her family in the coming days. Those who knew Dr. Barnett are encouraged to honor her memory by continuing her commitment to compassionate care, education, and service.